Benjamin Hittman, General Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on General, Real Estate, and Trusts
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing general in Boston since 2010.
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Benjamin Hittman is a shareholder based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General, Real Estate, and Trusts. Benjamin has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- General · Real Estate · Trusts
- Handles General, Real Estate, and Trusts matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Benjamin Hittman: Benjamin Hittman is a shareholder based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General, Real Estate, and Trusts. Benjamin has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Benjamin's practice areas in Boston
Benjamin concentrates on general, real estate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benjamin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Trusts
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General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Benjamin takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Benjamin takes real estate matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Benjamin takes trusts matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Benjamin Hittman, general attorney serving Boston
Benjamin Hittman is a shareholder based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General, Real Estate, and Trusts. Benjamin has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Benjamin works from Boston, Massachusetts and takes on general matters across the region.
Ben Hittman represents real estate investment funds, public and private REITs, institutional investors, developers, and other investors, owners, sponsors and operators in complex real estate transactions. His work encompasses acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, development agreements, and financings across the capital stack for commercial, industrial, office, gaming, hospitality, and multifamily assets and portfolios. Ben stays current on market trends affecting the intersection of real estate and technology, as well as growing investor interest in data centers.
Ben has structured and negotiated several sophisticated platform joint ventures for hospitality and mixed-use projects, multifamily communities, life science developments, and other asset types. Ben’s practice includes representing gaming industry clients in property acquisitions, sale-leaseback transactions, and development agreements. Ben also assists clients with mixed-use project development and construction financings, REIT-compliant joint venture transactions, and the development and construction financing of unique assets such as cold storage facilities and data centers.
Experience
Representative Matters
• Represented an international real estate investor in the formation of strategic platform joint venture to acquire, recapitalize, and develop up to $2 billion in luxury hospitality and mixed-use projects across North America, as well as its direct investment into its joint venture partner’s real estate management and development business.°
• Represented a private real estate investor in its $580 million acquisition and financing of a long-term ground lease in New York City.°
• Represented a publicly traded international real estate investor in platform joint venture with a global institutional investor to acquire and manage core-plus multifamily communities across the Western United States, seeded with a $800 million portfolio and targeting an additional $700 million in acquisition opportunities.°
• Represented Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. in entry into binding agreement with the Oakland Athletics and Bally’s Corporation for the development of new Major League Baseball stadium and luxury hotel and casino at the site of the Tropicana Las Vegas.°
• Represented Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. in the acquisition of three casinos from The Cordish Companies for aggregate consideration of $1.81 billion, comprised of a mix of qualified debt assumption, cash, and newly issued operating partnership units.°
• Represented Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. in entry into a Master Development Agreement with Penn Entertainment for the funding of $575 million in development costs for relocation and expansions of four casino and hotel resorts.°
• Represented a global real estate private equity firm in joint venture to acquire and develop 69-acre mixed-use project in Cary, North Carolina, together with $200 million construction loan and entry into development agreement with the Town of Cary.°
• Represented a global real estate private equity firmin multiple acquisitions and joint ventures to acquire and develop life science assets in South San Francisco.°
• Represented a global real estate private equity firmin ground lease with a university and joint venture with a national real estate developer to develop mixed-use property near university campus.°
• Represented a real estate developer and its joint venture partner in the $365 million acquisition and financing of an office property located in downtown Boston.°
• Represented a nationally recognized real estate operator in the formation of a platform joint venture with a university endowment for the acquisition and renovation of multifamily properties across the United States.°
• Represented a nationally recognized real estate investment manager in the formation of two REIT-compliant joint ventures for the acquisition and financing of adjacent office and industrial properties in Los Angeles.°
• Represented an international real estate investment fund in its $240 million sale of a portfolio of net leased office properties across the United States.°
• Represented investment arm of international insurance company in sale of interests in a Spanish company as owner of Uruguay forest farmed for timber for over $110 million.°
• Represented developer of industrial cold storage facilities in multiple construction loans totaling over $150 million.°
• Represented private real estate hospitality fund in formation of multiple joint ventures with international investors to acquire and renovate hospitality assets across the United States.°
• Represented global real estate private equity firm in formation of platform joint venture with international life insurance company to acquire and decarbonize multifamily assets across United States.°
°The above representations were handled by Mr. Hittman prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
• Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, "Ones to Watch," Real Estate Law, 2021-2025
Professional & Community Involvement
• Member, Boston Bar Association, 2016-Present
• Pro Bono Counsel, Greater Boston Legal Services, 2016-Present
Benjamin's approach to general cases
Ben Hittman represents real estate investment funds, public and private REITs, institutional investors, developers, and other investors, owners, sponsors and operators in complex real estate transactions. His work encompasses acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, development agreements, and financings across the capital stack for commercial, industrial, office, gaming, hospitality, and…
Clients Benjamin works with
Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, real estate, and trusts matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Benjamin studied and practices
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 2010
University of Pennsylvania
B.A. · 2007
Jurisdictions
Benjamin's state bar admissions
New York
2011 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2010 · ACTIVE
Benjamin studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in University of Pennsylvania.
Law school and academic background
Benjamin completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in University of Pennsylvania. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Benjamin's professional memberships and bar associations
Boston Bar Association
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Locations
Benjamin Hittman's office in Boston
Benjamin's primary office is at One International Place, Suite 2000, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
One International Place, Suite 2000
Boston, MA 02110
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How to hire Benjamin Hittman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Benjamin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Benjamin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Benjamin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Benjamin
Benjamin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Benjamin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Benjamin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Benjamin Hittman
How much does it cost to hire Benjamin for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Benjamin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Benjamin offer a free consultation?
Benjamin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Benjamin's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Benjamin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Benjamin take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Benjamin is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Benjamin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Benjamin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Benjamin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Benjamin accepting new general clients right now?
Benjamin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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