Kris Ferranti

Kris Ferranti is a seasoned real estate attorney known for advising investors, developers, and financial entities on high-value commercial property transactions. His practice centers on complex matters involving acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and development projects. He works with both institutional and private clients, navigating sophisticated real estate structures across the United States.

Kris earned his foundational business education at Hofstra University, where he completed a B.B.A. in Business Administration. He later pursued legal studies at New York Law School, earning a J.D., Magna Cum Laude. This academic background supports his ability to approach transactions with both legal precision and practical business insight.

Kris focuses his practice on large-scale commercial real estate matters, including joint ventures, foreign investment, leasing, and fund-related transactions. He regularly assists clients with structuring and executing deals that involve multiple stakeholders, complex financing arrangements, and long-term development strategies across varied asset classes.

Kris has advised on landmark transactions involving retail, office, multifamily, logistics, and mixed-use properties. His experience includes acquisitions valued in the billions, construction financings for major entertainment and commercial projects, and leasing matters covering millions of square feet for prominent corporate users.

Kris also represents global investors and state-owned or controlled companies pursuing real estate investments throughout the United States. His work often involves cross-border considerations, portfolio acquisitions, and strategic co-investment structures designed to align long-term investment goals with operational efficiency and risk management.

Kris has been recognized within the legal and real estate communities for his professional contributions. His honors include Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL) and Bloomberg Law, They’ve Got Next “The 40 Under 40” honouree 2022. He has also been recognized by LawDragon 500 Leading Global Real Estate Lawyers (2024-2025) and GlobeSt. Real Estate Forum, “Influencer in Commercial Real Estate Technology” honouree (2022).

Kris Ferranti continues to guide clients through complex real estate transactions with a focus on clarity, structure, and execution. His approach emphasizes practical solutions, careful risk assessment, and long-term value creation for investors and developers operating in competitive real estate markets.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Clifford Chance
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Fellow, American College of Real Estate Lawyers

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• New York Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Hofstra University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Awards & Badges