
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt
USA Guide 2026 : New York
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Paul Hastings represented Extell Development Company with a 99-year ground lease to Deer Valley Resort Company for approximately 3,700 acres of skiable terrain in Utah.
Strengths
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Paul Hastings don't just do what we say, they use their vast experience to advise us and sometimes change our original position.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAUnlike many firms that take a one-size-fits-all approach, Paul Hastings combine strong technical knowledge with practical, business-oriented guidance.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAPaul Hastings' lawyers are among the smartest and most creative people in the legal community.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAPaul Hastings provides sophisticated and thoughtful counsel with a keen sense for the business interest.
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Notable Practitioners
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Martin L Edelman
Martin Edelman is a well-regarded figure in the New York real estate market, and brings a wealth of experience in complex transactions undertaken domestically and on an international scale. Band 1 
Band 1 
Eric R Landau
Eric Landau is well-versed in a variety of transactional matters across a range of asset classes, advising on concerns including development projects, financings and acquisitions.
There's no one we trust more on a real estate transaction than Eric.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAEric is a leader in the NYC market. His valuable insights and experience are very useful.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAEric's experience in complex and sophisticated transactions is exceptional, as is his knowledge of commercial and business norms.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Eric Allendorf
Eric Allendorf offers expertise advising major lenders on a wide array of complex financings across a range of asset classes. Eric is very practical and he gets deals done.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAWhen I work with Eric I know he is looking out for my firm's best interest and helping drive our business forward.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAEric Allendorf is the reason I keep using Paul Hastings. He is an expert in his field and a trusted partner.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAEric is a trusted friend and counsel and I go to him with my most difficult issues.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Peter C Olsen
Peter Olsen offers great experience handling complex joint venture transactions for major real estate firms as part of a broader transactional practice. Peter is the guy that really brings the business knowledge and a great sense of judgment to all of his matters.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAPeter is a true adviser and has the ability to navigate tough dynamics.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAPeter is a mentor and industry veteran. We feel we are well taken care of and in safe hands.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Bruce S DePaola
Bruce DePaola maintains a respected practice that regularly sees him advise on a range of transactional mandates, including the leasing, acquisition and sale of property. His clients include major developers and REITs. Bruce is a talented and creative attorney who understands the global picture as well as the end game.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAWhat really distinguishes Bruce from his peers is his calm, confident approach to complex matters and his genuine commitment to client success.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSABruce DePaola stands out for his ability to combine deep legal expertise with a practical, commercial perspective.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSABruce is unflappable in the face of difficult adversaries.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Eric Schwitzer
Eric Schwitzer is noted for his representation of financial institutions, private equity funds and developers in a wide array of financings in the real estate sector. Eric speaks very rationally and gives comments that only make sense.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAEric is very quick on his feet and very eloquent with his words. He has gained our trust for these types of transactions.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAEric has tremendous customer service. He knows when to push and when to hold back.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Gerd Alexander
Gerd Alexander is recognized for his sophisticated representation of a broad range of clients in complex commercial real estate transactions. He frequently advises on acquisitions and dispositions, joint venture formation and developments. Gerd is an incredible resource to our company, a valuable adviser and able to navigate complex nuanced situations well.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAGerd’s responsiveness, judgment and practical approach distinguish him as a trusted partner who consistently adds value.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAGerd is someone that stands out to me favourably, know his abilities well and is a great resource.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSAGerd combines technical precision with commercial awareness, giving advice that is not only legally sound but also strategically valuable.
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Band 3 
Band 3 
Lisa Chaney
Lisa Chaney draws praise for her representation of clients in sizable transactional real estate matters. She frequently advises on loan originations, restructurings and credit facilities. Lisa is the one we go to for market awareness and advice. She is the one we look to for business judgment and creative solutions for complicated problems.
Real Estate: Mainly Dirt respondentUSALisa is incredibly knowledgeable and someone I look to as a resource, because she has always been there when needed.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming 
Jason Stratmoen
Jason Stratmoen is a strong choice for commercial real estate lender clients. He is noted for his experience handling various loan structures and negotiations, as well as joint venture investments.
Jason is very responsive and has good awareness on what is most important to his clients.
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Ranked Individuals at Paul Hastings LLP (9)
Paul Hastings LLP has rankings in the following guides
Band 4 Global 2026
Practice area: Real Estate
Location: Global: Multi-Jurisdictional
View department profile for Global 2026Band 1 Band 2 USA 2026
Practice area: Real Estate
Location: California: Southern
View department profile for USA 2026Band 2 USA 2026
Practice area: Real Estate
Location: California: Northern
View department profile for USA 2026Band 3 USA 2026
Practice area: Real Estate
Location: District of Columbia
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