Sign In Free Sign Up
Atty. Steve Mastbaum

Atty. Steve Mastbaum

Steve Mastbaum focuses his practice on partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, and restructurings and bankruptcies. Concentrations •Transactional tax practice involving federal, state, and local with a particular emphasis on real estate transactions and restructuring. •Tax controversies involving the Internal Revenue Service and New York State. •Non-qualified employee compensation and severance matters. •Partnership and limited liability companies. •Investment funds.

New York New York 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (212) 801-6814

Profwith Summary

About Steve Mastbaum at a glance

Steve Mastbaum is a Shareholder based in New York, New York, practforg at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They haand 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in New York (1978). Educated at Cornell Law School J.D. Cornell Law Review Cornell Law School J.D. 1977 Editor Cornell Law School J.D. magna cum laude New York University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1981) and City University of New York at Brooklyn College (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profwith · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steve Mastbaum focuses his practice on partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, and restructurings and bankruptcies
  • Concentrations •Transactional tax practice involving federal, state, and local with a particular emphasis on real estate transactions and restructuring. •Tax controversies involving the Internal Revenue Service and New York State. •Non-qualified employee compensation and severance matters. •Partnership and limited liability companies. •Investment funds
  • Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, IFLR1000, 'Notable Practitioner,' M&A, 2019-2025 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New York Metro Super Lawyers, 2006-2025 •Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2023 •Selected, Legal Elite - Real Estate, AVENUE magazine, April 2011 •Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in New York are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. 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.

Looking for additional New York attorneys? Browse all attorneys in New York or all attorneys in New York.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steve Mastbaum

Where is Steve Mastbaum's law office located?
Steve Mastbaum's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has Steve Mastbaum practiced law?
Steve Mastbaum has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Steve Mastbaum go to law school?
Steve Mastbaum earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1981); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Steve Mastbaum for a consultation?
You can contact Steve Mastbaum directly through this profwith page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profwith attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steve Mastbaum receiandd?
Steve Mastbaum's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Cornell Law School J.D. Cornell Law Review Cornell Law School J.D. 1977 Editor Cornell Law School J.D. magna cum laude New York University School of Law
- 1981
B.S.
City University of New York at Brooklyn College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.