Slater & Beckerman is a New York City law firm specializing in zoning, land use, construction permitting and municipal law. We are a small firm with extensive experience in our practice areas. Prior to entering private practice in 1997, our partners, Carole S. Slater and Stuart Beckerman, worked for several decades in New York City government, learning our practice areas from the inside. We take pride in the quality of our work, the personal attention we give our clients, and the fierce advocacy we bring to our projects.
Recent Highlights
- Carole Slater voted 2009 NYC Super Lawyer for a second year.
- Secured BSA variances for two major New York City hospitals, including a 600 car parking garage, a major enlargement and an ambulatory care facility.
- Received multi-site permitting on behalf of Northrop Grumman IT to construct 13 cell towers for a city-wide public safety wireless network.
- Granted appeals to complete construction for hotels in Lower Manhattan and Queens.
- Received favorable determinations from the Buildings Department for major outdoor advertising sign companies.
- Received an approval from the Landmarks Preservation Commission for a rooftop enlargement on a large upper west side apartment building.
- Obtained City Planning approvals for open air cafes for two prominent Manhattan restaurants and modifications to privately owned public space.
61 Broadway, Suite 1801
New York, New York 10006
Tel. 212.391.8045
Fax 212.391.8047