First Republic Named Best Private Bank

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- First Republic Bank FRC, a leading private bank and wealth management company, has been named Best Private Bank – Overall, by Private Asset Management magazine.

"First Republic Bank is pleased to have been recognized again by Private Asset Management," said Jim Herbert, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of First Republic Bank. "This award reflects the success of our entire team in delivering exceptional service to all of our banking and wealth management clients."

The recognition is the fifth consecutive year that First Republic has been honored by Private Asset Management. In previous years, the magazine has named First Republic as Best Private Bank – North America, and Best Private Client Service.

About First Republic Bank
Founded in 1985, First Republic and its subsidiaries offer private banking, private business banking and private wealth management, including investment, trust and brokerage services. First Republic specializes in delivering exceptional, relationship-based service, with a solid commitment to responsiveness and action. Services are offered through preferred banking or wealth management offices primarily in San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Newport Beach, San Diego, Portland, Boston, Palm Beach, Greenwich, and New York City. First Republic offers a complete line of banking products for individuals and businesses, including deposit services, as well as residential, commercial and personal loans. For more information, visit www.firstrepublic.com.

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