NEW YORK, June 3, 2026 – Thomas Wechsler, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Real Estate Practice, has been named one of CRE’s Aspiring Leaders of 2026 by GlobeSt. The honor recognizes young professionals under the age of 40 in the commercial real estate industry. Selected individuals distinguish themselves through strong track records, innovative thinking, and meaningful contributions to their organizations and the broader industry.

The 2026 honorees were chosen by a panel of industry leaders based on their professional achievements, the impact of their work, their commitment to advancing the industry, and their dedication to high ethical standards, service, and excellence.

Wechsler advises developers, operating companies, and investors across the capital stack on a broad spectrum of real estate transactions. He routinely handles complex joint ventures and real estate private equity investments, ground leases, mortgage and mezzanine financings, sale-leasebacks and other net lease transactions, and acquisitions and dispositions. With over a decade of experience at Am Law Top 10 law firms and having served as in-house general counsel for a New York real estate investment and development company, Wechsler possesses a deep understanding of both the legal and business aspects of real estate development and investment. He has been involved in some of New York City's most significant development projects, including the World Trade Center and the Moynihan Train Hall.

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