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Real Estate: Mainly Dirt

New York

7 Years Ranked

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Provided by Chris M Smith

USA

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Chris Smith is an internationally recognized real estate attorney experienced in every major type of real estate product and transaction. Mr. Smith has handled developments, financings, investment funds, acquisitions, dispositions and corporate style mergers and spin offs involving residential developments, office buildings, shopping centers, hotels and distribution centers, both nationally and internationally. A significant portion of his practice also includes the representation of clients in leasing, renovation and condominium development of commercial office space and mixed-use products, as well as real estate foreclosures and bankruptcies.

Clients consistently affirm that he is the best of the best. These clients range from individuals to international corporate developers, private equity providers, corporate entities, family offices and financial institutions. Illustrative of his clients are AIG, Shorenstein Properties, SL Green, Fosterlane Realty and The Soloviev Group.

Chris has served as an adjunct professor at St. John's University School of Law and presented as an industry expert at seminars and conferences on various real estate topics, including joint ventures, ground leasing, public/private partnerships, acquisitions and direct investment in real estate.

Practice Areas

Finance; Financial Services; Mergers and Acquisitions; Real Estate

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Chris Smith acts for major real estate firms on a diverse range of sophisticated matters, including acquisitions, development and leasings across a range of asset classes.

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