No, not the original Roman Republic, but rather a modern-day haven for the elite. Founded in 1985, First Republic Bank offers private banking, wealth management, trust, and brokerage services for businesses and high-net-worth clients though about 70 branches. Its main geographic focus is on urban markets including San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Boston, Portland, and San Diego. The bank's lending focuses on commercial and residential real estate and personal loans, including vacation home mortgages and aircraft and yacht financing. Trust services are offered through the bank's First Republic Trust Company division. First Republic Bank has some $41.6 billion of assets under management.