Lester Schwab's main office is located in New York City's historic downtown Wall Street area.  The Equitable Building which has been designated as a historic national landmark has been home to the firm since 1974.

Historical Information about the Equitable Building
120 Broadway, designated National Historic Landmark status, provides a commanding presence, occupying an entire square block bounded by Broadway, Nassau, Cedar and Pine Streets.

The original Equitable Building opened in 1870. Seven stories tall, and the first office structure with passenger elevators, it ushered in the era of the skyscraper. An instant success, the building attracted crowds of New Yorkers who wanted to ride the elevators. In 1915 the original building burned down and was replaced on the same site with the present 120 Broadway.

The new Equitable Building soared 40 stories, offered 40 acres of office space and boasted the most elevators – and was in fact the largest skyscraper of the time. The building’s dedication also features another first – it was the first office tower to have its cornerstone cemented into place by the Mayor of New York City.

The 38^th floor sky lobby, having been fully restored, mirrors the style of the ground floor lobby and originally served as the entrance to the elite Banker’s Club. The club, which occupied the penthouse floors, was a private haven for dining, entertaining and meetings. The space, replete with luxurious paneling and architectural detail, is now utilized as prime office space for Lester Schwab Katz & Dwyer, LLP.