Landlord-Tenant Attorney
20 days ago
New York
Job Description Our client a boutique NYC real estate firm located in Midtown Manhattan, is seeking a highly skilled Associate Attorney specializing in co-op, condo, and landlord-tenant law in New York City. This role requires a deep understanding of governance for co-ops and condos, Housing Court procedures, and landlord-tenant litigation, including expertise in rent stabilization and lease negotiations. The position offers the opportunity to handle diverse real estate legal issues, from litigation to advising boards and landlords, while participating in marketing and training initiatives. This is a great opportunity to join a collegial, well-established law firm. Comprehensive medical benefits + PTO + bonus opportunity + 401K! Responsibilities: • Represent clients in Housing Court for non-payment and holdover proceedings., • Draft and review legal documents, including rent demands, termination notices, predicate notices, and settlement agreements., • Manage plenary actions such as breach of contract and lease disputes., • Provide legal counsel on lease defaults, modifications, and eviction matters., • Represent co-op and condo boards, landlords, and property owners in courts and administrative proceedings., • Handle litigation involving unauthorized alterations, access refusals, construction damage, injunctions, and trespass cases., • Conduct all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and trials., • Prosecute and defend complex commercial lease and property disputes., • Advise clients on governance and operational issues related to co-ops and condos., • Participate in marketing and training initiatives to support firm growth., • Active license to practice law in the state of New York., • 4-8 years of experience in co-op, condo, and landlord-tenant law., • Extensive knowledge of Housing Court procedures and landlord-tenant litigation., • Expertise in handling rent stabilization issues and lease negotiations., • Strong litigation skills, including drafting motions, conducting discovery, and managing trials., • Ability to represent clients in various court settings, including Housing Court, Civil Court, and Supreme Court., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Proven ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks effectively.