New York Attorney: Residential Landlord/Tenant Litigation

New York City landlord/tenant law grows more complex each year. With each new case and judicial opinion, it only becomes more important to work with an experienced attorney who knows the New York State court system. With over 38 years of practice, lawyer Michael Mantell has represented landlords, tenants, co-op’s, and shareholders in co-op disputes in residential landlord/tenant litigation. His comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of New York landlord/tenant law, including nuisance, code enforcement procedures, and eviction processes in New York, can help you resolve whatever difficult lease situation you might be facing. You will know that with the growing complexity of the law you can be assured that you have the legal representation you need to protect your rights.

Experienced Lawyer for a Broad Range of Your Litigation Needs

Well-respected New York attorney Michael Mantell has successfully represented residential real estate clients in court on a variety of landlord/tenant issues for 38 years:

• Residential eviction/summary proceedings for possession
• Breach of lease
• Cancellation or renewal of lease or lease options
• Sublease disputes and rent control problems
• Collection of rent arrearages
• Breach of covenant
• Breach of warranty of habitability
• Non-primary residence litigation
• Nuisance
• Landlord occupancy

Michael Mantell's sophisticated understanding of New York real property law and creative litigation skills have resulted in highly favorable results for hundreds of landlords and tenants at every level of the New York State court system, including the Court of Appeals. One of his verdicts, in favor of a residential tenant who was being harassed, was for $200,000 in punitive damages, as reported on the front page of the New York Law Journal.

If you have concerns about New York residential landlord/tenant law, contact the Manhattan law office of Michael Mantell by calling (212) 750-3896. There is no charge for an initial consultation unless you retain Mr. Mantell as your attorney.