Elise Wagner

Elise has been recognized by Chambers USA (2019 – 2024), Legal 500 US (2012, 2014 – 2018), Best Lawyers (2011 – 2021) and New York Super Lawyers (2007 – 2024). Chambers sources have described her as “outstanding in her ability to communicate and in her understanding of zoning laws, and [she] provides excellent insight and advice”; as being “very strong technically, very responsive and down to earth, which is critical in public settings”; and as a lawyer who “takes a creative approach to challenging issues” and “is very practical [and] looks for solutions.” Sources have noted that she is “a fabulous lawyer, adviser and mentor [who] has been an integral part of our team” and is “easily able to sort through complex issues and help chart a course to get the deal done.” Clients recently reported to Chambers that Elise is “an excellent land use attorney and very creative in her approach to challenging issues,” “a terrific partner,” “thorough and very responsive” and “has her finger on the pulse of NYC land use and is very much value added to any transaction.”

Elise was featured in the 2019 “Women in Real Estate, Professional Services” Spotlight by the New York Real Estate Journal and was named to Crain’s New York Business’ 2019 “Notable Women in Law” list. In 2021, Elise was honored as WX Woman of the Year at the annual WX New York Women Executives in Real Estate gala. In 2023, Elise was one of the Lifetime Achievement Award honorees at City & State New York and AARP’s annual 50 Over 50 Awards: The Age Disruptors. Elise was also named to City & State New York’s 2023 “50 Over 50” list.