
Jay A. Segal
Shareholder; Chair, Land Development PracticeatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
New, NY
Practicing general in New York since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jay A. Segal is a shareholder; chair, land development practice based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General, Real Estate, and Zoning. Jay has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- General · Real Estate · Zoning
- Handles General, Real Estate, and Zoning matters from New York, NY.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jay A. Segal: Jay A. Segal is a shareholder; chair, land development practice based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General, Real Estate, and Zoning. Jay has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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Practice focus
Jay A. Segal represents clients in New York across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Jay A. Segal
As a practicing New York land use lawyer since 1984 and Co-Chair of the Firm’s Land Use Practice, Jay Segal has wide-ranging knowledge of all aspects of New York City land use law. He frequently appears before the City Council, City Planning Commission, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Board of Standards & Appeals and Buildings Department.
Concentrations
•Counsels many of New York City's leading developers, institutions and non-profit organizations
•Seeks changes of zoning districts, amendments to the Zoning Resolution, variances, special permits, permission to alter landmarked buildings, and interpretations of the Zoning Resolution
•Air Rights Transactions
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Land Use and Zoning Law, 2008-2026
•'Lawyer of the Year,' Land Use and Zoning Law, New York City, 2014
•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2014-2025
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New York Metro Super Lawyers, 2007-2025
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Real Estate and Construction - Land Use/Zoning, 2012-2025
•Team Member, Chambers USA Real Estate Law Firm of the Year, 2010, 2013, 2017-2018, and 2022
•Team Member, a U.S. News - Best Lawyers, 'Law Firm of the Year' in Real Estate Law, 2015
•Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2011-2013, 2015, 2022 and 2023
•Team Member, The Legal 500 United States, 'Top Tier' Firm in Real Estate, 2013 and 2014
•Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0
Credentials
Education
St. John's University School of Law J.D. Law Review St. John's University School of Law J.D. cum laude St. John's University School of Law J.D. 1975 Graduated 2nd in class St. John's Universi
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute
B.S. Electrical · 1966
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
New York
1976 · ACTIVE
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Awards & honors
AV Preeminent
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5.0
1 client review
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What areas of law does Jay A. Segal practice?
Jay A. Segal focuses on General, Real Estate, and Zoning.
Where is Jay A. Segal located?
Jay A. Segal primarily serves clients in New York, with an office at One Vanderbilt Avenue.
How experienced is Jay A. Segal?
Jay A. Segal has 50 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1976.
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