Atty. Jay A. Segal

Atty. Jay A. Segal

As a practicing land use lawyer in New York since 1984, Jay Segal has wide-ranging knowledge of virtually all aspects of land use law. He frequently appears before New York City's City Council, City Planning Commission, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Board of Standards & Appeals and Buildings Department.

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About Jay A. Segal at a glance

Jay A. Segal is an attorney based in New York, New York, practforg at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1975) and Worcester Polytechnic Institute (BS, 1966). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • As a practicing land use lawyer in New York since 1984, Jay Segal has wide-ranging knowledge of virtually all aspects of land use law
  • He frequently appears before New York City's City Council, City Planning Commission, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Board of Standards & Appeals and Buildings Department
  • Jay counsels many of New York City's leading developers, institutions and non-profit organizations
  • He has wide-ranging experience with zoning districts, variances, special permits, amendments to the Zoning Resolution and obtaining permission to alter landmarked buildings

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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.

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Where is Jay A. Segal's law office located?
Jay A. Segal's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Jay A. Segal go to law school?
Jay A. Segal earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (BS, 1966).
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What awards or recognition has Jay A. Segal receiandd?
Jay A. Segal's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5; Best Lawyers in America — AVENUE magazine "Legal Elite," Real Estate Law, April 2011; Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Real Estate Practice Group of the Year," 2011 and 2012.

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Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1975
BS
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
- 1966

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AVENUE magazine "Legal Elite," Real Estate Law, April 2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Real Estate Practice Group of the Year," 2011 and 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, New York Super Lawyers, 2007-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, 2012-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Winning Team, Chambers USA Award for Excellence, Real Estate, 2010 and 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, "Top Tier" Firm in Real Estate, 2013
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (New York City)
- 2014

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association

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