Kristen Liang
Associate
New York
kliang@goulstonstorrs.com+1 212 878 5037Kristen Liang
Associate, New York
kliang@goulstonstorrs.com+1 212 878 5037Related Expertise
When owners and developers build large, complex commercial real estate projects, they choose to work with Kristen Liang on a range of related construction matters.
Kristen counsels clients throughout the lifecycle of their projects, which includes drafting and negotiating both AIA and bespoke construction and design contracts to meet client and project-specific needs, and advising clients on construction delay and defect claims.
She advises on the development of mixed-use retail, commercial and residential assets as well as condominium and infrastructure initiatives. Her experience includes drafting and negotiating commercial condominium documents, ground leases, licenses, easements, and development agreements in both private and public/private settings.
Kristen also advises on leasing matters in both the office and retail spaces, which includes drafting and negotiating leases, lease amendments, brokerage agreements, SNDAs, and other ancillary agreements.
Kristen is also fluent in Cantonese and Classical Latin.
Related Representative Matters
New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and the City of New York in connection with a strategic land swap agreement with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. The agreement granted NYCEDC control over 122 acres of Brooklyn's coastline, paving the way for the revitalization of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a dynamic maritime port and vibrant community hub of housing, retail, and green space. In return, the Port Authority will acquire the City's 225-acre section of the Howland Hook Marine Terminal on Staten Island, consolidating full control of Howland Hook for future expansion.
Hennick & Company, Inc., a private investment firm founded by the Hennick Family, in its US$153 million acquisition of commercial condominium units at the Bridge Tower Condominium located at 401 East 60th Street. Leased to The Home Depot, the property measures over 120,000 square feet on four levels with highly sought-after ceiling heights, limited obstructions, abundant loading, and underground parking – the property is one of the largest retail spaces on the island of Manhattan.
Admissions
- New York
Education
New York University School of Law ( J.D. , 2020 )
New York University ( B.A. , 2016 )