Younkins & Schecter promotes Russell to partner

Manhattan, NY Younkins & Schecter LLP, a women-owned law firm with a dedicated commercial real estate practice, has promoted Robert Russell to partner. Russell joined the WBENC-New York State and New York City (WBE)-certified firm in 2011 and serves as a senior associate.

“Bob brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our firm, and we welcome him as our new partner,” said Kathy Younkins, managing partner. “He has a proven track record of successfully negotiating complex lease agreements and providing strategic counsel to clients on all aspects of commercial leasing transactions.”

Russell represents landlords and tenants in such asset sectors as office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use. In addition to leasing transactions, he advises clients on construction agreements, service agreements and other ancillary agreements related to the ownership and operation of commercial real estate.

Adds co-founding partner Mardi Schecter, “Bob continues to deliver on behalf of our clients with a winning combination of skill, intellect, and common sense. He has been a great member of our firm for a long time, and we are delighted to call him ‘partner!’”

Russell graduated magna cum laude from the University of San Francisco School of Law, where he was a member of the Law Review. He received his B.A. from Boston College. Prior to attending law school, Russell worked in the leasing department at Urban Retail Properties, LLC. The experience exposed him to the business side of the real estate industry, which he continues to draw upon when developing practical, effective solutions that enable clients to achieve their immediate goals while safeguarding their long-term interests. Russell is licensed to practice in New York and California.