3.26.2026

Gallagher is serving as the legal advisor to Brightview Senior Living, a leading developer and operator of senior living communities, on its forthcoming project Brightview East Brunswick in East Brunswick, New Jersey.

Once completed, this community will span more 207,000 square feet across 6.5 acres and include 175 independent living, assisted living, and memory care units, three resident courtyards, and amenities such as a theatre, art studio, and cafe. The East Brunswick community, which broke ground earlier this year, will be Brightview’s 12th location in New Jersey upon its expected opening in mid-2028.

The Gallagher team advising Brightview Senior Living on the development, construction, financing, leasing, and management of the project was led by Adam Block and Emily Johnson with support from Matt Oakey and Diane McCarthy.

About Brightview Senior Living

Based in Baltimore, MD, Brightview Senior Living operates 49 vibrant and award-winning senior living communities across Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Virginia offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For more information, visit www.BrightviewSeniorLiving.com

About Gallagher

For 65 years, Gallagher has been a trusted advisor for businesses and non-profits across the mid-Atlantic region. Representing top universities, hospitals, financial institutions, real estate developers, and more, our firm is experienced in a wide range of practice areas, including real estate development, affordable housing development and financing, civil litigation, health care, employment law, corporate transactions, renewable energy, and confidential investigations. We pride ourselves on offering innovative, practical solutions with a personal touch, acting as your partner and trusted advisor. With a deep commitment to seeing challenges from every angle, Gallagher is here to help you navigate the complex legal landscape with confidence.

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Emily J. Johnson

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Emily is an associate in Gallagher’s Real Estate and Business Transactions Group with a focus in commercial real estate development, affordable housing and commercial lending.

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