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Simpson Thacher Leases More Than 900K SF at New Extell Tower

Via Connect CRE · June 3, 2026
Compiled by Real Estate Trail Editorial · June 3, 2026

Why this matters

The leasing of 916,000 square feet by Simpson Thacher & Bartlett at Extell Development's new tower in Midtown Manhattan underscores a pivotal moment for institutional investors in the US commercial real estate sector. This transaction signals a robust demand for high-quality office space in prime locations, particularly in New York, which has been grappling with the post-pandemic shift in workplace dynamics. The commitment from a prominent law firm suggests confidence in the long-term viability of traditional office environments, potentially countering narratives of widespread remote work leading to permanent reductions in office demand. For allocators and capital markets professionals, this deal may indicate a stabilization in leasing activity, which could influence investment strategies and capital flows into the office sector. Moreover, the scale of this lease reflects a broader trend of firms consolidating or upgrading their office footprints, which could lead to a tightening of available high-quality space and support rental growth in the long term. As lenders assess risk and opportunity in the current environment, this transaction may serve as a bellwether for future lending conditions and investment appetite in the commercial real estate market.

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Excerpt from Connect CRE:
Law firm Simpson Thacher & Bartlett has committed to 916,000 square feet at Extell Development’s new 570 Fifth Ave. tower in Midtown Manhattan, the New York Business Journal said, citing a report from Colliers.…
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