Eric Reissi | People | Bilzin Sumberg

GET TO KNOW ERIC

Eric Reissi is an attorney in the Real Estate Practice Group. His practice is focused on real estate finance, commercial mortgage-backed securities, purchase and sale transactions, and other commercial real estate transactions, including affordable housing and commercial leasing. He handles contract drafting, due diligence, and more. Before starting his legal career, Eric obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Political Science & Criminology from the University of Miami and proudly served in the United States Marine Corps as an Air Defense Officer, where he planned, coordinated, and managed air defense operations overseas.

Q & A

How do your military experience and training enhance your legal career?

Serving as a Marine Corps officer was an honor and privilege unlike no other. The intangible skills I gained from this experience have proven to be invaluable to my practice and our firm’s clients. For example, attorneys must exercise solid project management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously with conflicting priorities, demands, and timelines. The same is true for Marines. As a Marine officer, I gained tremendous confidence in leading Marines, managing conflicting demands, and working with others to creatively resolve issues. As an attorney, I use these same skills to identify issues, find solutions, overcome obstacles, and close deals for our clients.

What is your approach to becoming a successful real estate attorney?

I strive to be as well-rounded as possible to add value to our clients. Because the real estate market is dynamic and ever-changing, we must always be prepared to meet our client’s evolving needs and resolve unforeseen obstacles. I also enjoy the fast-paced nature of real estate transactions and the abundance of opportunities for professional growth. Every transaction presents unique challenges, and I enjoy working with our clients to devise creative strategies to help them accomplish their goals.