Charles (Chananya) Kopciel

Charles (Chananya) Kopciel is a commercial real estate attorney based in New Jersey who focuses on complex transactional matters involving commercial property. His practice includes acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, leasing, development projects, and financing transactions. He represents clients in both single-asset and portfolio deals and works across a wide range of asset classes, including office, multifamily, industrial, retail, hospitality, senior living, and mixed-use properties.

Charles earned his J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. He also completed a Certificate in Management from the Wharton School of Business and earned a B.S., magna cum laude, from Excelsior University. His combined legal and business education supports a practical, detail-oriented approach to real estate transactions, allowing him to evaluate legal risk alongside financial and operational considerations.

Before joining his current firm, Charles practiced as a real estate associate at an international law firm in New York. In that role, he represented developers, investors, operators, and lenders in sophisticated real estate transactions. His experience includes negotiating and structuring deals involving financing arrangements, development agreements, and complex ownership structures, providing him with a strong foundation in high-value commercial real estate work.

Charles (Chananya) Kopciel is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and New York. He is known for careful drafting, responsive communication, and a solutions-focused approach to transactions. Clients rely on his ability to manage complex documentation, coordinate deal timelines, and navigate legal issues efficiently. His practice is centered on delivering reliable legal support that helps clients complete transactions smoothly while protecting long-term commercial interests.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate, Shapiro Law Group LLC
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York
• New Jersey

Education

• University of Pennsylvania Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Excelsior University
  Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude
• Wharton School of Business
  Certificate in Management

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