Atty. Thomas Leslie

Atty. Thomas Leslie

Thomas Leslie is the managing shareholder in Greenberg Traurig’s White Plains office. He focuses his practice on the areas of banking and finance and he represents some of the largest financial institutions in the United States.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Leslie at a glance

Thomas Leslie is a real estate and zoning attorney based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at University of Notre Dame (—, 1970). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas Leslie is the managing shareholder in Greenberg Traurig’s White Plains office
  • He focuses his practice on the areas of banking and finance and he represents some of the largest financial institutions in the United States
  • His practice concentrates on representing financial institutions and developers in connection with the purchase, sale and financing of real estate, the sale and financing of loan portfolios as well as the financing of fine art, private aircraft and other forms of collateral
  • Tom advises lenders specializing in real estate and asset-based financing, revolving credit and term financings
  • His real estate experience includes zoning and planning matters
  • He was formerly special counsel to, and a member of, the Village of Bronxville Planning Board in Westchester County, New York
  • In addition, his experience includes hedge fund lending, swaps and derivatives and other forms of secured lending

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Leslie's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Leslie 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

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Jurisdictional Context

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 White Plains 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Leslie

Where is Thomas Leslie's law office located?
Thomas Leslie's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Leslie handle?
Thomas Leslie focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Thomas Leslie go to law school?
Thomas Leslie earned their education at (—, 1970).
How can I contact Thomas Leslie for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Leslie received?
Thomas Leslie's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

University of Notre Dame
- 1970

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Real Estate Practice Group of the Year," 2011 and 2012
- 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
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, New York Super Lawyers, 2010-2013
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association

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