Ari Z. Aranda

Ari Z. Aranda is a partner in New York who focuses on commercial real estate matters. He advises lenders and borrowers on mortgage and mezzanine financings, property acquisitions and dispositions, and joint venture agreements. He also guides clients through workouts and restructurings when projects face financial stress. Ari works closely with clients to structure practical solutions that protect investments and support long-term business goals in complex transactions.

Ari earned his J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, magna cum laude, where he served as Notes & Comments Editor of the Brooklyn Law Review. He received his B.A., cum laude, from Binghamton University. His academic training strengthened his research, writing, and analytical skills. The discipline he developed in law school supports his careful drafting and thoughtful advice on significant real estate transactions.

Ari is admitted to practice in New York. Before joining his current firm, he worked at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher from 2014 to 2016 and at Shearman & Sterling from 2012 to 2014. He also practiced at Rosenberg & Estis from 2008 to 2012. Across these roles, he handled complex real estate deals and gained broad experience in financing and property transactions.

Ari Z. Aranda represents lenders and borrowers in commercial mortgage and mezzanine financings. He assists clients with acquisitions and dispositions of commercial properties and negotiates joint venture agreements that define rights and responsibilities. When challenges arise, he advises on workouts and restructurings designed to preserve value and reduce risk. Clients rely on his clear communication and practical guidance to move transactions forward efficiently in changing market conditions. He focuses on achieving results that align with each client’s business objectives and growth plans.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, McDermott Will & Schulte
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• Brooklyn Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Binghamton University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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