Abrams Fensterman, LLP is proud to share that Brooklyn Litigation Partner, Mordecai Geisler, was quoted in Crain’s New York Business in connection with ongoing litigation involving the firm’s client, Bryant Park Grill.
The article explores the dispute surrounding the future of one of New York City’s most prominent restaurant locations, including legal challenges related to lease renewal, operator selection, and competing business interests.
A High-Stakes Dispute at the Intersection of Real Estate and Hospitality
The litigation centers on the potential replacement of the Bryant Park Grill—one of the highest-grossing restaurants in the United States, following a contested bid process and the expiration of its lease. The matter has drawn significant public and media attention due to the scale of the business involved and the visibility of the Bryant Park location.
Representing the Grill’s owner, Abrams Fensterman is actively involved in complex litigation addressing claims related to the bidding process, lease rights, and broader commercial considerations.
In the article, Geisler commented on recent developments impacting the proposed replacement operator:
“Perhaps Seaport is hesitant to execute a lease because, just last month, its ‘crown-jewel’ Jean-Georges-operated restaurant in the Tin Building located at the South Street Seaport finally closed, after hemorrhaging tens of millions of dollars for years,” said Geisler. “Instead of a new restaurant, Seaport now plans to turn the site into a ‘balloon museum.’“
Recognized Advocacy in Complex Commercial Litigation
Mordecai Geisler is a Partner in Abrams Fensterman’s Commercial Litigation Department, where he represents clients in complex commercial disputes involving contract issues, real estate, fiduciary obligations, and high-value business conflicts.
His practice includes representing major companies, financial institutions, and organizations in high-stakes litigation and arbitration matters across New York.
Read the full article from Crain’s New York Business.
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