Milbank LLP has once again been recognized in the Chambers USA 2026 New York table for its leadership in Real Estate: Mainly Corporate & Finance. The firm also earned a first‑time ranking in the nationwide Real Estate category. Chambers USA ranks leading law firms and attorneys based on in-depth analysis by a team of experienced researchers and provides objective guidance on an international scale.
In addition to the Real Estate group’s ranking, the following Milbank attorneys in the practice are recognized as leaders in their field:
- Erwin Dweck, partner and practice group leader (Band 2, 15 years ranked). Clients note that “Erwin is super thoughtful and commercial…smart and thorough.”
- Kevin O’Shea, consulting partner (Senior Statesperson, 17 years ranked). He continues to be recognized for his longstanding leadership and deep experience in the market.
- Yaakov Sheinfeld, partner (Band 2, 13 years ranked). Interviewees describe him as “extremely commercial and easy to work with,” adding that “Yaakov acts as my legal quarterback; he makes sure everything is synthesized and organized,” and “he is very smart, very detail‑oriented and a very strong advocate for our positions.”
- Jonathan Karl, partner (Up and Coming, three years ranked). Clients praise him as “extremely sophisticated counsel that requires very little client guidance on transactional matters.”
