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Mitchell A. Korbey

Real Estate Attorney in New York, NY

Mitch Korbey, chair of the firm’s Land Use & Zoning Group, is a leading urban planner and land use attorney with over 30 years of experience. He advises clients on zoning, development rights transfers, and navigating New York City’s complex land use regulations.

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Mitchell A. Korbey

About Attorney Mitchell A. Korbey

Mitch Korbey is a partner and chairs the firm’s Land Use & Zoning Group. With over 30 years of experience as an urban planner and land use attorney, Mitch has worked in both private practice and government service. He previously served as Commissioner of the Board of Standards and Appeals (BSA), director of the Department of City Planning’s (DCP) Brooklyn office, and deputy director of DCP’s Staten Island office.

Recognized by Chambers USA and Legal 500 as one of New York City’s top zoning lawyers, Mitch advises clients on a wide range of issues including site acquisitions, development options, zoning lot mergers, and the transfer of development rights. He assists with zoning variances, special permits, and other discretionary approvals from agencies like the BSA, DCP, Department of Buildings, and Landmarks Preservation Commission.

Mitch regularly counsels prominent developers, owners, and lenders on managing millions of square feet of New York City real estate. He helps clients navigate the complex zoning regulations, ensuring their business goals align with city rules, while also providing insights into potential political factors that could affect their projects.

In addition to his legal work, Mitch is an adjunct professor of law at Brooklyn Law School and teaches in Hunter College’s graduate program in urban planning.

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Main Office: Two Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016

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Languages Spoken: English

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Emergency After Hours: Yes

Attorney Mitchell A. Korbey Practice Area

Real Estate

The real estate practice area encompasses the legal services and expertise related to property ownership, development, transactions, and disputes. It involves assisting clients with the acquisition, sale, leasing, and financing of real estate, ensuring that all legal aspects of the transaction, such as contracts, title issues, and regulatory compliance, are properly addressed. Additionally, this area includes advising on zoning laws, land use regulations, and handling disputes such as property boundary issues, landlord-tenant conflicts, and construction defects. Real estate lawyers help navigate the complex legal framework governing real property to protect their clients’ interests in a variety of real estate matters.

Attorney Mitchell A. Korbey Fees Info

Emergency After Hours: Yes

Attorney Mitchell A. Korbey Contact Info

Office Address: Two Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016

Phone Number: (212) 592-1483

Email Address: mkorbey@herrick.com

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