New York City’s real estate market is one of the most complex in the world. From co-op board approvals to mansion taxes, every transaction involves layers of legal requirements that demand expert guidance. Our real estate attorneys protect buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, developers, and investors at every stage.

Residential Transactions

We represent buyers and sellers in:

  • Co-op purchases — Board packages, proprietary lease review, and share transfer
  • Condo transactions — Offering plan review, common charge analysis, and closing
  • Single-family homes — Contract negotiation, title review, and closing
  • New development purchases — Sponsor unit contracts and offering plan analysis

Our attorneys ensure your contract protects your deposit, includes appropriate contingencies, and that all title issues are resolved before closing.

Commercial Real Estate

We advise clients on commercial property transactions including:

  • Office, retail, and industrial acquisitions and sales
  • Commercial lease negotiation and drafting (both landlord and tenant)
  • Sale-leaseback transactions
  • Real estate joint ventures and limited partnerships
  • 1031 exchange coordination

Landlord-Tenant Matters

We represent both landlords and tenants in:

  • Lease drafting and negotiation
  • Eviction proceedings and non-payment disputes
  • Rent stabilization and rent control compliance
  • Harassment claims and tenant rights
  • Commercial lease defaults

Real Estate Disputes & Litigation

When transactions go wrong or property rights are contested, our litigators handle:

  • Breach of contract claims
  • Specific performance actions
  • Boundary and easement disputes
  • Construction defect litigation
  • Quiet title actions

Zoning & Land Use

We assist developers, property owners, and businesses in obtaining variances, special permits, and zoning changes — navigating New York City’s complex land use approval process before city agencies and the Board of Standards and Appeals.