Experience Dedication Without Equal
Our Approach
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A COMMON SENSE APPROACH
Legally.
Financially.
In a city where affordability is a critical issue, for our non-business clients, we take a step-by-step approach.
We thoroughly explain the process and then provide options to pay one step at a time, while we let you know exactly where you stand, so you can make a decision whether to continue or to stop.
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NO ONE IS ABOVE THE LAW - EXCEPT OUR CLIENTS
Clients often have specific issues that are important to them.
Unfortunately, these issues often receive little attention and get ‘lost in translation’ as lawyers tend to have a different mindset.
Although not every issue that a client cares about is legally actionable, when you talk, we listen carefully and carefully devise a strategy together that aims to bring about the results you care about.
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'FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD' LAWYERS
And down to earth.
We view our clients as members of a shared Community, and we try to be human beings first and legal professionals second.
Business Matters
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In business, a handshake is not enough. Your contracts are the essential legal framework that protects your revenue, limits your liability, and defines your relationships with clients, vendors, and partners. A well-drafted contract is a powerful tool for preventing disputes, while a vague or poorly written agreement can lead to costly litigation and financial loss.
Our firm provides practical, detail-oriented legal counsel to businesses and entrepreneurs. We draft and negotiate contracts with one goal in mind: protecting your interests so you can focus on growing your business.
Who We Represent
Small & Medium-Sized Businesses
Startups & Entrepreneurs
Service Professionals (e.g., consultants, designers, architects, marketing agencies)
Partnerships & Joint Ventures
Anyone in need of a clear, strong business agreement
How We Can Help
We provide end-to-end contract services, from initial drafting to final negotiation. We don't just provide a template; we learn about your specific goals and potential risks to create a customized agreement.
Our services include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of business agreements
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Starting a new business or growing an existing one involves critical legal decisions that can impact your liability, taxes, and future success. Choosing the right legal entity, structuring ownership, and navigating the complexities of a purchase or sale are foundational steps that require careful planning and skilled legal guidance.
Our firm provides comprehensive legal counsel to entrepreneurs and businesses at every stage of their lifecycle. From formation to a future exit, we are dedicated to providing the practical advice and strong documentation you need to protect your assets and achieve your goals.
Who We Represent
Startups & Entrepreneurs: Guiding new ventures from the idea stage to a fully formed, legally compliant business.
Small & Medium-Sized Businesses: Acting as outside general counsel to support ongoing operational and transactional needs.
Investors & Partners: Assisting individuals and groups pooling resources to form a new entity or acquire an existing one.
Business Owners: Advising on growth strategies, internal restructuring, and exit planning.
How We Can Help
We offer a full range of corporate and transactional services, including:
Business Formation & Entity Selection: Advising on the pros and cons of LLCs, S-Corporations, C-Corporations, and partnerships, and handling all filing requirements.
Drafting Foundational Documents: Creating customized Operating Agreements, Partnership Agreements, and Corporate Bylaws that define ownership, responsibilities, and procedures.
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Representing buyers or sellers in business acquisitions. This includes performing due diligence, drafting and negotiating Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs) and Stock Purchase Agreements (SPAs), and managing the closing process.
Corporate Governance: Assisting with maintaining corporate records, advising on board and shareholder resolutions, and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
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Our commercial lease is one of the most significant and long-term financial commitments your business will make. Whether you are leasing your first office, a retail storefront, or a large industrial space, the terms of that agreement will directly impact your profitability and operational flexibility for years to come.
Commercial leases are complex documents drafted by landlords to protect their interests. They are often filled with dense legal language, hidden costs, and one-sided terms. Signing a lease without a thorough legal review can lead to costly disputes, unexpected expenses, and restrictions that hinder your business's growth.
Our firm provides tenants with practical and strategic legal advice for commercial lease review and negotiation. We help you understand the full implications of your lease and fight for fair terms that protect your investment.
Who We Represent
We represent tenants in all types of commercial leasing matters, including:
Small & Medium-Sized Businesses
Startups leasing their first office or co-working space
Retail Shops & Boutiques
Restaurants, Cafes, & Food Service Businesses
Professional Services (e.g., medical practices, law firms, financial services)
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Disputes are an unfortunate but common reality of doing business. When a conflict arises with a partner, vendor, or competitor, it can drain your resources, disrupt your operations, and threaten your company's future. Resolving these disputes effectively requires strategic thinking and strong legal advocacy.
Our firm represents businesses and entrepreneurs in a wide range of commercial disputes. We understand that litigation is a business decision, not just a legal one. Our goal is to protect your rights and achieve the most favorable, cost-effective resolution possible, so you can get back to business.
Real Estate Disputes & Litigation
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What is Real Estate Litigation?
Simply put, real estate litigation is the legal process for resolving disputes over property. This can happen between co-owners, neighbors, buyers and sellers, landlords and tenants, or developers and contractors. While our first goal is often to resolve these matters through skilled negotiation or mediation, we are fully prepared to represent you in court when a trial is necessary.
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Living in a condominium or co-op building means being part of a shared community. While this offers many benefits, it can also lead to complex and stressful disagreements. When disputes arise with your board or a neighbor, it can feel like you're facing an uphill battle in your own home.
Our firm provides clear, practical, and effective legal guidance for unit owners and shareholders. We understand the unique laws governing condos and co-ops in New York, and we are dedicated to protecting your rights and investments.
Who We Represent
Unit Owners & Shareholders: We advocate for individuals who are in a dispute with their board, management, or other residents.
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Disagreements over property lines and land use are among the most stressful conflicts a homeowner can face. A fence that is a few feet off, a neighbor's driveway that crosses onto your land, or a claim that someone has gained rights to your property through "adverse possession" can threaten your investment and your peace of mind.
Our firm provides experienced legal representation to homeowners, commercial property owners in New York facing complex boundary and land use disputes. We understand the high stakes involved and are dedicated to protecting your property rights.
Our Services
We handle all facets of property line and land use conflicts, including:
Boundary Line Disputes: Representing you in disagreements over the true location of a property line, often arising from conflicting surveys, ambiguous deeds, or historical use.
Adverse Possession Claims: Vigorously defending you against a neighbor's claim to own a portion of your land through "squatter's rights," or, in appropriate cases, prosecuting a claim on your behalf.
Easement Disputes: Assisting with conflicts over easements (the right to use another's land for a specific purpose), including rights of way, driveways, and utility access.
Encroachment Issues: Seeking the removal of a neighbor's fence, building, shed, or other structure that has been built on your property without permission.
Quiet Title Actions: Filing lawsuits to obtain a clear court order that resolves all competing claims and confirms your undisputed ownership of the property.
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Owning property with someone else—whether a family member, a friend, or a business partner—can be a great investment. But when co-owners disagree on the property's use, management, or sale, it can lead to a serious and stressful conflict that locks up your equity and strains your relationships.
If you are in a dispute with a co-owner and can't find a way forward, you are not trapped. A "partition action" is a legal right that allows any co-owner to ask the court to either divide the property or, more commonly, force its sale and distribute the proceeds.
Our firm provides clear-headed, strategic legal counsel to clients involved in co-ownership disputes. We are committed to finding the most practical path to untangle your joint investment and help you move forward.
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In a densely built environment, any new construction or major renovation project will almost certainly impact its neighbors. If your neighbor needs to erect scaffolding, swing a crane over your building, or place protective measures on your property, they cannot simply proceed without your permission. They are legally required to obtain a formal license agreement.
If you are a property owner who has been asked to grant access, these negotiations are high-stakes. A poorly drafted agreement can lead to significant property damage, costly delays, and bitter disputes.
Our firm handles the negotiation and litigation of construction access and license agreements (such as those under RPAPL 881 in New York) for projects of all sizes.
Who We Represent
Property Owners: We represent building owners, condo/co-op boards, and homeowners who have been asked by a neighbor to grant access for a construction project. Our primary goal is to ensure your property is fully protected and that you are fairly compensated for the intrusion.
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