Real Estate Attorney

Gil H. Vilkas, Esq.

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Long Beach, NY 11561 ****@*******.***

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TRANSACTIONAL Real Estate Attorney / Negotiator / Risk Manager

Consistently seeking challenging assignments through to successful conclusions based on a deep knowledge of the law, negotiation, real estate, zoning, management, construction, development / re-development and sale / leasing. My success is based on remembering that each individual's real estate financial investment is likely the most significant purchase asset of their lifetime, and each corporate real estate holding is essential to their ongoing success and profitability.

Key Skills

Substantial experience drafting and negotiating commercial leases on behalf of landlords and tenants including retail, office, industrial and warehouse leases. Protecting Landlords' rights by drafting strong and effective leases

Broad experience in the acquisition, disposition, development and financing of commercial properties .

Representation of clients - dealing with institutional mortgages, construction and mezzanine lenders/borrowers and experience advising on complex real estate finance transactions.

Well versed in zoning, permitting, variances, compliance and/or violation removal

Representing purchasers(s) and seller(s) of house(s), co-operative & condominium apartment(s)

Demonstrated ability to manage, process and complete an ongoing consistent flow of transactions on wide-raging legal matters.

Strong proficiency in identifying & resolving title issues with underwriters

Highly adept at consummating "Flips"

Represented 18 banks as a Bank Attorney for consumer mortgages

Review of Certificate of Occupany, Certificate of Completion, Surveys and the potential unique issues of the client, investor, or user. Advise internal clients on wide-ranging legal matters

Well versed in all aspects of condominium and cooperative apartments - Offering Plans, Amendments and corporate governance

Conciliator, attention to detail and a strong ability to prioritize transactions

Strong drafting and communication skills incorporating sound legal and business judgment thereby allowing me to work independently and communicate effectively with all parties

Gil H. Vilkas, Esq., Great Neck, NY 2000 - 2022

Attorney at Law

My own law practice extended to all private and commercial real estate areas. Whether handling 25,000 square feet of retail space or representing a first-time home buyer, I understood the importance of having a clear direction to meet and protect each clients’ needs.

A fast-paced deal-flow environment exceeding $500M in market value annually comprising 350+ purchase / sale transactions and 25+ lease transactions annually

Unique ability to step into the shoes of a client and offer practical legal advise and execution so as to maximize the clients' total return on investment

Train, coach, and mentor staff and associates on policy, procedures, and internal controls

Lehman Brothers, New York, NY 1996 - 1999

Fixed income Derivative Documentation Negotiator/Risk Management

A starting position as an ISDA Negotiator for fixed-income documentation quickly led to a position reporting on counter-party risk across fixed-income, equity, and FX business in New York, Tokyo, and London

Compiled and personally delivered comprehensive bi-weekly reports to the CEO's office as well as top 10 corporate officers

Supervised a staff of 4 Junior Associates

Merrill Lynch, New York, NY 1993 - 1996

Financial Advisor Training Program

Excelled in this 2-year financial training course

Built an $8MM book of business

Performed and explained a customized and detailed financial plan with clients, taking into account their financial goals and objectives

Created custom investment portfolios by choosing appropriate goal-oriented investment products as well as ensuring a balanced portfolio

Juris Doctor (JD), New York Law School, 1992, participated in Real Estate Investment Group, interned with NYS Supreme Court (Criminal Division) Justice Budd Goodman, 1991, interned at Herzfeld & Rubin (products liability defense), New York, NY, 1990

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting, Binghamton University (SUNY), Co-President of Accounting/Management Organization, Student Council Member, Binghamton, NY, 1989

Licensed Attorney in good-standing in both New York and Connecticut as well as licensed as a Real Estate Broker (NY), Notary Public (NY) and Public Adjuster (NY)

Formerly licensed Series 7, 63, 65 (allowed to expire with a clean record)

Community Service

Temple Sinai of Roslyn, Trustee, Board of Trustees, 2018 – present

Country Estates Civic Association, Executive Board Member, 2017-2020

Old Westbury Jewish Center, Executive Trustee, Board of Trustees, 2014-2016

Old Westbury Jewish Center, Trustee, Board of Trustees, 2010-2014

Interest(s)

Skiing, surfing, skateboarding, collecting fountain pens

Professional Experience

Education and Licensing

Community Service & Interest(s)

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