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2026 Chambers USA
Spotlight Guide
Real Estate & Construction Law

New York City Real Estate & Construction Law Firm

Representing New York City's Most Prominent Developers & Property Owners

Peraino Malinowski LLP is a full-service New York City real estate and construction law firm — representing prominent developers, property owners, contractors, and investors in transactions, disputes, RPAPL §881 proceedings, and complex litigation throughout Manhattan and all five boroughs.

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$10B+

Transactions In real estate & construction matters handled

10+

Attorneys Experienced NYC real estate & construction lawyers

§881

RPAPL Specialists Leading NYC firm for construction access proceedings

NYC

All Five Boroughs Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx & Staten Island

$10B+ In Real Estate & Construction Transactions

Our attorneys have collectively participated in transactions exceeding $10 billion in real estate and construction matters — representing New York City's most active developers, institutional investors, property owners, and construction professionals.

David M. Peraino and Simon Malinowski — Founding Partners of Peraino Malinowski LLP

David M. Peraino & Simon Malinowski · Founding Partners

The Firm

Experienced Leadership.
Exceptional Results.

Peraino Malinowski LLP was founded by David M. Peraino and Simon Malinowski with a singular focus: delivering the highest quality legal counsel to New York City's most active real estate developers, construction professionals, and property owners.

The firm brings together attorneys with deep experience across real estate transactions, construction law, commercial litigation, RPAPL §881 proceedings, and business formation — providing fully integrated counsel from a single trusted firm.

Recognized in the 2026 Chambers USA Spotlight Guide for Real Estate & Construction Law — one of the industry's most respected legal rankings.

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What We Do

Full-Service NYC Real Estate & Construction Legal Representation

01 Real Estate Law Purchase and sale transactions, commercial leasing, financing, due diligence, condo and co-op representation, and joint venture structuring for developers and property owners throughout New York City. Learn More 02 Construction Law Contract drafting and negotiation, mechanic's lien enforcement, delay claims, construction defect litigation, and NYC Department of Buildings compliance for developers, contractors, and design professionals. Learn More 03 Commercial Litigation High-stakes business disputes, breach of contract claims, partnership and shareholder litigation, business fraud, commercial lease disputes, and emergency injunctions before New York State courts. Learn More 04 RPAPL §881 Proceedings One of NYC's leading firms for RPAPL §881 construction access proceedings — representing developers seeking court-ordered access licenses and adjoining property owners protecting their rights. Learn More 05 Formation & Structuring LLC formation, real estate joint venture structuring, operating agreement drafting, corporate governance, and tax-efficient holding structures for developers, investors, and entrepreneurs. Learn More → Schedule a Consultation Contact Peraino Malinowski LLP today to speak with an experienced New York City real estate or construction attorney about your matter. Get in Touch

NYC's Leading RPAPL §881 Law Firm

RPAPL §881 Construction Access Proceedings in New York City

Our firm regularly handles RPAPL §881 proceedings involving neighbor access and construction disputes — representing both developers seeking court-ordered access and adjoining property owners protecting their buildings. The 2025 amendment significantly expanded developer rights, including court-authorized underpinning and a 60-day response deadline for adjoining owners.

Peraino Malinowski LLP is at the forefront of this updated and highly specialized practice — with hundreds of §881 proceedings handled across all five boroughs.

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§881 RPAPL
Specialists
New York City

2026 Chambers USA
Spotlight Guide
New York Real Estate &
Construction Law

Recognized by Chambers USA 2026

A Beacon of Legal Expertise in New York City

Peraino Malinowski LLP has earned a prestigious position in the 2026 Chambers USA Spotlight Guide — affirming its status as a leader in real estate and construction law in New York. Known for expertly navigating complex legal challenges, the firm sets the standard for quality and client satisfaction.

Chambers USA is one of the most respected independent legal research organizations in the world. Recognition in the Spotlight Guide reflects sustained excellence in client service, legal expertise, and results — earned through rigorous independent research and client feedback.

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Why Choose Peraino Malinowski LLP

Your Legal Partner in New York City

Deep NYC Real Estate & Construction Expertise

Our attorneys bring NYC-specific expertise that general practice firms cannot match — knowing the courts, the regulators, the NYC DOB, ACRIS, the Lien Law, and RPAPL §881 inside and out.

Transactional Strength Meets Litigation Readiness

We close deals efficiently and fight aggressively when needed — giving clients a single firm they can rely on from acquisition through any disputes that follow.

Representing New York City's Most Prominent Developers

Our clients include some of NYC's most active developers, institutional owners, family offices, private equity funds, general contractors, and individual property owners.

Cost-Efficient, Strategic Legal Counsel

We deliver sophisticated legal counsel with transparency and efficiency — tailoring every engagement to your specific objectives without unnecessary cost or complexity.

Serving All of New York City

NYC Real Estate & Construction Attorneys Across Every Borough

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Whether you are closing a commercial acquisition, resolving a construction dispute, handling an RPAPL §881 proceeding, or forming a real estate investment entity — Peraino Malinowski LLP is ready to help.