Overview
Gianni Corleone is an associate in the Real Estate practice of Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s New York office.
Gianni advises clients on a broad range of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, restructurings, joint ventures, development matters and complex real estate investments across multiple asset classes.
Gianni has significant experience representing financial institutions, developers, sponsors, investors and other market participants in connection with mortgage, mezzanine and construction financings, as well as portfolio and multi-property transactions involving mixed-use, hospitality, multifamily, office, retail and other commercial assets. Her practice also includes sponsor-side and equity transactions and development-related matters.
Gianni also has experience advising clients on zoning and land use matters, including development approvals and related regulatory considerations.
Prior to joining Paul Hastings, Gianni practiced at an international law firm where she focused on commercial real estate finance and development matters.
Accolades
- Ones to Watch, Land Use and Zoning Law, Best Lawyers (2021-26)
- Ones to Watch, Real Estate, Best Lawyers (2023-26)
Education
- Rutgers University, School of Law, J.D., 2015
- Rutgers University, dual B.A. in political science and planning and public policy, with honors, 2011
Representations
- A global shipping company in the disposition of commercial real estate assets in New York City.
- A private equity and investment firm in the construction financing and refinancing of mixed-use developments in Miami, Florida.
- A nationwide developer in obtaining zoning and land use approvals for the development of truck storage facilities in Newark, New Jersey.
- A multinational investment bank and financial services holding company in a securitized refinancing of a portfolio of hospitality assets located throughout the United States and the Caribbean.
- A real estate investment management company in connection with the refinancing of a worldwide luxury hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.
Engagement & Publications
- “Negotiating Real Estate Loan Extensions and Modifications,” American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education’s The Practical Real Estate Lawyer, Co-Author, September 2024