John S. Stolz
About John S. Stolz
John S. Stolz is a Partner and Chair of the Real Estate Practice at Lowenstein Sandler LLP, where he has worked since 2005. He specializes in providing strategic guidance to owners and operators of multi-family, industrial, and retail portfolios, and has extensive experience in financing and development entitlements.
Work at Lowenstein Sandler LLP
John S. Stolz has served as a Partner and Chair of the Real Estate Practice at Lowenstein Sandler LLP since 2005. His tenure spans 19 years, during which he has established a significant presence in the New York and New Jersey markets. Stolz provides strategic guidance to owners and operators of multi-family, industrial, and retail portfolios. His role involves counseling borrowers in securing financing from various institutional lenders, including CMBS lenders, life companies, and pension funds. He also assists clients in obtaining necessary development entitlements from local government agencies.
Previous Experience at Connell Foley LLP
Prior to joining Lowenstein Sandler LLP, John S. Stolz worked as an Associate at Connell Foley LLP from 2000 to 2005. During his five years at Connell Foley, he gained valuable experience in real estate law and developed a strong foundation in legal practices related to real estate transactions.
Education and Expertise
John S. Stolz earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Rutgers University, where he studied from 1989 to 1993. He furthered his education at Seton Hall University School of Law, obtaining his Juris Doctor degree from 1994 to 1997. Stolz's educational background provides him with a solid understanding of both legal and political frameworks, enhancing his expertise in real estate law and financing.
Real Estate Financing and Joint Ventures
Stolz has extensive experience with agency financing arrangements, particularly through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. He represents clients in the formation of joint ventures and the deployment of private equity, facilitating strategic partnerships and investment opportunities in the real estate sector. His work involves navigating complex financial structures to support his clients' objectives.