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2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Warren Dubitsky, Herman Katz LLP

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Warren Dubitsky, Herman Katz LLP

April 22, 2025

Sharing knowledge and expertise:  Client education is one of the most important parts of my practice. The entire field of property tax and assessment administration is notoriously byzantine and opaque. Frequent client communication done in a straightforward manner is key in order to foster attorney-client trust.

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Greg Corbin, Northgate Real Estate Group

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Greg Corbin, Northgate Real Estate Group

April 22, 2025

Recent goal and impact: We set out to become the top firm in New York for distressed commercial real estate, with a focus on bankruptcies, foreclosures, loan sales, and restructurings. With a strategic approach and consistent execution, we reached it

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Peter Zinkovetsky, Esq., Avenue Law Firm

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Peter Zinkovetsky, Esq., Avenue Law Firm

April 22, 2025

Recent goal and impact:  Our law firm recently achieved the strategic goal of expanding our real estate law services into New Jersey, while also increasing our transaction volume

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Donald Gelestino, Champion Elevator Corp.

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Donald Gelestino, Champion Elevator Corp.

April 22, 2025

Recent goal and impact: Champion Elevator recently surpassed 6,000 elevators under service, a major milestone reflecting our team’s dedication to safety, service, and strategic growth. This achievement not only expanded our market presence but also deepened trust with clients who value quality and responsiveness.

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Jennifer Appel, Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman LLP

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Jennifer Appel, Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman LLP

April 22, 2025

Recent goal and impact:  Over the past decade, several departments in our firm were intricately involved in securing a myriad of approvals for a mixed-use development

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Laura Sugarman, Benesch

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Laura Sugarman, Benesch

April 22, 2025

Recent goal and impact:  I recently structured a series of leasehold condominium deals in New York, helping not-for-profits secure critical tax exemptions. This complex process required a deep understanding of real estate law and tax codes. The project created long-term value for our firm, positioning us as a leader in this niche area.

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Sean Teeling, Holt Construction

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Sean Teeling, Holt Construction

April 22, 2025

Sharing knowledge and expertise:  I share my knowledge and expertise through making frequent job site visits and working with the project teams to educate them on all matters regarding safety.

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Nina Roket, Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Nina Roket, Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP

April 22, 2025

Recent goal and impact:  Expanding my practice has been a key goal, and I’ve intensified this effort despite recent market challenges. I’ve successfully grown my client base across industries, directly benefiting Olshan by expanding our business, reach, and visibility. I’ve helped clients restructure real estate,

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Leah Blackman, CM&B

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Leah Blackman, CM&B

April 22, 2025

Sharing knowledge and expertise: Whether it’s crafting a thoughtful LinkedIn post, hosting an internal training session, sharing articles, or hosting a client lunch & learn, I am always happy to share my expertise with others. It’s easy to forget our own depth of experience.

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Marc Alleyne, Spartan Demolition Company

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Marc Alleyne, Spartan Demolition Company

April 22, 2025

Recent goal and impact:  One of our recent goals was to streamline the permitting and approval process for demolition projects in NYC. Given the complexity of regulations and the multiple agencies involved, delays were common. We invested in a dedicated compliance team and digital tracking system, which cut approval times by 30%.

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Sean Mashihi, Block Real Estate Group

2025 Ones To Watch - Industry Leaders: Sean Mashihi, Block Real Estate Group

April 22, 2025

Turning problems into opportunities:  One real estate challenge that turned into an opportunity involved a commercial property that had been sitting vacant for a long period. The owner was struggling with finding a tenant and the building itself was in need of significant renovations. Instead of seeing the vacant space as a loss, we approached the situation

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