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2024 Lawyers in Real Estate Awards
New York & Tri-State

Dan Rubock
Shaped Moody’s policy on CMBS structural and legal issues
Specialized in commercial real estate law and litigation throughout his career
Dan Rubock is the Senior Vice President and head of the CMBS Legal team within the commercial real estate finance group at Moody’s Ratings. In this capacity, he played a pivotal role in shaping Moody’s policy on structural and legal issues pertaining to CMBS. This work is crucial, as it directly impacts the integrity and stability of commercial real estate financing structures, influencing the market’s confidence and operational practices.
Before joining Moody’s in 1999, Rubock honed his skills and expertise with prominent law firms, including Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, Dechert Price & Rhoads and White & Case. During this period, he specialized in commercial real estate law and real estate litigation.
A Yale College and Columbia Law School graduate, Rubock’s academic background is as impressive as his professional journey. Additionally, his status as a Certified Mortgage Banker further underscores his comprehensive understanding of the mortgage banking industry, blending legal acumen with financial insight.
Rubock’s career exemplifies his dedication to bridging the gaps between legal expertise, policy development, and financial structuring within commercial real estate finance. His work enhances Moody’s standing in the industry and contributes significantly to the broader understanding and development of sound commercial real estate finance practices.
This is why Dan Rubock received Connect CRE’s 2024 New York & TriState Lawyers in Real Estate Award. The award celebrates real estate attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their practice and the larger community.
