Atty. Robert J. Ivanhoe
Robert Ivanhoe is Chair of the 200+ lawyer Global Real Estate Practice and Co-Chair of the REIT group at Greenberg Traurig. He concentrates his practice in sophisticated real estate structures, financings, workouts, restructurings, acquisitions and dispositions of all asset classes of real estate.
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving New York, NY
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About Robert J. Ivanhoe at a Glance
Robert J. Ivanhoe is a real estate attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 1979). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert J. Ivanhoe
- Robert Ivanhoe is Chair of the 200+ lawyer Global Real Estate Practice and Co-Chair of the REIT group at Greenberg Traurig
- He concentrates his practice in sophisticated real estate structures, financings, workouts, restructurings, acquisitions and dispositions of all asset classes of real estate
- Robert is actively involved in real estate industry current affairs and regularly asked to write and lecture on industry topics
- Robert has been recognized by Chambers and Partners USA, The New York Observer and Real Estate New York as one of the leading real estate attorneys in New York City and throughout the United States
- He has represented numerous nationally-recognized owner/developer and institutional lender/investor clients domestically and internationally for more than 30 years
- Robert is a member of the firm's Executive Committee, Board of Directors and Operating Committee
Practice Areas Explained
Robert J. Ivanhoe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. Ivanhoe 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
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Why Clients in New York Choose Robert J. Ivanhoe
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 Robert J. Ivanhoe's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Robert J. Ivanhoe'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 Robert J. Ivanhoe 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 Robert J. Ivanhoe Handles in New York
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