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Peter Sverd
About Peter
Biography
An experienced commerical, business, and real property litigator, I use litigation as a means to meet the goals and objectives of my clients- the "litigation" is not the end onto itself. I take a very pragmatic and pointed approach to litigation. I learn the objectives and goals of my client at the onset of the representation, and then use all of the tools in my litigation arsenal to get results. Because I take the time to learn and understand the individual needs of the people, businesses, and companies that I represent, I take the most direct paths in the litigation to achieve our objectives. As a referral based business my success is built on providing exceptional legal services to each and every client.
Mr. Sverd was admitted to the New York Bar in 2003, and is admitted to both the Eastern and Southern Districts of the United States Federal District Courts. Mr. Sverd has litigated extensively for individual and corporate clients in the areas of contract disputes, corporate dissolution and partnership disputes,co-op and real property litigation, including actions to quiet title, partitions, breach of fiduciary duty, and collection matters. Mr. Sverd also devotes his practice to landlord-tenant matters, which include commercial and residential disputes arising out of actual evictions, non-payment proceedings, succession rights and primary residence cases.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Litigation
75%
23 years
Real Estate
25%
22 years
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Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
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Location
The Law Offices of Peter Sverd, PLLC
225 Broadway, Suite 613, New York, NY, 10007
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Posted by Yujin | July 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Honest and Conscientious
Peter Sverd was my attorney on a case I had with my co-op and the building. He explains in a concise, easy to understand way and is also very honest. If the route you are thinking of taking in a case is fruitless, he will tell you what the chances of a successful outcome are. This has saved me val...
Posted by Lien | March 09, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Attorney
Peter Sverd has been my attorney for the past seven years, representing me in five separate civil cases (three went to trial). Peter is one of those rare and exceptional attorneys who's legal proficiency, is only out-weighed by his respectful and pleasant demeanor. Peter Sverd is among the top tri...
Posted by Renee | December 01, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Knowledgeable and trustworthy
Peter Sverd represented my family in a dispute. His professional caring manner was very reassuring. He gave us hope and a realistic sense of what would be the outcome and my family couldn't be happier with his work. thank you Peter.
Posted by Christopher | October 22, 2014 | Business
Excellent on all business matters. Buying, selling and business disputes always resolved in our favor.
We sold a business with Peter representing us in 2007. In 2010, the new owner defaulted and because of the iron clad promissory note Peter designed, we were able to get the business back without incident. After having the business back for a few years, we re-sold it again in 2013. The buyers lawyer w...
Posted by Martin | September 15, 2014 | Business
A terrific attorney
I asked Peter to help me with a business dispute. He was to the point and very effective at helping me get this resolved in a positive way.
Peter Sverd's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He takes a pragmatic approach and doesn't just look to just litigate. His experience of representing clients and corporations gives him a broad perspective."
"Peter is very knowledgeable, particularly in the area of co-op disputes & related matters."
"Well respected in the legal community"
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Peter is a deeply experienced litigator who advocates fiercely for his clients. He is highly respected within the legal community and has earned his reputation as one of the top attorneys to consult in the event you have a business dispute. I enthusiastically and without reservation refer prospective clients to Peter when their problem requires an attorney with his broad skill set."
Kevin Galbraith
Arbitration lawyer
Experience
Honors
2007
National Political Science Honor's Society, Stony Brook University
2004
Outstanding Prosecutor, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office- East End Bureau
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, The Law Offices of Peter Sverd, PLLC
2007 - 2014
Partner, Yuen Roccanova Seltzer & Sverd P.C.
2005 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Miranda Sokoloff Slone Verveniotis LLP
2004 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Sarisohn Law Partners
2002 - 2004
Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
BNI Chapter 50President
2010 - Present
New York County Lawyers' Associationmember
Sample of Legal Cases
Argento Construction v. Jacob Jeweler
My motion for summary judgment was granted. The Supreme Court, New York County agreed that there was no question of fact that Jacob received my client's invoice and retained it without objecting. My client got a money judgment.
Born to Build, L.L.C. v. Ibrahim Saleh et. al., Index No.: 009558/2011
Sverd wins dismissal of the lawsuit against his client
Thomas Summer v. Ruckus 85 Corp.
votes taken by Coop without the vote of my client were nullified by the Court
Liu v. Asian Supermarket Corp., et al. New York State Supreme Court, Index No.: 3710/2012.
Case against my client was dismissed for failure to state a cause of action
Wong & Lin Trading Corp. v. Fair Only Real Estate, Et al. Supreme Court, New York County Index No.: 114413/2010
Mr. Sverd proved that the landlord co-mingled his clients security deposit and judgment in the amount of the security deposit was entered against the landlord
Wooster Store Corp. v Wooster 100 Realty LTD. Index No.: 111692/2010.
My motion to dismiss was granted
Brigado Martinez and Picnic Food Corp, v. Lien Ngo and L Realty, Et al. Supreme Court, Kings County, 38753/2007
The purported lease was voided, and the unlawful tenant had a judgment against him
Education
2002
St John's University
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
State University of New York, Stony Brook
MA - Masters
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Two Deed Submitted by 2 Different Parties?
18 Nov 2017
Q&A
Can my sister force a sale if I am living in the house?
13 Jun 2017
Q&A
How can I get the co-op board to fix a noise problem?
02 Apr 2017