Buchanan Real Estate Lawyers

Theonie Makidis spent 15 years teaching forensic science at the college level after receiving an M.S. in forensic science from the University of New Haven. Then, graduated with a Juris Doctorate from Touro Law. Upon admission to the New York State Bar, Theonie went to work for the Suffolk county legal aid society and then opened her own solo practice located in Bohemia, NY.

Prior to re-opening his office in the town of Coeymans, George served as General Counsel to Carver Companies, a group of closely held corporations and limited liability companies within upstate New York and Charleston, South Carolina.

Immediately before that, he served as a Federal Administrative Law Judge for the Social Security Administration.

He has extensive experience working in policy making positions at every level of government, including the local level, the state level, and the federal level, and served as the liaison between the Department of Defense and the American Bar Association from 2010 through 2011.

Military Experience

As a New York Army...

Engaged in private law practice in New York and Connecticut 1987-1997 and 2019 to date. Served as District Court Judge (1998), County Court Judge (1999-2018), Acting Family Court Judge (1999-2018) and Acting Supreme Court Justice (2006-2018) in Suffolk County, New York. Author of over 250 judicial reported and published decisions, official and unofficial, in multiple areas of the law.

Mr. Palermo has over 35 years of diversified business experience including 25 years in the practice of Law. His professional career began at The Chase Manhattan Bank, N.A., where he was a middle market lending officer for several years. After completing his MBA at Adelphi University, Mr. Palermo left Chase to take the position of Vice President , Finance for The Neil Automotive Group. He then returned to school full time on a full scholarship, earning his JD from Hofstra Law in December, 1993. Combining his business experience with his law degree, Mr. Palermo practiced corporate law at the New...

The Law Office of Kenneth M. Mollins P.C. is a law firm located in Hauppauge, NY. Our highly experienced attorneys primarily practice criminal defense law, personal injury law and real estate law.

Michael J. Garry. Born Albany, New York December 29, 1949, admitted to bar, 1976, New York. Admitted Federal District Court, 1976. Education: Boston College (B.A., 1972); Albany Law School of Union University (J.D. 1975) Assistant Public Defender, Albany County, 1976-1980. Member: Albany County and New York Bar Associations, New York State Bar Association Real Property Section. Authorized to practice in all courts of New York State and United States District Court. Zoning Board Attorney for the Town of Colonie.

General Practice before all State and Federal Courts, Corporate and LLC Formation, Estate Planning, Probate, Residential and Commercial Real Estate,...

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Elad Michael is a trusted NYC Real Estate Attorney with extensive experience in real estate transactions, commercial leasing, and litigation. As a Commercial Real Estate Attorney in NYC at Bronster LLP, Elad provides strategic legal counsel to investors, developers, landlords, and business owners navigating the complexities of the New York real estate market. Elad’s transactional practice covers a broad range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, financing (mortgages, construction loans, hard-money lending), and commercial lease agreements. As an experienced NYC Commercial Lease Lawyer, he advises businesses and property owners on lease negotiations, ensuring contracts align with their long-term goals. With a...

I am an associate at Korngut Paleudis LLC, where my focus lies in alcoholic beverage law, contract matters, and real estate law. My background includes nearly fifteen years in hospitality marketing, operations, and business development, collaborating with some of the most renowned chefs and restaurateurs in the country. Having graduated from culinary school and being a business owner myself, I bring a unique perspective to my practice. Raised in a family that owned a restaurant, I have a deep-rooted understanding of the food and beverage industry. This background equips me to offer practical and effective legal counsel to my clients....

Mingyuan (Sunny) Zhang is an associate attorney specializing in real estate litigation and transactions, commercial litigation, and immigration law. Her diverse legal background and multilingual skills enable her to effectively handle complex legal matters in New York's dynamic business and legal environment. Ms. Zhang's real estate practice encompasses both litigation and transactions. In litigation, she skillfully manages landlord-tenant disputes, co-op and condo disagreements, foreclosure proceedings, short sales, and title disputes. On the transactional side, she assists clients with property purchases and sales, lease negotiations, title searches, and deed transfers, ensuring meticulous attention to detail throughout the process. In the realm of commercial...

I consider myself as a transactional real estate specialist .. meaning .. as a lawyer, I basically only represent BUYERS and SELLERS of NY real estate (residential and commercial). Of course, associated with that transactional real estate representation is extensive experience handling NY residential and commercial real estate closings; business entity formation and business purchase and sale transactions. I bring my experience to every transaction and it's the personal touch and care that makes me stand out among other real estate attorneys. Google my name and see for yourself ... it takes a lot of hard work and "caring"...

Lorenzo is an associate attorney duly licensed to practice law in both Italy and New York. In this capacity, he adeptly handles a diverse array of real estate and commercial disputes within local, state, and federal courts, engaging with matters at both the trial and appellate levels. Lorenzo's expertise extends beyond litigation; he is proficient in drafting and reviewing mergers and acquisitions agreements and provides comprehensive legal counsel on business formation, startups, and the establishment of homeowners' associations (HOAs). Possessing substantial experience in the negotiation, drafting, and review of residential and commercial real estate contracts of sale and associated riders, Lorenzo...

Real estate and commercial disputes are becoming more frequent and complex which creates greater potential costs and liability, requiring that disputes be avoided whenever possible and otherwise resolved efficiently both in and out of the courtroom. We are passionate attorneys who advance our clients’ interests and deliver results through our dedication to quality service and innovative methods in the fields of real estate and commercial litigation and real estate transactions.

Zoe Tsicalos is an associate at Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Zoe has passed the New York State Bar exam and is awaiting admission to the New York State Bar. Ms. Tsicalos received her Bachelor’s degree from St. John’s University in 2021 and J.D. degree from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University in 2024. During Ms. Tsicalos’ time at Hofstra Law, she participated in Hofstra Law’s Women’s Society and Business Law Society. Additionally, Ms. Tsicalos served as a Notes and Comments Editor on Hofstra’s Journal of International Business and Law and her Note, “The Fashion Industry, the Environment...

Mr. Pulos enjoys a very successful, diverse professional career. A trial lawyer by training, Mr. Pulos returned to his hometown of Alfred, New York following his graduation from Albany Law School and opened a general law practice by hanging out his shingle on Main Street. He is the only person born and raised in Alfred to have graduated from law school and returned to open a law practice in Alfred. From there, Mr. Pulos has developed a reputation as a lawyer for people that have been wronged by others in the workplace or by vehicular accidents or...

Chair of the largest residential real estate department in Western New York. Extensive third party relocation, REO, commercial and residential lending representation. Recently closed a $3 Million dollar refinance, and a $965,000 commercial purchase secured by properties in Western New York and Florida. Experienced in time share, zoning, land use, condominiums and cooperatives, real estate negotiations and litigation. Voted for inclusion in "Best Lawyers in America" for the past four years.

Dzifa Gan is an Associate Attorney in the firm’s Real Estate Law Department; handling all aspects of residential and commercial real estate. Ms. Gan has varied legal experience having previously worked as a family and matrimonial attorney in London. Her priority across practice areas has always been her clients and ensuring that their needs are met.

Ms. Gan obtained her B.A. in Psychology and concurrently her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Western Australia in 2008. Ms. Gan is admitted to practice law in New South Wales, Australia; England & Wales, UK and New York State, USA.

Before joining HoganWillig,...