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Stephen Cerniglia is a partner in the firm’s Real Estate Finance & Investment Group. His practice is primarily focused on commercial real estate finance, representing commercial banks, investment banks, insurance companies, funds, regional and local banks and other financial institutions in a variety of loan transactions—including permanent, bridge and construction loans, mezzanine financings, credit facilities and split loan structures—secured by office buildings, shopp...

Christopher Marcus is a partner in Kirkland's Restructuring Group. He represents debtors, creditors, equity sponsors, and investors in distressed companies in a wide array of industries, including oil and gas, energy, retail, telecommunications, media, real estate, and manufacturing. Christopher has been recognized in the 2018–2022 editions of Chambers USA, with sources praising him as “very smart and very commercially oriented,” “a good advocate” and a “ta...

Arthur G. Jakoby is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Real Estate. Arthur G. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Arthur G. Jakoby since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Arthur G. Jakoby is held by other lawyers.

Kelly A. Frawley is a partner in Sterlington’s Matrimonial and Family Law practice. She represents high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients across the full range of matrimonial and family law matters, including divorce, equitable distribution of assets and liabilities, custody, child and spousal support, paternity, and civil orders of protection. She also drafts and negotiates prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Kelly regularly handles matters involving hedge funds and private...

Lawrence A. Ceriello is a partner in the firm's Real Estate Group. Mr. Ceriello advises commercial lenders, investment banks, life insurers, hedge funds and other institutional investors in connection with major real estate transactions, particularly those involving complex debt financings and securitizations. He has nearly three decades of experience originating mortgage loans secured by large commercial real estate projects including shopping centers, hotels, office buildings, industrial bu...

Brett Friedman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Brett practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Brett Friedman since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Brett Friedman is held by other lawyers.

Andrew B. Eckstein has over 30 years of experience in handling complex debtor and creditor matters in bankruptcy cases and out-of-court restructurings. He represents debtors, creditors, creditors’ committees, lenders, landlords, contract counterparties, equity-security holders and asset purchasers in matters involving: real estate developers, industrial companies, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, professional service firms, investment funds, media and telecommunications enterpris...

In the course of your career, you will likely face at least one legal dispute that you can't afford to lose but can't resolve without expert help. To manage the risk successfully, you will need to partner with someone who has the necessary experience, skill, and resources. Many people in your position seek to engage me to do just that. Read on to see why. Trial counsel People who should know have described me as an "incredibly gifted lawyer" (Chambers and Partners) who is "magic in the courtr...

Joshua A. Lichtenstein is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Joshua A. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Joshua A. Lichtenstein since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Joshua A. Lichtenstein is held by other lawyers.

Bradley I. Ruskin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Sports Law. Bradley I. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Bradley I. Ruskin since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Bradley I. Ruskin is held by other lawyers.