Latham’s Data Center Push Reflects Broader Big Law Momentum Around AI Infrastructure

As demand for AI-driven computing power accelerates, so too does the legal work underpinning the data center boom. A new Bloomberg Law article by Roy Strom highlights how firms like Latham & Watkins are capitalizing on this momentum by strategically building interdisciplinary teams focused on data center development, financing, and transactions.

Latham’s recent hire of real estate partner Michael Rechtin - whose practice has long centered on data center deals - underscores the shift. With energy lawyers now playing a critical role due to the massive power requirements of these facilities, Rechtin cited the need for integrated expertise as a driving factor in his move.

Macrae New York Partner, Jon Truster commented on the competitive advantage that comes with scale: “A firm with the size and success of Latham has an advantage in building these specialty practices with all the resources across groups that they need. More lawyers are now realizing that is something their clients want.”

Read the full article from Roy Strom for Bloomberg Law here.

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