Atty. Glenn E. Motelson
Glenn Motelson helps landlords and tenants navigate complex commercial real estate transactions in New York City and nationwide. Focusing on leasing for offices, retail space, office condominiums and warehouses, he represents top developers and owners who want to maximize their holdings, and large and small businesses in search of operational space.
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving New York, NY
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About Glenn E. Motelson at a Glance
Glenn E. Motelson is a real estate attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Davis+Gilbert LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, New York. Educated at The George Washington University (J.D., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Glenn E. Motelson
- Glenn Motelson helps landlords and tenants navigate complex commercial real estate transactions in New York City and nationwide
- Focusing on leasing for offices, retail space, office condominiums and warehouses, he represents top developers and owners who want to maximize their holdings, and large and small businesses in search of operational space
- He also handles dispositions of commercial properties
- Glenn has been a key player in transactions that created major corporate headquarters and new developments — including many of the largest leasing transactions in New York City
- His extensive experience allows him to quickly identify and solve the most critical legal issues in the context of a company’s overall business goals
- As a result, Glenn’s clients meet essential deadlines and allocate risk appropriately for the short term and into the future
- With a diverse leasing practice, Glenn is experienced in both office and retail leasing
- He understands the unique considerations of each type of space and negotiates deals that address the business realities involved
- A familiar face throughout the real estate landscape, Glenn develops constructive working relationships with all parties in order to work through challenging issues
- Despite the inherently adversarial nature of many real estate transactions, he prides himself on a practical, collaborative approach that facilitates closings rather than hindering them
- His responsibility to his clients is Glenn’s priority, and their well-being is always paramount
Practice Areas Explained
Glenn E. Motelson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Glenn E. Motelson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in New York Choose Glenn E. Motelson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Glenn E. Motelson's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Glenn E. Motelson's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Glenn E. Motelson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Glenn E. Motelson Handles in New York
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