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Posted: November 14, 2023
2023 Commercial Real Estate Visionaries: Anthony Guardino of Farrell Fritz
Partner, Land Use & Municipal Group
Farrell Fritz
Anthony is a leader in the land use and municipal law space. His ability to bring clients and localities together, bridging gaps between planning, needs, and progress leads the way in the region. Working with developers across the region, his work on projects has helped to change the real estate landscape in New York.
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?
UBS Arena at Belmont Park. This matter presented a variety of complicated land use issues beyond those normally encountered in my practice. It provided me the opportunity to work alongside the best law firms in New York City and to play a small part in bringing the Islanders back home to Long Island.
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