Atty. Mitchell S. Berkey
With nearly four decades of experience on all sides of the transaction table, Mitch Berkey brings a business-oriented approach to his leadership of CSG Law’s Real Estate, Development & Land Use Group. As chair of one of the largest real estate legal groups in the region, Mitch capitalizes on his combined business and legal acumen to navigate all aspects of real estate ventures and transactions, including acquisitions, sales, financing, development, leasing, management, loan workouts, ownership restructuring and resolution of intra-ownership disputes.
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving Roseland, NJ
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About Mitchell S. Berkey at a Glance
Mitchell S. Berkey is a real estate attorney based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC. Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Serves clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mitchell S. Berkey
- With nearly four decades of experience on all sides of the transaction table, Mitch Berkey brings a business-oriented approach to his leadership of CSG Law’s Real Estate, Development & Land Use Group
- As chair of one of the largest real estate legal groups in the region, Mitch capitalizes on his combined business and legal acumen to navigate all aspects of real estate ventures and transactions, including acquisitions, sales, financing, development, leasing, management, loan workouts, ownership restructuring and resolution of intra-ownership disputes
- His extensive background spans all asset types, including office, industrial, multifamily, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use properties in markets locally, regionally and across the nation
- Mitch spent the first half of his career in institutional real estate circles as both an attorney in large New York law firms and an asset manager for the real estate investment arm of a major international financial institution
- Since joining CSG Law in 2003, his leadership has been evident guiding transactions and projects, expanding his team, and broadening the scope of CSG Law’s real estate practice from its traditional local and regional core strengths to acquisitions, sales and financings in markets throughout the United States
- His relentless pursuit of superb legal talent and insistence on high-quality, creative work product have been integral in establishing a deep bench to facilitate one-stop shopping for client needs ranging from development to transactions, and navigating federal, state and local regulatory waters
- Among Mitch’s many proud moments in his career was CSG Law’s real estate team earning the 2021 Dealmakers of the Year by New Jersey Law Journal
- Personally, Mitch’s accomplishments have been recognized in many circles, including recently being honored with the NJBIZ Icon Award, being named by The National Law Journal as a Real Estate and Construction Law Trailblazer, and being featured as one of ROI-NJ’s Real Estate Influencers
- He has been chosen by his clients and peers to be listed in The Best Lawyers in America and Chambers USA for Real Estate Law for many years
- Mitch has been an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Master of Science in Real Estate Development program at Columbia University and speaks often on real estate industry matters
- His community activities include membership on the Board of Directors of DOROT, a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the challenges of our older adult population, co-Chairing the Commerce & Industry Division of Israel Bonds, New Jersey, and serving in many capacities over the years at Temple Beth Shalom in Livingston, New Jersey
- Mitch received his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law, where he was editor-in chief of the Fordham Urban Law Journal
Practice Areas Explained
Mitchell S. Berkey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mitchell S. Berkey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Roseland.
Real Estate Law in Roseland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Roseland
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Roseland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Roseland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Roseland-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 Roseland Choose Mitchell S. Berkey
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 Mitchell S. Berkey's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Mitchell S. Berkey's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Roseland
A Roseland-based practice means Mitchell S. Berkey 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 Mitchell S. Berkey Handles in Roseland
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