Ones to Watch Fall 2022: Veronica Bochenek, Meister Seelig & Fein LLP

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?

I worked diligently alongside commercial real estate partner, Matthew Kasindorf to close a $50.25 million mortgage loan extension and $9.25 million mezzanine loan payment. Not only did the team manage to close this transaction in a few days, I was able to learn about a new section of commercial real estate law.

Tell us about a mentor or role model that has influenced your career choices?

Working in a mid-size law firm provides young associates the benefit of working alongside senior leadership. I work and learn from the chair of commercial real estate, Matt Kasindorf, also a professor at NYU, a natural mentor, consistently provides me with guidance and know-how to become a successful “dirt attorney.”

What 3 skills do you consider the most important to be successful in your industry?

1. Attention to detail.

2. Understanding your client’s needs, not only from a legal perspective but from a business perspective.

3. Being responsive to client to the best of your ability.

What is one lesson that you had to learn the hard way?

Always follow up on getting taxes filed, there’s a hard deadline!

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Hiking, especially during the Fall to observe and experience all of the foliage!