Ivan Schonfeld advises clients on land use regulation and development in New York City and assists them in obtaining zoning changes, special permits, variances and other discretionary actions from the city’s various land use regulatory agencies. Trained as a city planner, Mr. Schonfeld brings wide-ranging experience and expertise in zoning, land use, urban design and community relations to his position.  Prior to joining the firm, he worked for the New York City Department of City Planning, where he led a team of planners in managing rezoning actions, development projects and planning studies. Mr. Schonfeld’s master's degree is in city and regional planning.

Bar and Court Admissions

Education

Pratt Institute, M.S., 2004

Tufts University, B.A., magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, 1997

New York University, Professional Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Investment, 2009

Civic Involvement and Honors

• American Institute of Certified Planners
• Municipal Art Society
• American Planning Association