NYC Real Estate Attorneys

Trusted Real Estate Legal Advisors Since 1989

Belkin Burden Goldman, LLP is a New York based law firm focused exclusively on real estate. Founded in 1989, BBG advises clients on matters involving the ownership, development, operation, and regulation of real property.

BBG is known for representing clients in high stakes real estate disputes, navigating complex regulatory environments, and advising on sophisticated purchases, sales, and leasing transactions. Beneath those core areas, the firm maintains deep, integrated capabilities in zoning and land use, tax exemptions and zoning incentives, Loft Law matters, cooperative and condominium representation, construction issues, and real estate due diligence.

Real Estate Law Practice Areas

Administrative Proceedings

BBG is your trusted partner for New York City administrative proceedings. Our team's expertise spans transactional, regulatory, administrative, and litigation matters, providing effective advocacy tailored to your unique needs.

Anti-Harassment and Certificates of No Harassment

Choose BBG for expert assistance in obtaining NYC Certification of No Harassment (CONH) in anti-harassment zoning districts. Our attorneys excel in navigating CONH proceedings, negotiating settlements, and ensuring compliance with anti-harassment laws.

Appellate Litigation

For strategic guidance in NYC's appellate litigation, rely on BBG's attorneys. We assess appeal viability, advising on success likelihood and cost-effectiveness, within the context of real estate law.

Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights

Trust BBG to develop strategic plans for maximum debt recovery in bankruptcy cases. Our attorneys specialize in negotiations, alternative dispute resolution, and litigation when necessary to protect creditor interests.

Commercial Lease Attorneys

Rely on BBG for comprehensive, accurate lease agreements that protect your interests in commercial property deals. Our experience spans various lease types, ensuring your needs are met.

Commercial Real Estate Litigation

BBG's attorneys are skilled advocates in all phases of litigation, from case intake to trial. We handle real estate, contract, commercial disputes, and more, ensuring your interests are protected.

Construction Law

BBG's construction law attorneys offer comprehensive support throughout your project. With industry-specific contract expertise, we guide you from conception to successful project completion.

Co-op and Condo Practice

BBG’s housing attorneys in NYC represent over 300 boards of directors and managers in NYC's cooperative and condominium law practice. We provide efficient, innovative solutions for governance, leases, construction contracts, and more.

Due Diligence

Discover BBG’s comprehensive legal due diligence services that provide thorough assessments and critical insights for your real estate transactions.

Human Rights

BBG's Administrative Department defends clients in human rights matters, representing them against discrimination and harassment complaints before relevant agencies.

Landlord & Tenant Disputes

We offer exceptional landlord tenant attorneys in NYC, with three decades of experience and a commitment to personalized guidance for property owners facing unique challenges.

Land Use and Zoning

BBG advises on NYC land use and zoning laws, helping clients realize their development goals and obtain necessary approvals from regulatory agencies.

Local Law 97

Discover everything you need to know about Local Law 97 in this informative guide.

Loft Law

Navigate the NYC Loft Law with BBG's experienced real estate lawyers in New York. We provide legal counsel for converting commercial buildings to residential use, leveraging our extensive knowledge in this area.

Mortgage Foreclosures

BBG handles all aspects of mortgage foreclosures, aggressively pursuing legal remedies to secure property for our clients and navigate the complexities of the foreclosure process.

Real Estate Transactions and Financing

BBG excels in real estate transactions and financing, offering expertise in transactional, regulatory, administrative, and litigation matters. Trust our team to navigate the intricacies of the real estate landscape.

Tax Exemptions and Zoning Incentives

Our team has deep experience in strategic planning, eligibility assessment, and approval management across key programs like 485-x, 467-m, ICAP, and zoning incentives such as Universal Affordability Preference (UAP) and Mandatory Inclusionary Housing (MIH).

Why BBG?

When it comes to choosing legal representation for your real estate needs, BBG stands out as the premier law firm with a solid reputation and a wealth of experience. With over 60 expert attorneys specializing in real estate law, we offer unparalleled expertise and technical know-how to navigate even the most complex legal challenges.

What sets BBG apart is our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional advocacy and counseling to our clients. With a proven track record of success in handling a wide range of real estate matters, including development projects, landlord-tenant disputes, administrative proceedings, and more, we have honed our skills to address the unique needs of each client.

Our team of transactional, regulatory, administrative, and litigation real estate lawyers in NYC bring a comprehensive approach to every case. We understand the intricacies of the real estate landscape and have built strong relationships with key regulatory agencies, ensuring that we can effectively navigate the government review and approval process on behalf of our clients.

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Belkin · Burden · Goldman, LLP is a one of a kind law firm. They truly have extremely diligent attorneys in every realm of the real estate sector. Whenever I have a question in their world, they are the first that I reach out to, and, lucky for me, they are always able to provide a detailed and supported answer. Their responsiveness, intellectual thinking, and strategic analysis is unparalleled.

ILYSE ROHLMAN | PINE MANAGEMENT, INC

Fetner Properties has worked with BBG for many years, and have always found the firm highly responsive and knowledgeable. BBG has always been my go to for particularly difficult cases.

HAL FETNER | FETNER RESIDENTIAL

I have worked with Belkin · Burden · Goldman, LLP’s transactional, administrative and litigation groups for over ten years. I find them to be creative, responsive and problem solvers. I always appreciate their guidance and enjoy working with them. We regularly buy, sell and finance properties and I always look to BBG to represent us since they pick up the phone and get deals done.

ANDY WRUBLIN, CEO | DALAN MANAGEMENT

BBG has proven over and over again to be our go-to real estate attorneys. Our brokerage clients (and we personally) have hired several of your attorneys and have been uniformly impressed with your high quality standards and responsiveness. We recommend you without qualification. Thank you.

DEXTER GUERRIERI, PRESIDENT | VANDENBERG THE TOWNHOUSE EXPERTS®

Since 1989, Belkin · Burden · Goldman, LLP, has developed a reputation for finding effective solutions to complex real estate problems.

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