Landlord Tenant Law

Landlord-tenant law governs the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants in a rental relationship, encompassing a wide range of issues from lease agreements and rent disputes to evictions and habitability. We have extensive experience representing both landlords and tenants throughout New York and New Jersey including Holdover and Eviction proceedings.

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Can a Landlord Start an Eviction for Noise in New York? Tenant and Landlord Rights Explained

Tenants often ask, “Can my landlord start an eviction against me for noise?” At the same time, landlords frequently ask, “Can I evict a tenant for noise?” Under New York law, the answer to both questions is yes—but only under limited and well-defined circumstances. Noise alone is not enough to justify eviction. To lawfully evict […]

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Landlord vs Tenant: Who Wins in NYC Nonpayment Actions?

In New York City, a “nonpayment action” is a high-stakes courtroom battle, and those without legal counsel are often at a severe disadvantage. To even begin a nonpayment case, landlords must serve two predicate notices first, all before going to Housing Court. These formal notices must clearly list overdue rent amounts and be properly served,

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