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Cole Schotz P.C.

Real Estate

USA Guide 2026 : New Jersey

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Cole Schotz P.C.

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Our nationally recognized Real Estate team has earned a reputation for providing unparalleled legal services by advising clients on transactions that have been touted as some of the largest and most complex deals in the United States. The scope of our involvement includes the acquisition, sale, asset management, risk and business opportunity analysis, development, redevelopment, financing, leasing, subleasing, syndication and environmental concerns of commercial, industrial, warehouse and multi-family residential properties. Our clients include property owners, potential property owners, landlords, tenants, sub-landlords, sub-tenants, institutional and private lenders, public and private equity investors, syndicators, joint ventures, developers, construction companies, general contractors, sub-contractors, construction managers, property managers, brokers and appraisers. We also have developed and continue to nurture a network of local attorneys and other professionals to coordinate and assist in the understanding of and adherence to laws, customs, requirements and procedures particular to the many states and communities in which our clients transact business.

Industries (7)

  • Zoning & Land Use
  • Tax Appeals
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Leasing
  • Financing, Debt Acquisitions & Sales
  • Condominiums & Cooperatives
  • Acquisition and Sales

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - New Jersey

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Cole Schotz P.C. has a top quality and much-admired department, with expertise across the spectrum of real estate law. A versatile practice that demonstrates strength in areas such as sales, acquisitions, development and redevelopment as well as financings and restructurings on behalf of a wide range of major clients. It offers notable experience in residential real estate matters as well as commercial projects concerning office, retail and industrial space. It also offers substantial national reach owing to its network of offices in several states across the USA.

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Work Highlights

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  • Cole Schotz P.C. represented Major League Baseball (MLB) in a USD200 million relocation of the MLB Network headquarters and production facility to Elmwood Park, New Jersey.

Strengths

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  • The team collaborates seamlessly and ensures we benefit from both subject-matter depth and cross-disciplinary insight.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

  • The team is creative and understands the importance of making a deal while protecting its client.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

  • When you have a complex matter and feel overwhelmed, Cole Schotz has a way of simplifying the strategy and executing an effective plan.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Richard W Abramson
    Richard W Abramson

    Richard W Abramson

    Richard Abramson is widely respected for his largely transactional practice supporting a range of household businesses and investors on various acquisitions, joint ventures and financing matters.

    • Richard Abramson is knowledgeable and attentive.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
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  • John Stewart
    John Stewart

    John Stewart

    John Stewart represents clients such as developers, owners and investors in a range of real estate transactions, including complex financings.
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  • Jonathan Goodelman
    Jonathan Goodelman

    Jonathan Goodelman

    Jonathan Goodelman advises investors and developers on redevelopment matters. He is especially active in the retail and restaurant spaces.

    • Jonathan's keen market awareness and sharp insight make him an invaluable partner.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
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  • Leo V Leyva
    Leo V Leyva

    Leo V Leyva

    Leo Leyva handles complex commercial real estate matters, regularly representing lenders, property owners and developers.

    • Leo always has our best interests in mind and we're lucky to have him on our side.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
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