Experienced Commercial Real Estate and Leasing Attorney Hillary Bean Joins Quarles St. Louis Office as Partner

June 2, 2026 (St. Louis) -- The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP announced today that Hillary Bean, a highly respected commercial real estate and leasing attorney who handles transactions of all sizes, has joined the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group as a partner, based in the St. Louis office.

Bean advises real estate owners, developers, investors, landlords and tenants in sophisticated acquisitions, dispositions, development projects and leasing matters. Her experience includes negotiating and drafting commercial leases, purchase and sale agreements, development agreements and related transaction documents for office, retail, industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, mixed-use and flex properties.

“Hillary’s impressive skill handling the full spectrum of commercial real estate matters makes her an ideal addition to our team,” said Diane Haller, national chair of the Real Estate Practice Group. “Whether it’s a local business looking to start growing or a Fortune 100 company implementing a complex long-term strategy, Hillary brings a practical approach that’s always centered on helping the client achieve their business objectives.”

Previously a partner at another Am Law 200 firm, Bean also counsels on build-to-suit and design-build development projects; land use, development, financing and construction matters; acquisition and disposition transactions; and environmental risk allocation and mitigation strategies.

Recognized by Chambers USA in the Business and Real Estate categories each year since 2020 and Best Lawyers in America (Real Estate) each year since 2018, Bean earned a B.A. from Vanderbilt University and J.D. from Washington University School of Law.

“I am thrilled to join Quarles and become part of such a respected and dynamic real estate practice,” Bean said. “The firm's depth of experience, resources and strong reputation in the market make it an exciting place to continue growing my practice. There is a genuine sense of teamwork and shared commitment to client service that is evident throughout the group and I look forward to collaborating with my new colleagues.”