Alan Schnurman

Real Estate Investor, Attorney, Broker, Author of "I Can, I Will, I Must"

Alan Schnurman is a prominent figure in the real estate industry, known for his extensive experience as an investor, attorney, and broker in the Hamptons and New York City.

With a legal background from the firm Zalman Schnurman & Miner, where he was a founding partner, Alan gained recognition through the PBS TV Legal news program 'Lawline' which he established in 1983 and ran for 28 years.

Over his career spanning 35 years, Alan has been involved in purchasing, developing, and selling significant properties across various sectors including land development, multi-family, hospitality, retail, mixed-use, and office properties in locations such as the Hamptons, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hudson Valley, New Jersey, Saratoga Springs, and Aspen.

Having retired from a successful four-decade tenure as a trial attorney, Alan transitioned to real estate brokerage, joining Saunders & Associates. He has been honored with the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' by the NYC Trial Lawyers Association.

In the digital realm, Alan founded Lawline.com, a pioneering platform for Continuing Legal Education, offering a vast array of courses and boasting a large faculty and credit completion count.

Alan's expertise has been sought by various media outlets such as the Today Show, Good Morning America, and major publications including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Post for his insights on real estate and legal matters.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Alan remains dedicated to his physical well-being, following a vegan lifestyle, exercising daily, participating in marathons, and undertaking adventurous treks in locations like the Everest Region, Inca Trail, Patagonia, and more.

A native of Brooklyn, Alan holds a Doctor of Law degree from New York Law School and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Brooklyn College. He is actively involved with New York Law School as a Trustee and has established a scholarship in honor of his late mother Ruth.

Alan is also a published author, with the book 'I Can, I Will, I Must' available at ICIWIMust.com. He has held roles at Lawline.com, Zalman Schnurman & Miner, and Arthur Anderson & Co. in addition to his time at Saunders & Associates.