Private Lending

Andelsman Law – Trusted by Private Lenders Since 1994

With over 30 years of exclusive focus on Private Lending, Andelsman Law is the go-to legal partner for lenders seeking speed, security, and strategic counsel. Unlike firms with competing practice areas, we operate with a singular focus: protecting and advancing the interests of Private Lenders — throughout New York and more than 40 states nationwide.

We don’t dabble in Private Lending. We lead it.

Our clients benefit from:

  • One of the most experienced Private Lending legal teams in the industry
  • Lightning-fast response times and same-day closings
  • Proprietary systems and streamlined processes designed for lender efficiency
  • The Andelsman Partner Portal – 24/7 real-time access to checklists, file updates, and status reports
  • Responsive, team-based communication with direct access to attorneys and staff — not voicemail loops

What You Can Expect When Working with Andelsman Law

Creative Deal-Making: We think like lenders and problem-solve like lawyers — finding solutions that get deals closed without compromising protection.
Client-First Focus: We prioritize your goals and keep you informed at every stage. You’ll always know where your deal stands.
Post-Closing Support: Our involvement doesn’t end at the closing table. We assist with post-closing issues, corrections, and enforcement when needed.
Workout & Restructuring Expertise: For distressed assets, we offer hands-on experience in loan workouts, note modifications, and creative recovery strategies.
Thorough Risk Assessment: From title and entity structure to documentation and enforcement, we identify risks early and craft legal strategies to mitigate them.

Private Lending Legal Services

  • Andelsman Law provides a full suite of services tailored to Private Lenders, including:Same-day closing services and expedited document preparation
  • Drafting and review of complex loan documents in 40+ states
  • Title review and resolution of complex title issues
  • Review of multi-tiered organizational structures and ownership charts
  • New York CEMA and Construction Loan preparation and compliance
  • Master Loan Purchase Agreements
  • Master Repurchase Agreements
  • Participation Agreements
  • Asset Management Agreements
  • Line of Credit Agreements
  • Loan sale and transfer documentation

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.