Eliana J. Cruz concentrates her practice in land use, zoning, real estate development, environmental law, and commercial litigation. She advises property owners, developers, and businesses on matters involving municipal approvals, regulatory compliance, real estate transactions, and development projects.

Prior to entering private practice, Ms. Cruz developed a broad background in housing, real estate, construction, legal operations and nonprofit governance. She has worked with developers, property owners, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and legal service providers on matters involving affordable housing, real estate development, foreclosure litigation, regulatory compliance, and commercial transactions.

Ms. Cruz graduated from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, where she has been recognized with the Opportunitas Award, the Law Trustee Scholarship, and Dean’s List honors. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from Fordham University.

Ms. Cruz serves as Co-Founder and Board Member of NYC Celebrates Women serving women entrepreneurs in the greater NYC area. She is also an active member of the Dominican Bar Association, Westchester Women’s Bar Association, and the Hudson Valley Hispanic Bar Association.