Chaim C Zlotowitz, Esq
Chaim's practice focuses exclusively on representing clients in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions. With a track record of advising clients in thousands of transactions totaling over 1 billion dollars in transaction volume, Chaim has served as counsel for Borrowers, Lenders, Investors, Sponsors, Purchasers, and Sellers. His extensive experience and deep understanding of the industry enables him to provide tailored guidance tailored to each client's unique needs.
Prior to starting the firm, Chaim gained valuable experience in the title insurance industry and as counsel for 1031 exchange transactions. This background equips him with a comprehensive perspective on the intricacies of real estate law and investment strategies, enhancing his ability to navigate complex transactions efficiently.
Chaim is dedicated to supporting both newcomers to real estate and seasoned professionals, ensuring they navigate the complexities of their transactions with confidence and success. His commitment to excellence and client satisfaction has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor in the commercial real estate community.
Chaim is admitted to practice in NJ, NY, and PA.
Education:​
2007, Yeshiva Bais Yisroel, BTL
​2013, Benjamin N Cardozo School of Law, JD
Senior Articles Editor, Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law
REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS
Represented a New York-based Developer on a $8,800,000 Construction loan covering multiple lots. Despite a title defect on one of the lots, structured the loan in a way to safeguard the Lender’s interest and the comfort it needed to close the transaction for the Developer
Acted as Special Real Estate Counsel to Lender on a $15,000,000 Mortgage Loan for the acquisition of an energy facility
Advised a New York Developer on a $3,300,000 Bridge Loan. Collaborated with Assigning Lender and Purchaser's counsel to sever an existing blanket mortgage, enabling simultaneous portfolio sales with the loan closing
Represented a Family Office on a $18,500,000 sale of a multi-family Property
Represented a Purchaser on a $2,800,000 acquisition of a commercial property from a Non-Profit Corporation in Active Bankruptcy. Worked hand-in-hand with Seller counsel, Bankruptcy counsel, and Creditor counsel to close the deal in a timely manner
Represented a JV Partner in a $40,000,000 sale. Navigated complexities of the other partner's active receivership and coordinated 721(a) and 1031 exchanges
Advised a local operator on a Joint Venture agreement with a foreign Investment fund for the acquisition of multiple properties with a transaction dollar amount in excess of $250,000,000
Represented a purchaser on a $99,000,000 Purchase