Boutique law firm Abell Eskew Landau has leased 7,772 square feet at 1261 Broadway in Midtown South Manhattan, relocating to a building owned by Rosen Equities. The 11-story office tower sits at the corner of Broadway and West 31st Street, three blocks south of Herald Square.
The lease marks another tenant win for Rosen Equities' trophy asset in a competitive Midtown South market. The building's location on Broadway offers the law firm proximity to major transit hubs and access to the broader business district.
Midtown South office space has faced headwinds as remote work and hybrid arrangements reshape demand. Boutique legal practices typically occupy 5,000 to 10,000 square feet, making Abell Eskew Landau's 7,772-square-foot footprint typical for firms of its size. The specific lease rate was not disclosed.
For the Rosen family, this lease strengthens occupancy at 1261 Broadway and demonstrates leasing traction in a market where Class B office towers compete against newer developments and cheaper suburban alternatives. Landlords in Midtown South have pursued smaller tenants and law firms in particular, as these businesses prioritize walkability and client accessibility over the expansive floor plates that traditional corporate tenants once demanded.
The deal reflects a broader trend. Legal services remain among the most resilient office users, with law firms less likely than tech or finance companies to embrace full remote work. Abell Eskew Landau's relocation signals confidence in the Midtown South submarket and the continued utility of physical office space for client-facing professional services.
For existing Midtown South tenants, this deal confirms that landlords can still attract quality tenants at market rates. For prospective office tenants, 1261