Peter A. Strauss

Peter A. Strauss is a transactional real estate attorney with decades of experience representing owners, tenants, lenders, and investors in complex commercial real estate matters. His practice focuses heavily on negotiating and structuring large lease transactions in New York City and across the United States. He has represented property owners in some of the largest office lease agreements in New York, involving major commercial properties and high-value rental arrangements. His work requires careful negotiation, strategic planning, and deep knowledge of commercial real estate law.

Strauss earned his J.D. from St. John’s University School of Law and holds a B.A. from Washington University. His legal education prepared him for a career focused on commercial transactions, property law, and development matters. The strong academic training he received helped him develop the legal and analytical skills needed to manage complex agreements, structure real estate transactions, and guide clients through complicated commercial legal issues involving property ownership, leasing, and financing matters.

Throughout his career, Strauss has advised property owners, tenants, buyers, and sellers on a wide range of commercial real estate transactions. His work includes negotiating large office leases, handling ground lease arrangements, and assisting with acquisitions and sales of development sites and stabilized real estate assets. He also represents lenders and borrowers in major financing transactions, including construction loans, mortgage loans, credit facilities, and loan workouts involving large commercial real estate projects.

Peter A. Strauss also assists developers and investors with construction and development matters. He advises clients on development management agreements, construction contracts, and construction administration issues that arise during major projects. In addition to legal practice, he has served as a senior officer handling business and legal affairs for a large entertainment venue company. This experience gives him practical insight into business operations, allowing him to provide strategic guidance on real estate transactions and development matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Loeb & Loeb LLP
• Member, New York City Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trusts Law Section

Licensed State

• New Jersey
• New York

Education

• St. John’s University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Washington University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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