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Brown Altman & DiLeo handles leasing for ConnectOne Bank’s new location

David Altman

East Hampton, NY Brown Altman & DiLeo, LLP after extensive negotiation, David Altman, founding partner of Brown Altman & DiLeo handled a commercial leasing transaction on behalf of ConnectOne Bank. This new full-service branch is located at 78B Park Pl., securing a long-term commitment for the bank’s continued expansion and operations while adding to the area’s robust economy.

This deal highlights Altman and the firm’s expertise in navigating commercial leasing arrangements and real estate transactions for a wide range of clients to the benefit of the East Long Island community. Altman worked diligently to secure favorable terms for ConnectOne Bank, ensuring the transaction aligns with the bank’s strategic growth objectives and ability to serve the community. ConnectOne Bank is now expanding after its pending acquisition of The First of Long Island Corp., the Melville-based parent company of The First National Bank of Long Island.

“I am privileged to have represented ConnectOne Bank in the leasing transaction of this strategically important space,” said Altman. “This transaction underscores our capacity to deliver expedient and thorough legal services to our clients. We are grateful to work with ConnectOne Bank as it expands, and this new branch, alongside their existing East Hampton location, will enhance their ability to serve both current clients and new customers for years to come.”

Kevin Santacroce, ConnectOne Bank’s New York market president, said “ConnectOne Bank’s new full-service retail office in East Hampton marks a new milestone in our strategic growth, underscoring our dedication to serving the community with a relationship-focused approach to banking.”

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