Richard A. Levine – Wilmington, DE

Authority in Commercial Real Estate and Business Law

Richard A. Levine is a partner at the prestigious Delaware law firm of Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP. Practicing from the firm’s headquarters in the historic Daniel L. Herrmann Courthouse on Rodney Square, Mr. Levine is recognized as one of the state’s leading authorities on real estate and commercial transactions. With a career spanning decades, he has earned the highest peer rating of AV Preeminent from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting his legal ability and ethical standards.

Mr. Levine’s practice is essential for developers, lenders, and business owners operating in Delaware’s dynamic economic landscape. He does not merely handle transactions; he structures them to withstand scrutiny and maximize value. His expertise extends beyond simple property transfers to complex financing arrangements, commercial leasing for shopping centers and office parks, and the intricate opinions of counsel often required in multi-state business deals.

Specialized Practice Areas

Richard A. Levine offers deep expertise in areas critical to the commercial sector:

• Commercial Real Estate: Representing buyers, sellers, and developers in the acquisition and disposition of significant assets, including industrial properties and retail complexes.
• Business Formation and Governance: Advising on the creation of Delaware entities such as LLCs and partnerships, ensuring they are structured to provide the liability protection and flexibility Delaware is known for.
• Delaware Legal Opinions: Providing third-party legal opinions for national and international transactions, a niche service essential for closing major financing deals involving Delaware entities.
• Landlord-Tenant Law: Negotiating complex commercial leases and resolving disputes between property owners and corporate tenants.

A Pillar of the Legal Community

Beyond his client work, Mr. Levine has been a dedicated servant to the Delaware legal profession, having served on the Board of Bar Examiners and as a long-time editor of Delaware Lawyer magazine. This deep engagement ensures he remains at the forefront of legal developments.

The office at 1000 North King Street places Mr. Levine at the center of Wilmington’s legal and financial hub. Clients visiting the firm are welcomed into a landmark building that blends historic grandeur with modern legal efficiency. Whether you are a local entrepreneur looking to lease your first workspace or a national corporation needing a Delaware opinion letter, Richard A. Levine possesses the technical mastery and practical wisdom to guide you to success.