Disputes between landlords and tenants occur on a daily basis in New York City. Unfortunately, sometimes these disputes lead to the threat of eviction. There are times when a landlord will commence a holdover action against a tenant in an attempt to evict the tenant....
Month: September 2014
Real estate litigation in New York is not for the faint of heart
Real estate litigation can be complex and the outcome can decide the future of a development or an investment. This is particularly true in Manhattan, where an adverse outcome in litigation can be a significant financial setback for a developer, property owner or...
New York’s Hudson Yards development is largest in U.S. history
New York's Hudson Yards project covers 28 acres on the West Side of Manhattan. It is considered the biggest real estate development in U.S. history, and it is emblematic of the resurgence of New York City's real estate market. It is also a colossal engineering...
An overview of New York residential real estate transactions
Purchasing or selling residential real estate in New York requires careful attention to the legal details. Real estate transactions are subject to a variety of state statutes, common law and local codes and ordinances. Federal anti-discrimination statutes can also...