White Plains Law Firm Welcomes New Partner for Its Real Estate Practice

Jeffrey S. Held, Esq., a skilled real estate transactional lawyer with more than 30 years of experience at major New York City law firms, has joined Kurzman Eisenberg Corbin & Lever, LLP as a Partner in its Real Estate Practice, Joel S. Lever, Esq., founding Partner, announced today. In his new position, Mr. Held will be part of a growing and vibrant real estate legal team that is known for providing sophisticated legal services to major real estate developers and investors. 

“Jeff will further enhance our ability to help our real estate clients achieve their business goals,” Mr. Lever said. “He has a track record of getting deals done, no matter how complex or how many obstacles faced. We are very pleased to welcome him to our firm.”

Mr. Held said he looks forward to being part of the unique culture at Kurzman Eisenberg. “We have very smart people here who have come from big firm environments, but we operate in an entrepreneurial, streamlined fashion,” he explained. “We move quicker and respond quicker than other firms with a similar caliber of legal expertise.”

Previously, Mr. Held served as a Partner in the Real Estate group at Day Pitney LLP, as well as at O’Melveny & Myers LLP, where he headed the New York office’s real estate practice.  He began his career at O’Sullivan Graev & Karabell, where he rose through the ranks to Partner. 

Mr. Held earned a Bachelor’s degree in political science from Washington University in St. Louis, and his Doctor of Law degree from The George Washington University Law School. In 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2011, Mr. Held was recognized as a Super Lawyer. A member of the American Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association, Mr. Held resides in Rye Brook, New York.

About Kurzman Eisenberg Corbin & Lever, LLP

Kurzman Eisenberg Corbin & Lever, LLP was founded in 1985 to provide superior, sophisticated and cost-effective legal services to a broad range of individuals and corporate clients. The firm has been designated a New York Area’s Top Ranked Law Firm® based on the number of AV Preeminent ratings among its attorneys. The firm’s size and expertise in a variety of disciplines allows its lawyers to handle complex legal matters. The firm provides a full range of legal services in various practice areas, including corporate, litigation, real estate, tax and trusts and estates. The firm’s attorneys have impressive backgrounds and an extraordinary commitment to client service. For more information, the public is invited to visit www.kelaw.com.