August 2026

Starting a Housing Court case in New York City takes more than filling out forms. A landlord may need to give written notice, wait the required time, file the correct papers, and make sure the tenant is properly served. A New York City landlord attorney can help a property owner understand which rules apply before the case…

A tenant does not need a written lease to have rights in New York City. A person may rent month-to-month under an oral agreement, or a written lease may have expired while the landlord continued accepting rent. In many cases, a landlord can still end the tenancy, but strict rules apply. A New York City eviction…