Amir Korangy Joins Leo Jacobs to Break Down the Real Deal Behind the Optimism

The Equity Dismay No One Talks About — Until It’s Too Late

In this market, emotional delay is costing LPs, GPs, and syndicators everything — but they won’t feel it for another 90 days.

In Episode 5 of Confronting the Impossible, Leo sits down with Amir Korangy live from The Real Deal, for a real talk about sentiment vs. reality, and why the market’s current “vibrancy” is masking the start of an equity collapse.

Amir brings a sharp perspective: everyone’s watching foreclosures — but few are paying attention to what causes them.

“What’s not being reported is the equity transfers happening behind closed doors — among families, friends, and partnerships falling apart. That’s where the distress starts.”

This is the quiet phase before the lawsuits, the buyouts, and the full collapse.

Forget about lenders for a moment. The real distress is internal:

Investors asking “Where’s the money?”

Unfiled lawsuits quietly building in the background

Leo calls it equity dismay — and if you’re not seeing it yet, you will.

The market is in the synapse — between cause and effect. Leo predicts the pain will hit by Q3 as interest resets, debt maturities, and emotional fractures converge.

“This isn’t about math. It’s about trust breaking, fear building, and delayed response.

From Mayweather to Mayor Adams — and the Truth in Between

Amir shares insider updates from Steve Witkoff, Mayor Eric Adams, and Floyd Mayweather — from Brooklyn’s second-tallest tower to a Trump-linked crypto project. But beneath the buzz, the pressure is building.

Even the people smiling on stage are prepping behind the scenes..

This episode is your early warning system — the unspoken phase of distress that most investors never prepare for. Until it’s too late.

🎧 Watch the full episode now and prepare for the phase no one’s pricing in — yet.

PODCAST - Confronting the Impossible with Leo Jacobs.

Known for finding creative, expedient solutions to complex and high-profile cases, Leo excels in matters including distressed investment and asset management, real estate law, corporate law, dispute resolution, business divorces, negotiation, and more. Leo’s extensive expertise in debt and equity structures enables him to employ a full spectrum of legal tools to achieve swift, optimal results for clients. His practice, Jacobs P.C., bridges commercial litigation, corporate transactions, and financial rehabilitation, handling cases across federal, state, and bankruptcy courts, as well as administrative tribunals.

If you would like to join the podcast email requests to pr@jacobspc.com 

Facing challenges? Reach out to experienced professionals early, prepare for the unexpected, and always approach negotiations with clarity and strength.

Need help?

What if distress isn’t failure — but your best shot at control?

Distress Is Strategy: Leo Jacobs Live at the ReDeal Forum 2025

At the ReDeal Forum 2025, Leo Jacobs flipped the script on how we think about distressed real estate. His keynote wasn’t just sharp — it was surgical: showing exactly how timing, leverage, and legal architecture can mean the difference between total loss and a second chance.

1. Litigation Is Not the Last Step — It’s a Starting Point

Most investors wait until it’s too late. By then, they're bleeding equity, time, and options. Leo made it clear:

“The moment disagreement begins, you’re in litigation. Whether you like it or not.”

Jacobs shared what most lawyers won’t — behind-the-curtain stories from recent deals:

Billion-dollar client saved from receivership with 10 months of legal maneuvering

Personal guarantees restructured to save family assets

Note purchases turned to traps for impatient lenders who underestimated litigation risk

Leo introduced a tool he calls the “Corporate Poison Pill” — a way to protect syndicators and operators before personal judgments or asset seizures hit.
The secret? Securing friendly parties with enforceable debt positions before the storm.

One of the most resonant points came near the close:

“Discomfort leads to poor decisions. Don’t let fear negotiate for you.”

Whether you’re a borrower in freefall or a fund manager with nervous LPs, this mindset shift can define the outcome.

📌 Watch the full talk from the ReDeal Forum 2025 — and learn how to navigate the impossible before it becomes irreversible. 

If you’re in the game — whether you lend, borrow, manage, or build — this talk is essential. Leo doesn’t preach theory. He walks you through what’s working right now for real estate players in the "fire".

Eric Brody Breaks Down the Strategy, Psychology, and Leverage Moves That Actually Work in Real Estate Restructuring

The Distressed Game You’re Not Playing — But Should Be

Distressed real estate isn’t a crisis. It’s a competition.
And in this market, the winners aren’t the ones with the most capital — they’re the ones with the best strategy.

In this no-holds-barred episode of Confronting the Impossible, Leo Jacobs sits down with real estate investor and capital connector Eric Brody to reveal what’s really happening inside the world of distressed asset investment — and why most investors are missing the point.

“You're not buying property — you're buying litigation.”

Most note buyers think they’re getting a shortcut to equity. But as Leo and Eric explain, distressed asset purchases come with tax liens, mezz debt, deed restrictions, unpaid vendors, and stalled permits — not to mention lawyers who know how to build leverage and drag it out.

What you’re buying is a timeline, not a building.

Restructuring Takes Time — Are You Ready?

Restructuring distressed assets? 9–36 months — minimum.

Most capital providers don’t realize the wait time. Meanwhile, they’re borrowing at high rates, hoping to flip a foreclosure.
Leo calls it what it is:

“You bought the litigation. You bought the pain.”

One of the boldest takeaways in this episode is the introduction of the Corporate Poison Pill — a strategy to protect guarantors and restructure ownership before it’s too late.

In the spotlight: Charles Cohen — clipped for $187M in personal guarantees.

“He had the equity. He had the network. What he didn’t have was the strategy — and he waited too long.”

Eric flips the script: many of the same credit funds aggressively pursuing borrowers are also borrowers — buried in their own intercreditor disputes, undercollateralized notes, and bad deals.

“Just because they lend money doesn’t mean they’re not bleeding.”

The most devastating part of distress? The human factor.

“Discomfort leads to poor decisions. And in this market, that’s the costliest mistake of all.”

Eric and Leo dissect how fear, pride, and denial destroy opportunities — and how elite operators are keeping a cool head, creating leverage, and playing the long game.

🎧 Watch the full episode now for a front-row seat to how the smartest investors navigate chaos — and come out stronger.

Because success isn’t about avoiding distress.
It’s about knowing what to do when it shows up.

Wayne Greenwald on How to Shield Entrepreneurs (Even After a Judgment Hits)

The Personal Poison Pill: Asset Protection in the Age of Distress

When your lenders are circling and your equity partners have turned into creditors, bankruptcy isn’t your only option.
Sometimes, the best defense is a well-timed legal offense — and that’s where Wayne Greenwald comes in.

In this episode of Confronting the Impossible, Leo Jacobs sits down with Wayne, Senior Counsel at Jacobs PC and expert in bankruptcy and creditor rights, to introduce a powerful tool for entrepreneurs under siege:

Wayne calls it a Creditor Asset Protection Vehicle — a strategy where friendly creditors (like past partners, equity holders, or internal investors) convert into secured creditors by taking liens on your remaining valuable assets.

“We may not be able to save the business,” Wayne says.
“But we’ll preserve the entrepreneur — so they can rebuild.”

This isn’t a loophole. It’s a legal structure that creates protection against hostile creditors. Think UCCs, assignments, and mortgages — secured under state law and enforceable in both state and federal court.

You line up $1B in new friendly creditors, who record their own liens after the hostile one.

You file structured confessions of judgment and even invoke marshaling doctrine to control asset liquidation.

What happens next? You’re no longer standing alone.

“Having a judgment is meaningless,” Wayne says.
“It’s only a right to try and collect. But if someone’s in front of you — you wait your turn.”

Most people wait until it’s too late. Wayne’s advice?

“Even if no one’s coming after you yet, do this now. It’s cheaper. Cleaner. More effective.”

The best poison pill is swallowed before the poison arrives.

🎧 Watch the full episode now for an essential playbook on surviving the unthinkable — without going bankrupt.

Because the price of greatness is responsibility, and the cost of inaction is everything you’ve built.

Bernadette Brennan of SERHANT. on Why Tough Conversations Save Transactions

The Price of Ego: Real Estate, Emotion & What It Takes to Get the Deal Done

In today’s market, the highest price doesn’t win — the real price does.

And often, that price is shaped not by appraisals or comps, but by emotion, ego, and timing.

In this powerful episode of Confronting the Impossible, Leo Jacobs sits down with Bernadette Brennan, Head of Commercial at SERHANT., for a behind-the-scenes look at what really drives commercial real estate deals in a distressed market.

Leading with Truth in a World Full of Denial

Bernadette isn’t your typical broker. She doesn’t sugarcoat. She doesn’t let clients dream themselves into foreclosure. And she sure as hell doesn’t avoid the hard questions:

“Don’t try to be a hero and let me deal with the bank. Be honest. Let’s solve this together.”

That mindset has made her one of the most trusted brokers in New York’s luxury commercial market — and a go-to partner for lawyers handling distressed assets.

From post-COVID defaults to overleveraged investors, Bernadette breaks down why brokers who ignore distress are setting their clients up to fail.

She tells the story of a $60M listing that should’ve gone to market at $40M.

A full year of price reductions — and finally selling at the exact price she predicted in month one.

Leo shares a brutal anecdote: a billion-dollar building now worth just $45M after injecting $150M in equity. Why?

“Because he couldn’t afford to pay his ex-wife’s bills anymore. That’s when he finally appraised his greed.”

Real estate isn’t just about bricks and ROI. It’s about relationships, reputation, and sometimes — ruin. This episode unpacks how personal obligations and emotional legacy shape decisions more than numbers ever could.

When Emotion Enters the Room, Logic Exits

From estate litigation between siblings to sellers who refuse to acknowledge debt, the stories here are raw and very real.

Bernadette reveals how she acts as a neutral third-party liaison to help emotionally entangled families, bitter partners, and overwhelmed landlords come to terms — and move forward.

“Sometimes your job isn’t just selling the building. It’s restoring enough trust for a transaction to even happen.”

This Market Rewards Urgency — Not Over-Penciling

“While you’re over-underwriting, someone else is buying. This is our moment — for us, for our families, for generational wealth.”

🎧 Watch the full episode now for a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the role of emotional intelligence in commercial real estate.

If you're dealing with default, ego, or indecision — this is the perspective shift you didn’t know you needed.

From Billionaire Bailouts to Saturday Night Negotiations — What Real Estate Litigation Actually Looks Like Behind the Curtain

What does it really mean to “go to litigation”?

Litigation Isn’t the Fire — It’s the Fire Escape: Lessons from Adam Sherman

According to Adam Sherman — head of the Business Litigation department at Jacobs PC — if you’re asking that question, you’re probably already in it.

In this episode of Confronting the Impossible, Leo Jacobs sits down with Adam Sherman for a candid, brutal, and eye-opening look into the high-stakes world of real estate and business litigation. From saving billion-dollar portfolios to exposing dangerous deals — this episode unpacks the mindset and strategy it takes to survive (and win) in court.

You’re Already in Litigation — You Just Don’t Know It

One of Adam’s core messages is deceptively simple:

"You're in litigation the moment there's a semi-serious disagreement."

Most business owners think litigation starts when they get served. But as Adam explains, the posture and paper trail months before a lawsuit are what ultimately shape the outcome. In one major case, Adam reviewed months of transactional emails and spotted the beginning of litigation long before court papers were filed.

His advice? Get litigators involved early — before the bleeding starts.

The Billion-Dollar Client Who Dodged a Collapse

In one of the most powerful stories, Adam recounts a client with an $8 billion portfolio. When 20% of that portfolio fell into distress, he was slammed with receivership motions and orders to show cause.

Because he came to Jacobs PC early, Adam and the team stalled the receivership for 10 months — enough time to stabilize the property and regain leverage.

“We turned a cardiac arrest into a clean discharge in two months,” Adam says.

Transactional attorneys don’t escape scrutiny here. Adam pulls no punches:

“These guys want to close the deal, so they push, push, push — until they push the client off a cliff.”

In one chilling example, a client was shocked to find out he had signed a full personal guarantee on a multimillion-dollar deal. He had no idea. When the team printed and highlighted the documents, his first reaction was:

Litigation Isn’t a Waste — It’s Leverage

Adam calls litigation an economic strategy, not a last resort. Waiting too long costs more. Acting early can mean negotiating better terms, stalling enforcement, or flipping the power dynamic.

“We’ve had default interest waived for years, simply because we knew when to push and how.”

Adam compares the Jacobs PC litigation team to trauma surgeons. Most clients come in asking for help with a single problem — but they’re already in multi-organ failure.

“You think you’ve got a sprained ankle, but we see a heart attack on the way.”

They don’t do patchwork. They go macro. And they’ve advised on over $5 billion in distressed assets in just the past 27 months.

The Style? Hyper-Aggressive. Always Strategic.

Adam wraps the conversation with his litigation philosophy:

“Punches are flying in this market. If you don’t punch back, you’ll get hit.”

His strategy is about timing — knowing when to be aggressive, when to posture, and when to negotiate. But one thing’s clear: in today’s market, inaction is a death sentence.

🎧 Watch the full episode for real stories, raw strategy, and a behind-the-scenes look at how real estate litigation works at the highest level.

If you’re in business, you’re already in the ring. Make sure you know how to fight.

Jacobs PC has been retained to represent LuxUrban Hotel Group, including its officers, directors, and employees, in connection with a series of ongoing legal matters.

Jacobs PC Represents LuxUrban Hotel Group in Ongoing Legal Matters

Jacobs PC has been retained to represent LuxUrban Hotel Group

NEW YORK, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jacobs PC has been retained to represent LuxUrban Hotel Group, including its officers, directors, and employees, in connection with a series of ongoing legal matters. The firm is advising LuxUrban during a broader "Defense and Resolution Period," aimed at responsibly addressing disputes and reinforcing the company's long-term mission and values.

As a post-COVID, high-growth hospitality company, LuxUrban has faced the complex realities that often accompany accelerated expansion. The company acknowledges that, along the way, it has made missteps. Early structural and financing complexities added to these growing pains, presenting additional headwinds that the company has continually worked diligently to navigate. Still, LuxUrban remains committed to meeting its obligations and honoring its responsibilities to employees, guests, landlords, investors, lenders, and the broader community.

LuxUrban employs hundreds of union workers in New York City and pays tens of millions of dollars annually in wages, related taxes, and rent. In addition, landlords are currently holding onto millions of dollars in cash security that LuxUrban has deposited to secure its leasehold interests—despite allegations to the contrary. These funds remain with the landlords and are available to support and protect the integrity of those lease agreements.

"We do not comment on pending litigation, but we believe firmly in the importance of fairness, accuracy, and due process. Our focus remains on resolution through legal procedure, not headlines," said Leo Jacobs, Founder of Jacobs PC.

Recent claims have included inflated allegations, including the compounding of late fees, penalties, and interest to manufacture outsized figures that do not reflect LuxUrban's actual financial or legal position. While the company acknowledges areas for improvement, it cautions against the public dissemination of exaggerated or misleading narratives.

Jacobs PC will pursue a fact-based, transparent legal process and encourages all stakeholders to reserve judgment until such facts are properly evaluated.

Despite challenges, LuxUrban continues to advance its mission of delivering accessible, short-term hotel accommodations in major urban markets. With the guidance of counsel and the support of its partners, the company remains committed to emerging from this period stronger, more transparent, and aligned with its core responsibilities.

Original Article can be found here https://www.prweb.com/releases/jacobs-pc-represents-luxurban-hotel-group-in-ongoing-legal-matters-302462748.html

Always consult with legal experts. If you have any concerns or questions, please contact us today to speak with one of our expert business law attorneys.

Good luck to any lender seeking to foreclose on AB Capstone’s Meir Babaev.

Third time’s not the charm: Meir Babaev escapes $40M foreclosure

A judge denied a third foreclosure attempt on Babaev’s medical office property in Queens’ Bellerose Manor neighborhood.

The judge put the kibosh on the latest attempt by lender Broadfield Realty Capital to foreclose on the 90,000-square-foot property at 251-77 Jericho Turnpike. The judge said the lender is seeking to get a “second bite at the apple.”

The court also shut down the lender’s attempt to appoint a receiver.

The judge’s order means the case against Babaev and his affiliated entities will likely have to go to trial unless a settlement can be reached. The length and time of going to trial could prove costly for the lender.

Judge Maurice Muir said a “party seeking summary judgment should anticipate having to lay bare its proof and should not expect that it’ll readily be granted a second or third chance.”

“The ruling reinforces that lenders must meet basic legal standards before attempting to seize property,” said Leo Jacobs of Jacobs PC, who represented Babaev. “We’re proud to continue protecting our client’s rights and look forward to a full dismissal of the case in the near future.”

Jacobs said the lender claims the loan balance now exceeds $40 million with interest.

The saga dates back to 2021. Then, original lender Jovia Financial alleged that Meir Babaev, Albert Babaev and Daniel Babaev and their affiliated entities had defaulted on a $23.5 million loan secured by the property at 251-73/77 Jericho Turnpike.

A year later, Jovia assigned the loan to real estate private equity firm Turret Equities. In 2023, the judge struck down Turret’s motion for summary judgment to foreclose on the property and take it over. The court also denied Turret’s request to appoint a receiver.

The loan was eventually assigned to the aggressive lender Madison Realty Capital in 2023, according to property records. The foreclosure against the property remained pending. And in 2025, Madison sold the loan to Broadfield Realty. Shortly thereafter, the judge denied another motion to appoint a receiver and to allow Broadfield to foreclose on the property.

An attorney for the lender did not return a request to comment.

Original Article can be found here https://therealdeal.com/new-york/2025/05/12/meir-babaev-escapes-40m-foreclosure/

At this year’s Real Deal New York Forum, held in the heart of New York City, Jacobs P.C. created an unforgettable Activation Lounge experience. 

TheRealDeal v2-2 (1).png

The 2025 TRD NYC Forum tackled the most important debates shaping the future of New York City real estate. With insights from top executives, insiders, and industry experts, the program delivered cutting-edge discussions—from the resurgence of the office market and upcoming development opportunities to the real estate implications of the next mayoral race.

Special fireside chats and panels lit up the stage in front of a packed live audience. If you brought a notebook, you left with pages of insights. This was more than an event—it was a pulse check on the future of real estate in NYC.

The Real Deal Events: Where Deals are Made

From coast to coast, The Real Deal hosts expos, executive-level experiences, and bespoke events that connect real estate professionals with the dealmakers who move the market.

As proud sponsors, Jacobs PC was honored to debut the Activation Lounge, a fully immersive brand experience created by NANO. From the emerald green velvet seating and gold-accented decor to our live cigar roller, photo booth, and custom podcast studio, we aimed to create a space that not only stood out—but brought people together.

A Lounge Unlike Anything the Forum Had Seen Before

From morning coffees to spontaneous interviews, quiet chats to vibrant group discussions, the Lounge became the place to be-an experience where ideas flowed and relationships were sparked.

And the best part? It wasn’t just about Jacobs P.C. It was about all of you-the developers, brokers, investors, lenders, innovators, and disruptors who dropped by, stayed awhile, and helped turn the Lounge into something special.

To everyone who stopped by to chat, grab a coffee, record a moment, or simply take it all in—thank you. Your energy and enthusiasm made the space come alive. ~ Leo Jacobs

We’ve pulled together a few of our favorite moments from the day:
📸 Click here to view the event gallery
(Feel free to share and tag us—we’d love to see your memories too!)

🎙️ If you enjoyed the experience, don’t miss what comes next:

Subscribe to our new podcast "Confronting The Impossible with Leo Jacobs"—where we dive deep into the untold stories behind commercial real estate, business turnarounds, and the bold moves that defy the odds.

Discover how Eli Karp, founder of Hello Living, built a $500M real estate empire from scratch-and what happened when it all began to collapse.

From Special Ed Teacher to Real Estate Empire: Eli Karp’s Rise, Fall & Fight to Rebuild

Building from $25,000 to a Half Billion: The Hello Living Story

How does a special ed teacher with zero real estate experience build a $500 million real estate empire? In the latest episode of Confronting the Impossible, Leo Jacobs sits down with Eli Karp, founder and CEO of Hello Living, for an extraordinary journey through grit, growth, betrayal and the relentless pursuit of vision.

From humble beginnings in Brooklyn to developing one of the most recognizable residential brands in New York real estate, Eli shares how he built not just buildings-but entire communities.

The Genesis: From Traffic Jams to Visionary Development

It all began in 2005, with Eli commuting through run-down Brooklyn neighborhoods as a special education teacher. Inspired by the empty lots and aging storefronts he passed daily, Eli took a leap of faith. He scraped together $25,000 - even borrowing from credit cards meant for debt payments - to lock in his first property: 925 Pacific Street.

He had no architecture experience. No real estate resume. Just a passion for creating - and an idea: build luxury where no one else dared.

The success of his first project, Pacific Blue, wasn’t just about floor plans. Eli’s obsession with shared amenities, community-building, and unique architectural design led to the birth of Hello Living - a new kind of residential experience.

While most developers stuck to cookie-cutter units, Eli built high-ceiling, flow-through apartments with a communal vision: "Say Hello to a New Way of Living."

As blogs and publications started recognizing his impact, Eli didn't just build homes - he built a brand. Residents, investors, and even local business owners began following his developments. Some investors even used Hello Living projects as beacons for their own commercial ventures nearby.

And it worked. Prices skyrocketed. Buildings sold for $600–$650 per foot, outpacing the original projections by nearly double.

The Price of Partnership: Freedom vs. Control

Not everything was smooth. Eli’s first major investor -"Tony"- funded his dream but later tried to control it, treating Eli as an employee rather than a partner. Eli eventually walked away from properties, profits, and partnerships - buying his freedom to reclaim his vision.

Lesson? Never start without a signed agreement, no matter how excited they seem.

Hello Living Expands - and So Does the Risk

From 2012 to 2020, Hello Living exploded across Brooklyn - Crown Heights, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Downtown Brooklyn - developing up to 15-story buildings with private elevators, shared amenities, and units designed down to the square inch.

The podcast takes a sobering turn as Eli reveals the darker side of real estate finance-predatory lenders, note-buying, and alleged strategic defaults.

One lender, Madison Realty Capital, allegedly bought his performing loans, delayed funding, and then backdated a default, demanding millions more in interest. This triggered legal and financial chaos, jeopardizing years of work.

This episode isn’t just about real estate-it’s a case study in entrepreneurship, resilience, and the emotional cost of ambition.

✅ Great brands are born from great vision

✅ Bad contracts can destroy good businesses

✅ Debt is not just money-it’s leverage, risk, and control

✅ Success means nothing if you can’t protect it

Whether you're just starting out or managing a portfolio worth millions, this conversation will challenge how you think about growth, risk, and resilience.

🎧 Watch the full episode for a rare, brutally honest look behind the curtain of New York real estate and what it takes to build something that lasts.

From Fifth Avenue to the Trenches: Leo Jacobs of Jacobs PC Redefines Real Estate Resilience

In the heart of New York City, where deals shape skylines, Leo Jacobs, Founder and CEO of Jacobs PC, stands as a wartime general in the legal real estate battlefield. From his perch atop 717 Fifth Avenue—with the iconic Trump Building and St. Patrick’s Cathedral framing his backdrop—Leo specializes in restructuring debt, equity, litigation, and advising top real estate clients navigating some of the industry’s toughest storms. Representing 15 million square feet of distressed assets across the city, his firm doesn’t chase the glitzy headlines of billion-dollar trades. Instead, Jacobs PC thrives in the shadows of distress, turning negative tides into legacies of triumph.

Leo Jacobs didn’t stumble into the legal world—he was forged in it. His career began in the gritty streets of Bushwick, Brooklyn, as general counsel for a fix-and-flip shop. At age 26, he cut his teeth dismissing residential mortgages, working on properties ranging from $1 million to $3 million. “We made a lot of money there,” he told Traded, reflecting on those early days under a boss who scooped up distressed one- to twenty-family buildings. That experience wasn’t just a job but a masterclass in resilience, negotiation, and the raw mechanics of real estate recovery.

Leo transitioned to the commercial sphere from those humble beginnings, scaling his expertise to tackle $50 million mortgages and beyond. Today, Jacobs PC occupies a 10,000-square-foot powerhouse on Fifth Avenue, with three divisions—bankruptcy, restructuring, and litigation—serving as a lifeline for clients facing financial upheaval. “The inspiration was practical,” Leo explained. “I was good at what I did in a residential context, so I transferred my skills to a commercial context and built something bigger.” That “something bigger” is now a firm that doesn’t just fix problems—it restores the legacies of the giants of New York City real estate.

New York real estate is a game of extremes—dizzying highs and crushing lows. While Traded often celebrates the “zero to one” victories—multibillion-dollar deals lighting up Fifth, Sixth, and Eighth Avenues—Leo Jacobs operates in the uncharted territory of “negative one to zero.” His clients aren’t buying trophy towers but fighting to keep them. “We don’t do what you advertise and post,” he told Traded, “You’ve got TradedNY posting all real estate transactions and deals and highlighting people and their work most compellingly; we’ve got Traded Bankruptcy.”

Jacobs PC steps in where others falter, offering what Leo calls “leverage.” Whether it’s restructuring a $200 million upside-down skyscraper or negotiating a borrower modification, Leo bridges litigation and transactions with a surgeon’s precision. “You go from macro—wiping out negative $100 million—to micro, where the devil is in the details,” he said. It’s a tightrope walk between a litigious stance and a handshake, and Leo walks it masterfully.

Leo’s proudest moments aren’t measured in headlines but in legacies preserved. He shared two standout cases with Traded.

Jacobs P.C. Lawyers

Meet the team

Distress Is Strategy: Leo Jacobs Live at the ReDeal Forum 2025

The Distressed Game You’re Not Playing — But Should Be

The Personal Poison Pill: Asset Protection in the Age of Distress

Company

Evidence

Get in touch

Elsewhere