Sean A. Altschul

Sean A. Altschul is a Partner who focuses his practice on real estate law, financing, leasing, and commercial transactions. He represents property owners, developers, investment firms, lenders, and private investors in complex acquisitions, sales, and financing matters. His work covers shopping centers, office buildings, multifamily properties, mixed-use developments, and residential units. He also advises clients on commercial lending, mortgage foreclosures, loan restructurings, and distressed debt transactions.

Sean earned his A.B. from Washington University in St. Louis in 1996. He later earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 1999, where he received the Cali Excellence for Future Achievement Honor. His legal education provided a strong foundation in transactional law and contract negotiation. He is admitted to practice in New York and Florida, supporting his multistate real estate practice.

Throughout his career, Sean has developed extensive experience in leasing transactions. He represents landlords, tenants, and subtenants across a wide range of property types, including office, retail, restaurant, warehouse, and regional mall spaces. He has also served as counsel to cooperative and condominium boards and sponsors, handling offering plans, commercial leases, refinancing matters, and corporate governance issues related to housing corporations and apartment buildings.

Sean A. Altschul regularly advises institutional and private lenders on senior and mezzanine loans, construction financing, and asset-based lending. He has managed large-scale transactions involving major retail centers and high-profile office leases. Known for his practical approach and detailed negotiation skills, he guides clients through every stage of real estate deals, from due diligence to closing, helping them manage risk and achieve long-term business objectives.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association, Real Property Law Section

Licensed State

• Florida
• New York

Education

• University of Miami
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Washington University in St. Louis
  Undergraduate

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