Owning property in New York City can be rewarding, but it also comes with serious legal challenges when disputes arise with tenants. As a landlord, you have important rights protected under New York landlord-tenant law, and it’s critical to understand how to enforce them properly.
With over 30 years of experience, our New York City landlord firm has achieved exceptional success rates in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Queens courtrooms. At Stark Law PLLC, we represent landlords in the following boroughs: the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, with a focus on small property owners who manage buildings of six units or fewer.
Contact us for a free consultation today at (718) 792-1200, or reach out to us online to get started.
Landlords’ Rights in New York City
Under New York State and City laws, landlords have the right to:
- Collect rent on time as agreed in the lease
- Evict tenants for legitimate legal reasons, including nonpayment and other lease violations
- Regain possession of their property through proper legal channels
- Enforce lease terms and hold tenants accountable for damage or misconduct
- Receive notice before tenants move out (unless otherwise stated in the lease)
- Maintain and manage their properties according to safety and housing standards
While tenants have strong protections in NYC, landlords also have extensive legal rights that can be effectively asserted with experienced legal representation on your side. At Stark Law PLLC, we help landlords assert those rights in compliance with complex housing regulations.
How Stark Law PLLC Can Help You Enforce Your Landlords’ Rights in NYC
Navigating landlord-tenant disputes in New York requires precision and persistence. Our NYC landlord-tenant attorneys are experienced litigators who are well-versed in the city’s housing courts, judges, and procedures.
Here’s how we can help protect your rights:
- Evictions and holdover proceedings: We can handle every step of the process, from filing petitions to court representation, ensuring your case moves efficiently.
- Nonpayment cases: We can help you recover overdue rent or remove tenants who consistently fail to pay.
- Lease enforcement: Our NYC landlord and eviction lawyers ensure tenants comply with the lease terms and address violations promptly.
- Property protection: We will safeguard your investment by preventing unlawful occupancy and ensuring compliance with housing codes.
- HP proceedings: We represent landlords in HP actions brought by tenants or the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (DHPD), ensuring compliance with repair orders and defending against unfair/exaggerated claims.
- Legal guidance: We can advise landlords on local housing regulations and help prevent future disputes.
Our law firm is known for our exceptional litigation skills and high success rates across New York City. We also offer a 10% discount to veterans and police officers in recognition of their service.
Schedule a Free Consultation With Stark Law PLLC Today
If you’re a landlord in the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, or elsewhere in NYC, and need to protect your property rights, Stark Law PLLC is here to help. We’ve guided countless landlords through difficult tenant issues and are confident we can do the same for you.
Call Stark Law PLLC today at (718) 792-1200 or message us online to schedule a free consultation. We’ll work hard to protect your rights to the best of our ability as the law allows.