Los Angeles, CA, May 5, 2025 – Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP (JMBM) proudly announces that David Sudeck has been named as Co-Chair of the Firm’s Global Hospitality Group®, effective immediately. Jim Butler, the group’s Chair, and Guy Maisnik, its Vice Chair, will celebrate the promotion and congratulate David on the formal acknowledgement at Meet the Money® on May 5, 2025.
David brings two decades of experience in hospitality law, real estate, and business transactions to this leadership role. He has been with JMBM for 17 years and has played an integral part in the success and growth of the Global Hospitality Group®. His extensive experience includes hotel, resort, golf and spa management agreements, franchise agreements, and finance agreements (with a special focus on construction financing, C-PACE financing, and EB-5 financing). His background as a broker and developer has provided him with a unique perspective that blends technical legal excellence with practical, real-world business acumen.
“I have spent years working alongside the senior leadership team, and I deeply appreciate the opportunity to continue building on the strong foundation that Jim Butler and Guy Maisnik have established over the years,” Sudeck said.
“David has tremendous energy and is a great people connector,” Butler said. “His leadership, industry knowledge, and technical skills will ensure that we continue to provide top-tier service to our clients.”
Maisnik added, “This new position for David recognizes the contributions and leadership David has been providing for clients and the industry for many years.”