Latham Further Expands Global Real Estate Practice and Interdisciplinary Data Center Team

April 7, 2026 - 02:49

Global law firm Latham & Watkins has expanded its real estate practice and interdisciplinary data center team with the addition of Kaila Sergent as a partner in its Los Angeles office. Sergent brings significant experience in complex real estate transactions, with a particular focus on the rapidly growing data center sector.

Her practice encompasses the full spectrum of data center project development, including site acquisition, financing, construction, and leasing. This expertise is increasingly critical as demand for digital infrastructure and cloud services continues to surge worldwide. Sergent's skills in handling large-scale, multi-faceted real estate deals will bolster the firm's ability to serve clients in technology, digital infrastructure, and private equity.

The move underscores the firm's strategic commitment to building a leading practice in the real estate sector, especially in areas driven by technological advancement. Sergent's arrival enhances the team's capacity to guide clients through the intricate legal and regulatory landscapes associated with developing and operating mission-critical facilities. This hiring is seen as a direct response to the escalating need for sophisticated legal counsel in the digital infrastructure market.