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Michael K. Federman, managing partner of Federman Steifman LLP, has been appointed to the Leadership Advisory Board of Surmount, a vertically integrated, full-service global commercial real estate platform. 

According to Surmount, Mr. Federman will contribute his extensive experience in complex real estate transactions, financings, and joint ventures, providing strategic guidance on market trends, structuring, and best practices. Federman’s appointment reflects both his vast industry expertise and longstanding commitment to advancing thought leadership in real estate law, real estate finance and real estate investment.

Click here to read Surmount’s public announcement.

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