Am I allowed to respond to Opposition papers to my Motion to Dismiss (NYC Civil, Housing Part) — and, if so, am I required ?

Yes. You are allowed a Reply on your Motion to Dismiss. You require "proof of service" to file any papers. The "better" approach, on the return...

What can I do? In NYC my mother’s house had a building code violation and I hired a “licensed” contractor ?

Dear Brooklyn Property Manager You know even DCA suggests verification of the "license" when engaging a contractor. Since you are deeply in the...

Dear Brooklyn Tenant No city and state law renders the camera unlawful. But the landlord has authority to command the neighbor remove the...

Holdover petition/monetary judgment?

Dear Astoria Tenant There is no money judgment for past owed rent and for post tenancy Use & Occupancy unless you either consent to the judgment...

Status quo and lease renewal?

Dear Manhattan Tenant What is your point? When the lease ends you are required to vacate. When you don't want to and the landlord is willing to...

How can I get security deposit back?

Dear Manhattan Tenant If your latest incarnation of your oral rental agreement began after the effective date of the new tenant security statute...

Can a landlord keep a Security Deposit

OK. Your brother needs a consultation with a local attorney to determine if his lease is subject to the new security deposit statute and if so the...

Can my bank hold a check for 11 days?

Your ATM isn't counting the two days over the weekend for your deposit on Friday the 13th of September. You could have someone read your bank's...

Can I file a perjury complaint on my Landord because the judges Decision was based on a lie?

New York State Retaliatory Eviction Law presents a tenant with a defense in a summary proceeding whether based on not paying rent or based on...

Must a power of attorney.be registered?

You should always check with each bank if the bank legal department requires using the Bank's form for power of attorney. There is no place to...