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Chris Smith

Partner; Head, New York Real Estate Practice · DLA Piper LLP (US)

United StatesReal Estate, Finance

About

Chris Smith is an internationally recognized real estate attorney experienced in every major type of real estate product and transaction. He has handled developments, financings, investment funds, acquisitions, dispositions, and corporate-style mergers and spin-offs involving residential developments, office buildings, shopping centers, hotels, and distribution centers, both nationally and internationally. A significant portion of his practice also includes representing clients in leasing, renovation, and condominium development of commercial office space and mixed-use products, as well as real estate foreclosures and bankruptcies. Clients range from individuals to international corporate developers, private equity providers, corporate entities, family offices, and financial institutions. He is an adjunct professor at St. John's University School of Law.

Practice areas

Real EstateFinanceMergers and AcquisitionsHospitality and LeisureFinancial Services

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Expertise

DevelopmentsFinancingsInvestment FundsAcquisitionsDispositionsCorporate Mergers and Spin-offsLeasingRenovationCondominium DevelopmentCommercial Office SpaceMixed-Use ProductsReal Estate ForeclosuresBankruptcies

Education

  • J.D., Columbia University School of Law
  • B.S., Rutgers University