How do remove a subtenant?

Dear New York Tenant: The process requires a lawsuit in the NYC Housing Court, and may take a long time to conclude. You may immediately...

How do I remove a subtenant?

Dear New York Tenant: You had the right immediately after the expiration of the sublease to bring the subtenant to NYC Housing Court as a...

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After a subpoena is served, what happens? Is there a meeting with the attorney or does the witness just show up in court?

Dear New York Tenant: If the witness is friendly the attorney (why not ask your lawyer) likely will choose to interview the witness and prepare...

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My landlord convert single family house into 4 apt ( 2 in basement). Can I open case against her? I rent 2nd floor for 7 years!

Dear Brooklyn Tenant: If the agreement settled a court proceeding you should consult an attorney to determine if you preserved any claims...

Is it legal for a tenant to stay in apartment after contract is expired (contract says that a new contract must be signed)?

Dear Staten Island Landlord: The police will not assist you when your tenant stays beyond the lease since New York State law allows the landlord...

Breaking my lease in brooklyn!

Dear Brooklyn Tenant: There is no simple solution. You could prepare a surrender agreement for you and the landlord to sign where your issues...

My lease states owner shall maintain and repair the public portion of the building. Interior and exterior.

Dear Bronx Tenant: The landlord is responsible for the roof.

Landlord sent a notice to terminate. I am married and have 3 kids, 2 are now adults, 1 is very young.

Dear Brooklyn Tenant: Your landlord may have set you up for an eviction based on the false charge you refused access for repairs after making...

Overcharging rent (A LOT!)

Dear Over Charged Roommate: You and the other roommates are free to confront the profiteering prime tenant and look to negotiate new rents...

Dear Ronkonkoma Tenant: if the process server is licensed, the judge may refer the transcript of the hearing where you established the process...