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.
Land Use And Zoning Law & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY
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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). Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Leslie handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Real Estate Law in White Plains
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Land Use & Zoning in White Plains
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in White Plains
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 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.
White Plains Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a White Plains-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in White Plains Choose Thomas Leslie
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 Thomas Leslie's practice in the field of real estate and zoning.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate and zoning, Thomas Leslie can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Thomas Leslie 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 Thomas Leslie Handles in White Plains
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