David Cooper led a course for Lorman on navigating the land use entitlement process. It covers key strategies for identifying local land use, political, and demographic trends early in the process, understanding their impact on project feasibility, and securing funding to mitigate risks. Find out more here.

Zarin & Steinmetz LLP is pleased to announce the elevation of Kate Roberts Feinman to the position of Counsel. Since joining the firm in 2016, Kate has consistently demonstrated dedication and expertise in the areas of real estate transactions, IDA incentives and various other forms of project financing. She has successfully managed some of the...

Zarin & Steinmetz is thrilled to announce that Managing Partner, David Steinmetz, has once again been recognized among the “Top 25 Lawyers in Westchester County,” marking his fourth consecutive year receiving this honor. Additionally, Partners David Cooper, Jody Cross, Daniel Richmond, Brad Schwartz, David Steinmetz, and Michael Zarin have been named to the 2024 New...

Zarin & Steinmetz LLP is pleased to announce that Vincent Pedone has joined the firm as an associate. Vincent focuses on real estate development and zoning matters, guiding clients through complex compliance issues and dispute resolution. He brings a strong academic and practical background in real estate law, having earned his Juris Doctor from the...

Zarin & Steinmetz associate Brian Sinsabaugh has been honored in the fifth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for his outstanding work in Land Use and Zoning Law. This recognition comes from a thorough peer-review survey that identified top professionals early in their careers, based on evaluations from other legal practitioners. This...

Zarin & Steinmetz LLP is happy to announce that Matt Behrens and Aaron Warner have joined the firm as associates. Matt comes to the firm after serving as Chief of Staff and Project Manager for a NYC-based real estate development firm. During his time there, he managed legal and operational matters for the company, including...

White Plains, NY, February 22, 2024 — Zarin & Steinmetz LLP, a boutique law firm concentrating in real estate and land development, has named Lee J. Lefkowitz a partner of the firm. Lefkowitz will be a key part of the firm’s growing litigation practice, helping to expand its breadth with a focus on commercial and...

Zarin & Steinmetz is extremely proud that our Managing Partner, David S. Steinmetz, has been selected as one of the “Top 25 Lawyers in Westchester County” for the third time. Z&S is also pleased to announce that Partners David Cooper, Jody Cross, Daniel Richmond, Brad Schwartz, David Steinmetz, and Michael Zarin and have been selected...

In the March 9, 2023 edition of the New York Law Journal’s Expert Analysis Section, David reviews various approaches municipalities can use to combat the housing crisis in New York. As many demographic studies and public policy groups have documented, New York is losing a large portion of its workforce as young professionals and others...

Jody Cross, together with JMC Site Development Consultants, received favorable feedback from the Peekskill Common Council for a new multifamily project proposed by Peekskill Views LLC in the City of Peekskill. The Peekskill Views Project would include 33, 3-bedroom townhomes on a 13-acre site on Frost Lane. The Project also proposes recreation amenities such as...