**New York People and Company News — Week of August 15, 2025**
**Cresa Expands with New Data Center Capital Markets and Advisory Team**
Cresa has announced that one of the nation’s leading data center capital markets teams has joined the firm. Michael Morris, along with Sumner Putnam and Matt Deutsch—formerly with Newmark—have come on board to launch a dedicated Data Center Capital Markets and Advisory platform. This new platform will offer comprehensive services, including advisory, planning, transaction structuring, tenant and landlord representation, and capital markets solutions for major data center projects.
Morris, a recognized leader in the data center real estate sector, has completed over 1,000 transactions across more than 50 markets worldwide. He will lead the new service line from Cresa’s New York City office, with support teams positioned nationally.
**Matthews Real Estate Expands Retail Division in New York**
Matthews Real Estate Investment Services has appointed Matthew Fogel as Vice President, where he will specialize in landlord and tenant representation within the retail sector. This strategic hire marks the launch of the firm’s Retail Leasing Division in its New York office, further strengthening Matthews’ presence in the region.
**Brian Carcaterra Returns to Newmark in Stamford Office**
Newmark has welcomed back Brian Carcaterra as an Executive Managing Director in the company’s Stamford, Connecticut office. Carcaterra brings with him two decades of experience in both brokerage and ownership. In his new role, he will focus on office tenant and landlord representation, along with strategic advisory services across markets in Fairfield and Westchester counties. Carcaterra first began his career at Newmark in 2003.
**Gibson Dunn Adds David L. Perechocky to Real Estate Practice**
Gibson Dunn has announced the addition of David L. Perechocky to its New York office. Joining as a partner in the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group and Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Industry Group, Perechocky brings extensive experience in advising REITs, private equity real estate sponsors, and other real estate-focused entities on complex transactional matters.
**Scarinci Hollenbeck Strengthens Real Estate and Litigation Teams**
Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC has expanded its capabilities in real estate and litigation with the addition of four New York City-based attorneys. Ryan Miller joins the firm as a partner, celebrated for his dual expertise in litigation and real estate transactions. In addition, Carolyn Kruk, Eric LaMons, and Scott Koop have joined as counsel, further enhancing the firm’s legal services in these key areas.
**Deborah E. Riegel of Rosenberg & Estis Recognized by Chambers USA**
Deborah E. Riegel, a member of the Litigation Department at Rosenberg & Estis, P.C., has been ranked by Chambers USA for the third consecutive year. Known for her expertise in high-stakes real estate and rent regulatory litigation, Riegel handles complex matters under New York’s Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act (HSTPA), class actions, and commercial contract disputes. The recognition underscores her continued excellence and leadership in the field.
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