Patrick Church

Patrick Church

Managing Director

Patrick Church is a Managing Director at JLL (Fortune #187) and is the Lead of their Los Angeles Life Science Practice Group. With 30 years’ experience and a deep-rooted passion for providing innovative real estate solutions to the thriving life sciences community in Los Angeles, Patrick is a recognized expert in the field.

As part of the larger West Coast Life Sciences team, which encompasses San Diego, San Francisco, and Seattle, Patrick takes a collaborative approach to drive growth and expansion of the overall ecosystem in Los Angeles. His diverse client base ranges from multi-national corporations to large public REITs, and he offers a wide range of services including Landlord Representation, Corporate Tenant Representation, Investment Services, Portfolio Review, and in-depth Market Analysis. Leveraging cutting-edge data analytics and tax strategies, Patrick provides expert counsel to effectively manage real estate portfolios for his clients.

One of Patrick's primary goals is to support the growth of the life science ecosystem in Los Angeles. He actively collaborates with universities and research institutions to provide education and guidance to startups that emerge from these institutions. By working closely with early-stage and mature life science corporations, Patrick acts as a conduit for information and connections across various groups, including universities, organizations, and tenants, to foster a collaborative environment that promotes growth.

In line with his commitment to the industry's growth, Patrick supports various organizations and initiatives such as Grow LA Bio, Light the Night Foundation, SD2, Cal State LA Biostart, Bicom, and others. He is passionate about representing clients in Los Angeles, which is recognized as one of the fastest-growing discovery centers in the country. Patrick's dedication to driving growth and innovation in the life sciences ecosystem in Los Angeles has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor.