Jean Patrick (“JP”) Raynal is an associate in A.Y. Strauss’ Real Estate Group, where he represents institutional investors, financial institutions, REITs, landlords, tenants, developers, and sponsors in a broad range of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions. His practice includes commercial leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, secured financings, sale-leaseback transactions, and general asset management matters involving office, industrial, retail, multifamily, and mixed-use properties throughout the United States.

JP has significant experience negotiating commercial leases on behalf of both landlords and tenants, including headquarters relocations, industrial warehouse leases, retail leasing, lease restructurings, subleases, and portfolio leasing matters. He also regularly advises clients on complex acquisitions and dispositions, portfolio transactions, lender and borrower financings, due diligence, title and closing matters, and other strategic real estate transactions.

Before joining A.Y. Strauss, JP practiced at an international law firm, where he represented leading financial institutions, REITs, logistics companies, retailers, and commercial real estate owners in transactions spanning multiple jurisdictions. Earlier in his career, he served as a legal intern for the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.

Known for his practical, responsive approach, JP works closely with clients to understand their business objectives and provide thoughtful, efficient counsel that helps move transactions forward while protecting their interests.

Honors & Recognitions

• New York Metro Super Lawyers, Rising Stars – Real Estate (2025–2026)
• Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch – Real Estate Law (2027)

Languages

• English (Native)
• French (Fluent)
• Portuguese (Proficient)