New York, NY According to CRE services firm JAACRES, Michael Schwartz, Esq. has joined its team as an associate broker. 

Schwartz, a real estate attorney specializing in commercial and residential transactions and development, additionally has a pre-law background in the fashion industry.

Prior to his law career and, eventually, launching his own practice in 2012, Schwartz was a merchandising associate at Dior. It was at the preeminent fashion label where he honed his skills in marketing and presentation. He attributes much of his expansive knowledge of the luxury retail sector to that experience.

“Michael’s impressive background combines so many key facets of our business,” said Joseph Aquino, president of JAACRES. “Not only is he a luxury brand master, he is a transactional real estate expert. He knows all the brands, knows all the players and will be a great addition to our team.”

Schwartz earned his J.D. at Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University. He received a bachelor’s degree from Brandeis University with dual majors in French and international politics.