Manatt Helps Ross Stores Advance Landmark Western U.S. Distribution Center Project

A Manatt team led by , with support from , , and partnered with Ross Stores through the acquisition and entitlement process for a large-scale processing and distribution center in Bakersfield, California.

The project has attracted substantial media attention, with regional news outlets highlighting Ross’s plans to invest approximately $500 million in the facility, create over 1,000 jobs and establish a large-scale processing and distribution center in Bakersfield.

Throughout the matter, Manatt worked closely with Ross to advance this important project while mitigating regulatory risk and maintaining project momentum. The transaction positions Ross to begin construction in spring 2027 and establish a new processing and distribution center that will support the company’s continued growth across the country.

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