Atty. Keith S. Varian

Atty. Keith S. Varian

Keith regularly counsels and represents clients in connection with a wide range of real estate transactions, including development projects, leases, purchases and sales. His practice includes representation of lenders and borrowers in commercial real estate and asset based financings including term and construction loan facilities, revolving credit facilities, participations, co-lending transactions and other types of credit facilities.

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Profile Summary

About Keith S. Varian at a glance

Keith S. Varian is a real estate and zoning attorney based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Harris Beach Murtha. Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Keith regularly counsels and represents clients in connection with a wide range of real estate transactions, including development projects, leases, purchases and sales
  • His practice includes representation of lenders and borrowers in commercial real estate and asset based financings including term and construction loan facilities, revolving credit facilities, participations, co-lending transactions and other types of credit facilities
  • Keith has experience representing lenders and borrowers in connection with financings for renewable energy projects, including solar (both ground mounted and rooftop), fuel cell, wind and other energy efficiency measures as well as representing lenders in CPACE financings
  • Keith represents nursing homes, assisted living communities, CCRCs, home health care and hospice agencies, hospitals and physicians in connection with a wide range of transactional and real estate matters, including purchases, sales, leases, HUD and private lender financings, contractual matters, capital expansions, joint venture participation, operations transfer agreements and asset purchase agreements
  • He also represents hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, schools, underwriters, trustees, municipalities and banks in the issuance of tax-exempt bonds
  • As a Fairfield, Connecticut resident, Keith is the Chairman of the Town of Fairfield’s Golf Commission

Practice Areas Explained

Keith S. Varian's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Keith S. Varian handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Keith S. Varian is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Haven are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Keith S. Varian

Where is Keith S. Varian's law office located?
Keith S. Varian's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Harris Beach Murtha. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Keith S. Varian handle?
Keith S. Varian focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
Where did Keith S. Varian go to law school?
Keith S. Varian earned their education at (J.D., 2001).
How can I contact Keith S. Varian for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Keith S. Varian received?
Keith S. Varian's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 2001

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

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