“David’s appointment as co-chair reflects our commitment to developing exceptional leaders and strengthening our real estate platform,” said Rich Benenson, Brownstein’s managing partner. Curfman, a Chambers-ranked attorney, counsels lenders, investors and owners on complex and high-value commercial real estate transactions, from acquisitions and dispositions to financing and joint ventures. Manley brings more than 35 years of real estate investment and operational leadership experience to the firm. Founded in 2003 by brothers Luke and Nick Simpson, Grand Peaks is a third-generation real estate firm with a 75-year family legacy in multifamily housing. In her new role, Somers will lead marketing strategy across the firm’s seven studios, overseeing business development marketing, brand positioning, communications and pursuit strategy.