Commercial Property Lawyer: Strategic Guidance for High-Stakes Real Estate Deals

Commercial real estate is one of the most competitive and financially demanding markets in New York. Whether you are financing a multi-family building, purchasing an office space, or leasing property for business operations, the stakes are high. A single oversight in a contract, lien filing, or zoning regulation can result in disputes, delays, or significant […]

Real Estate Transaction Lawyers: Strategic Protection for Complex Deals

Real estate is one of the largest financial commitments most people and businesses make. Whether you are a Private Lender funding a project, an investor acquiring commercial property, or a business owner leasing new space, every transaction involves legal risk. A single oversight in a contract, title, or filing can cost far more than the […]

CEMA New York: A Strategic Approach to Smarter Real Estate Financing

In New York’s competitive real estate market, timing and structure often decide whether a deal is profitable. Between high property values, layered regulations, and steep closing costs, both borrowers and lenders are looking for ways to maximize efficiency while minimizing expenses. One of the most powerful tools borrowers and lenders can use is the CEMA […]

CEMA NY: Maximizing Savings and Structuring Smarter Real Estate Deals

New York real estate is known for its complexity. Between high property values, layered regulations, and significant closing costs, even experienced investors and lenders face challenges. One cost that often surprises borrowers is the mortgage recording tax, which can add tens of thousands of dollars to a transaction. Fortunately, there is a solution. A CEMA […]

Real Estate Attorneys: Strategic Advisors for Property, Lending, and Growth

Real estate is one of the most significant financial commitments anyone can make, whether you are a Private Lender funding a deal, an investor building a portfolio, or a business owner acquiring space. Every transaction has opportunity, but it also carries risk. A single oversight in a contract, lien filing, or regulatory compliance step can […]

Ian Axelrod, Esq, Senior Counsel

Ian is an accomplished attorney with over 10 years’ experience representing private lenders, financial institutions, investors, developers, and domestic and international high net worth individuals and investment groups in all facets of lending, borrowing, acquisitions and other real estate matters.  Ian has represented prominent lenders, developers, property operators, business owners, and investors for both residential and commercial property development projects. Ian provides counsel on the acquisition, renovation, and lease of multi-family, mixed use, condominium and various other real estate projects.  Prior to joining the firm, Ian was the Managing Attorney at The Shiponi Law Firm, P.C. and, Associate at The Law Offices of Frederick J. Giachetti, P.C.

Ian graduated from SUNY at Buffalo in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, Public Law Concentration.  He earned his Juris Doctor degree from Touro College, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in 2010, and was admitted to the New York Bar Association in 2011.