LAWYER PROFILE

Jonathan A Schechter

USA 2026

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Real Estate: Corporate

New York

15 years ranked

About

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USA

Practice Areas

Jonathan Schechter advises both U.S. and non-U.S. clients with respect to a wide range of domestic and international real estate-related transactions. Mr. Schechter has extensive experience representing private equity investors in connection with the formation of joint ventures and acquisitions, dispositions, mergers, financings and development of real estate and real estate-related assets.

Personal

The George Washington University Law School, J.D. with High Honors; City University of New York, Brooklyn College, B.A., summa cum laude.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Real Estate: Corporate - New York

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Jonathan Schechter maintains a broad commercial real estate practice and regularly handles joint venture concerns, development projects and acquisitions.

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Strengths

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Jonathan Schechter stands out for his exceptional combination of technical expertise, commercial judgment and remaining calm under pressure.
Real Estate: CorporateChambers Guide to the USA
Jonathan is highly responsive and solution-oriented.
Real Estate: CorporateChambers Guide to the USA
Jonathan is one of our most trusted advisors who understands our business, structure and goals and provides guidance accordingly.
Real Estate: CorporateChambers Guide to the USA
Jonathan has a deep understanding of complex real estate and fund transactions and consistently provides practical, business-minded advice that helps move deals forward.
Real Estate: CorporateChambers Guide to the USA

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