R&E Client Experience

“The Durst Organization has relied on the advice, knowledge, and professionalism of Rosenberg & Estis for four decades, starting with the development of 114 West 47th Street to the subsequent complicated negotiations for the successful developments of One Five One West 42nd Street, One Bryant Park, and One World Trade Center.”

“Rosenberg & Estis is an integral partner to The Durst Organization. There have been projects in
which R&E helped us pioneer paths to objectives with no precedent. The only tools available were excellent judgment and creativity. R&E has those qualifications and more.”

“In 2018 our journey with Rosenberg & Estis began in a guardianship courtroom. It is perhaps the only time in New York history that five attorneys and a judge all agreed on anything. They all agreed that Rosenberg and Estis, specifically Luise Barrack, were the best attorneys to hire. My wife and I were paying the bills, and the unknown future costs created fear.
To quote Michael Bloomberg’s mother, Everyone knows how much something costs, but few people know the value. Initially I knew the hourly cost of Luise Barrack and her team, Moshe Nachum & Erica Wells, but I didn’t understand the value. It didn’t take long for my sleepless nights to be converted into a comfortable peace of mind knowing that we had an experienced, hard-working, bright team working on our behalf. They treated us like family and their only clients. They provided us with honest solutions and strategies for dealing with challenging situations. They didn’t cost us money; they made us money. They took the money fear out of the equation and replaced it with friendship.
We will be forever indebted to Luise, Moshe and Erica.”

“I have been working with Rosenberg & Estis for eight years and have been extremely pleased with the level of service. Not only are the attorneys skilled and experienced, but they are also a pleasure to work with. R&E helped us develop form transaction documents several years ago and thus have a thorough understanding of the negotiating points that are important to us. This makes closing deals significantly smoother as I am confident R&E will flag the appropriate issues as they come up. We’ve closed extremely complicated and fast-paced transactions using the R&E team as counsel, and they’ve been able to keep everything organized and on schedule. Knowing I can pick up the phone and have R&E engaged within a matter of minutes, no matter the assignment, adds a tremendous amount of value. We are extremely appreciative of the long-term relationship and congratulate R&E on their 50th Anniversary.”

“I have had the pleasure of working with Rosenberg & Estis for the past four years. Our company runs a lean operation. As such, we rely immensely on trusted advisors to help mitigate risk and maximize value for our investments. In this capacity, R&E has exceeded expectations. From challenging tenant negotiations to complicated transactions, we receive attentive service, thoughtful strategy and resourceful solutions across members of their team. R&E’s competitive advantage is that it meaningfully participates in the discussion as opposed to merely mapping out the decision tree. We view Brett Theis and the overall R&E team as an extension of our company and exclusively use them for our business needs in New York City. We congratulate R&E on their 50th anniversary and look forward to a continued successful partnership in the years to come.”

“The YMCA of Greater New York extends its sincere congratulations to Rosenberg & Estis, P.C on its 50th anniversary celebration.
Luise Barrack has been a dedicated partner for our organization. Her relationship with the Y began in the late 1970s as a law student. Luise engaged in property research on behalf of the Y, a project that would launch a decades-long relationship.At Rosenberg & Estis, P.C., Luise has been an invaluable champion for the Y. She has committed countless hours to promote and enhance our organization, which has a reach to all five boroughs. The Y values our professional relationship with Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. and we look forward to many years of collaboration and partnership.”

“I have had a working relationship and friendship with Mike Lefkowitz for approximately 25 years. The thing that differentiates Mike from others is his unique experience relating to growing up in a family real estate business. His views not only stem from a legal perspective but from an ownership operator perspective which is sensible and pragmatic when solving issues that arise.Mike has always conducted himself in the highest of standards always with integrity. He is a incredibly quick study understanding whatever agenda we set out to accomplish and trust him implicitly.”

“I believe that the hallmark of any good law firm is understanding the client’s need while delivering quality legal representation with clear communications in a timely fashion, in order to meet those needs. As the general manager of various cooperative corporations for over three decades, I have been working with R&E (and more specifically, Bradley Silverbush) for longer than I can remember. During that time, the firm has successfully represented the co-ops I have managed in all venues, from Housing to Federal Court. R&E’s team of attorneys reflect integrity and dedication to their clients; they possess the specialized knowledge and experience that have provided the tools by which they consistently obtain optimum results. I am pleased to say that the quality of legal services provided by R&E has been exceptional, consistent, reliable, and dependable.”

“I have been working with Rosenberg & Estis for nine years and time and time again, the attorneys rise to the occasion showcasing their in-depth knowledge of real estate law and full understanding of our expectations and key points. We’ve worked on countless fast-paced, extremely complex matters with R&E and each time the experience and dedication of the attorneys have produced the desired results and exceeded expectations. I appreciate our long term relationship, first-rate counsel, and feel incredibly fortunate to have had the pleasure of working with R&E over the years. We congratulate Rosenberg & Estis on their 50th Anniversary and look forward to many more years of working together.”

“Rosenberg & Estis has provided integral legal services to BRP for over 8 years now. During this time, the firm has demonstrated the utmost care and attention to detail when engaged in contractual work, always going above and beyond to deliver quality, thorough, and directional legal services based on their extensive knowledge of the industry. The team is extremely professional making it easy for our tenants to feel comfortable as we begin or continue their occupancy. Working with Adam and Stephen continues to build the strong relationship that was established years ago. With the dedication and integrity that is highly sought after, we look forward to continuing working with R&E in the future.”

“I was introduced to Michael Lefkowitz in 2015 by someone we both know well and trust explicitly. This has turned into one of my most important professional and personal relationships. Michael and his partners at Rosenberg & Estis have repeatedly demonstrated deep knowledge and judgement as to when to push for things and when to advise me that while something might be nice to have it is not essential to getting the deal closed. This past summer Michael was advising us on the acquisition of an industrial asset in South Florida, which had an arcane title issue. Having seen this before, he worked hard to understand, mitigate the risks as much as possible, and ultimately get us comfortable with the risks. Michael is a champion of getting the two sides to see the truth rather than focusing on their individual positions, and will often tell me that I can have a good deal that closes or a perfect one that dies, and the choice is mine.

Recently, Michael and another R&E partner architected a complicated business restructuring of a closely held investment business, untangling more than forty years of legacy complications. He represented both sides in the transaction, which would have never closed otherwise, as what was at stake were not just assets, but family dynamics, which he navigates so aptly.

There are indeed many law firms in New York, but after a decade working with R&E, I know I have the right lawyers on my team. For their wise guidance, I remain forever grateful. Congratulations to the entire firm on this important anniversary!”

“Finding top attorneys is always difficult, but then when you do and they become friends, business comes easy. Rosenberg & Estis’ legal team helps us navigate with ease and at the same time make legal enjoyable. Happy 50th!”

“Our relationship with Rosenberg & Estis began over 25 years ago. I originally worked with Warren, who impressed me greatly. I actually felt like I could hear the gears turning in his brain as he considered strategy. Started to work with Adam Lindenbaum with Warren and of course continued! Adam is careful, smart and very effective. We have worked through many complicated issues including managing public relations due to litigation. Rosenberg & Estis is extremely reliable and does their best to help us achieve our desired results. We congratulate them on their 50th anniversary and look forward to continuing our relationship in the years to come.”

“I have had the pleasure of working with Rosenberg & Estis for decades and continue to do so based on the exceptional counsel they provide. It was my great fortune when Gary Rosenberg introduced Deborah Riegel to the Milstein team because together they have navigated us through a myriad of complex and contentious litigations and negotiations. The excellent legal and strategic advice they provide is invaluable to our business success, and their preeminence in the field has made them one of our most trusted partners. I look forward to many more years of collaboration with Gary and Debby. I congratulate R&E on an incredible 50 years and know that the future of the firm is equally as bright.”

“Our relationship with Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. spans well over a decade, and during that time, they have become an indispensable partner in guiding our company through the ever-evolving landscape of New York City real estate and tax certiorari services. With so many law firms available in the city, what initially drew us to R&E — and continues to set them apart — is their depth of knowledge in real estate law and tax certiorari services combined with their practical, solution-oriented approach. They understand not only the law, but also the complexities of property management, which makes their advice particularly valuable to us.
R&E’s attorneys have demonstrated dedication, integrity, and patience. Their ability to anticipate our clients concerns and make themselves available to quell concerns makes them invaluable.

One piece of advice that continues to resonate with us is the importance of viewing every legal issue through both a legal and a business lens. This balanced perspective has helped us make informed, strategic decisions that benefit both our properties and our residents.
The relationship we’ve built with R&E has been nurtured not just through their excellent legal work, but through their commitment to truly understanding our business, our properties, and the challenges we face. They take the time to stay in touch, provide insights even when we’re not actively engaged in a legal matter, and treat us as a valued partner rather than just a client.
Trust is the foundation of our relationship with Rosenberg & Estis. Time and again, they have demonstrated their honesty, transparency, and unwavering commitment to representing our best interests. That trust has only deepened over the years as we’ve worked together to navigate everything from routine legal matters to highly complex cases. They have earned our confidence not only through their expertise but also through their integrity and personal investment in our success.

We are grateful for the partnership we’ve built with Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. and look forward to continuing to work together for many years to come.”