Can a Tenant Be Evicted If Someone is Living in an Illegal Basement?
When it comes to landlord-tenant issues, very few places in the United States, or possibly even the world, are as complicated as housing in New York City. There are lots of rules, regulations and procedures that need to be followed, especially by landlords, to make sure that a unit that they are renting is in […]
KEEP READING . . .What to expect during your free consultation with a Landlord-Tenant Lawyer
If you need to speak with a landlord-tenant lawyer, then you’re probably dealing with an eviction. Whether you’re a landlord looking to evict, or your a tenant facing eviction, it’s important to understand what to expect in the case. Since eviction cases are ‘special proceedings’ designed to be pushed quickly through the courts, here’s a […]
KEEP READING . . .Getting Sued by a Landlord for Breaking Your Lease Early? Maybe Not
When most people rent an apartment, there’s generally a lease involved. A lease is a written agreement that offers security to a landlord that a stream of income can be relied upon. A lease also offers security to a tenant that they just can’t be evicted for no reason. In many leases, there is language […]
KEEP READING . . .How Evictions Work: The Eviction Process in NYC from Beginning to End
Commercial tenants have interests that are significantly different from residential tenants. Whereas no one wants to be uprooted and have to move unless by choice, residential tenants, in a sense, have less to worry about. Sure, a residential tenant facing eviction has to find a place and has to incur the cost of moving. Commercial […]
KEEP READING . . .Should a Landlord Enter Into a Settlement in an Eviction Case?
In my practice, when I handle eviction cases, I generally represent landlords looking to evict a tenant and recover possession of the apartment. Usually, when first discussing a landlord-tenant case with a landlord, I always feel that the landlord has this idea is that I , as the attorney, will storm into court and argue that […]
KEEP READING . . .How-To: NYC Landlord’s Guide to the Non-Regulated Holdover Evicton
Real estate in NYC is a challenge. It’s a challenge for tenants looking for affordable housing. It’s a challenge for landlord’s to get a tenant that works well with them. In my Landlord-Tenant practice, I mostly represent landlords in non-regulated (meaning no rent stabilization or rent controlled) holdovers. Plenty of people call me and want […]
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