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Shartsis Friese Welcomes Dan Dersham to Real Estate Practice

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 9, 2026: Shartsis Friese LLP is pleased to announce Daniel E. Dersham has joined the firm as Of Counsel in its Real Estate practice, where he will focus on high-value, commercial real estate transactions.

“Daniel has tremendous experience in real estate law in the San Francisco Bay Area, and he has a proven track record of delivering top-notch results for clients in a variety of matters, something we strive to achieve here at Shartsis Friese,” said managing partner Neil Koren. “We are excited to welcome him to our team of exceptionally talented lawyers.” 

Dersham has more than 13 years of experience advising institutional owners, investor groups, and high-net-worth families and individuals on commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, joint ventures, secured financing, complex title issues, and development projects. He has also represented Fortune 50 companies, national and international banks, investment trusts, family offices, and top-tier landlords on deals exceeding $500 million aggregate value.

“I am thrilled to be joining Shartsis Friese,” said Dersham. “The firm’s reputation for excellence and its deep bench of talent across practice areas make it an ideal place to continue serving my clients, and I look forward to helping grow the firm’s Real Estate practice.”

Dersham is a member of the San Francisco and Marin County bar associations. He was selected to Northern California Super Lawyer’s “Rising Stars” from 2021-2023. Dersham earned his J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Toledo College of Law in 2012 with a certificate in environmental law. He earned his B.A., cum laude, from Michigan State University in 2006.

About Shartsis Friese LLP

Shartsis Friese provides high-quality legal services to sophisticated businesses, investment advisers and funds, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Many clients rely on the firm for its deep experience in key areas, including high-stakes litigation, securities enforcement defense, corporate and real estate transactions, taxation, and wealth and estate planning.

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