Matthew E. Cudrin

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Matthew E. Cudrin

Matthew E. Cudrin

Partner


New York
  1. People /

Matthew E. Cudrin

Matthew E. Cudrin

Partner


New York

Matthew E. Cudrin

Partner

New York

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Biography

Matt Cudrin is a no-nonsense real estate lawyer with a sophisticated practice that is nationwide in scope. Private equity funds, investors, owners, operators, REITs and financial institutions count on Matt to cut through the complexity of their most elaborate real estate transactions and provide thoughtful guidance and pragmatic solutions. Matt brings the same rational and realistic approach to deal-making whether he is structuring, negotiating or closing an acquisition, disposition, development, financing, debt restructuring, workout or other commercial real estate transaction.

While Matt’s practice encompasses all aspects of commercial real estate throughout the country, he has particular strength in the hospitality, multifamily, industrial, office, retail and mixed-use sectors. Matt’s straightforward approach is valued not only by his clients, but also his colleagues, and has served him well in building effective teams of skilled practitioners to further his clients’ desired outcomes.

The bottom line - Matt is dedicated to his clients and colleagues, offering strong practical knowledge and a down-to-business style that gets the deal done.

Civic Involvement & Honors

  • Named a Rising Star (Real Estate) in the New York Super Lawyers - Metro Edition magazine, 2012-2016

Admissions

  • New York, 2003

Education

Hofstra University, J.D., 2002

American University, B.A., 1999

Related Practice Areas

  • Real Estate Finance

  • Hotels and Hospitality

  • Build to Rent/Multifamily

  • Corporate Occupiers & Tenants

  • Real Estate Sector

  • Asset Management

  • Commercial Real Estate

  • Real Estate

  • Finance

  • Real Estate Private Equity, Investments & REITs

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