Ed Wallace Named to City & State’s 2026 ‘New York City Power 100’ List

NEW YORK- April 28, 2026 - Edward C. Wallace, Co-Chair of the New York office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was named to City & State's 2026 "New York City Power 100" list. City & State recognizes Wallace for his extensive experience advising top real estate power players on navigating city land use regulations and financial transactions.

The list highlights the most influential public officials, business executives, labor leaders, advocates, and activists in New York City. For the last decade, Wallace has consistently made this list and was recognized as a New York Lifetime Achievement honoree by City & State in 2020.

Wallace is the founder of Greenberg Traurig's Government Law & Policy Practice and serves as a trusted advisor and frontline negotiator for companies and individuals in high-profile and sensitive matters. He has represented major institutions and real estate companies, including Columbia University, New York University, Fordham University, Extell, and Fetner Properties, as well as major government service providers, including JCDecaux and Hornblower, in real estate development projects.

Wallace previously served as New York City Councilmember-at-Large (Manhattan) then as Chief of Staff to the New York City Council President before being named Vice President for Finance at Boston Properties. He began his career at the Legal Aid Society. An active member of the community, Wallace serves as Chair of the French-American Foundation USA and Vice President and outside General Counsel to the Citizens Budget Commission. He is also former Chair and board member of New Yorkers for Parks. Wallace has been listed in multiple editions of The Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers and is rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell.