Sylvia P. Tsai

Sylvia P. Tsai

also known as SYLVIA PIHUI TSAI

4.6
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 10 years

Litigation Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Litigation, Landlord & Tenant, Immigration

275 Madison Avenue Suite 903, New York, NY

About Sylvia

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Landlord or Tenant 40%

Holdover, Nonpayment, Ejectment, Residential eviction, Commercial eviction, illegal eviction

40%
Litigation 40%

Commercial, Real Estate, general civil litigation matters

40%
Immigration 20%

Employment based immigration, such as H-1B, O-1, EB-1, EB-2, EB-3. E-2, and NIW, etc.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 10 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2015

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Fuqiang Zhang PC

275 Madison Avenue Suite 903, New York, NY, 10016

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Sylvia P. Tsai's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

5 star (29)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (3)

Posted by anonymous | September 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Not experienced on landlord and tenant lawsuit

No recommend this attorney. Very poor customer service. A lot of mistakes on court documents. Very expensive fee

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Not recommend this attorney

Bad customer service, made a lot of mistakes on documents, no experiences on court motion.

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Not recommended

Poor professional knowledge and experience. Very poor customer service. Price that asking not equal quality of job performance .

Posted by Rafeel C | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Commerical Eviction attorney !

I recently had the pleasure of working with Attorney Sylvia P. Tsai on a landlord-tenant issue and a commercial eviction process, and I cannot recommend her highly enough! From our very first meeting, it was clear that she is not only an exceptional attorney but also a dedicated advocate for her clie...nts. Throughout the entire process, Sylvia displayed an impressive depth of knowledge in landlord-tenant law and commercial eviction procedures. She navigated the complexities of my case with ease, ensuring that I was informed and comfortable every step of the way. Her attention to detail and thorough preparation made all the difference in achieving a favorable outcome. What truly sets Sylvia apart from others in her field is her commitment to her clients. Unlike many attorneys who can sometimes feel detached or overly focused on billing, she genuinely cares about the people she represents. Her fees are reasonable and transparent, and she never once made me feel like I was being taken advantage of financially. It’s refreshing to find an attorney who prioritizes her clients’ needs over profit. Additionally, I want to highlight the invaluable support provided by her paralegal, Jonathan Yu. Jonathan was always available to assist with questions and ensure that everything was in order. His dedication and professionalism complemented Sylvia's efforts beautifully, making the entire process even smoother. Together, Sylvia and Jonathan worked tirelessly on my case, demonstrating a work ethic that is hard to come by. They made me feel supported throughout the entire process, and their passion for their work is evident. If you're looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, hardworking, and reasonably priced, look no further than Sylvia P. Tsai. I am incredibly grateful for her assistance and will not hesitate to reach out to her for any future legal needs. Thank you, Sylvia and Jonathan, for your outstanding service!

Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

财务纠纷

蔡律师和她的团队很尽业,为我解答了所有难题并给出最保贵的建议,所有书面和口头的文件都处理的非常妥当,帮我解决问题的同时,也保存了当事人最大的利益,非常感谢这么用心有道德的专业人士!

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Benjamin Federici

Litigation lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Family member

"Ms. Tsai is a skilled, knowledgeable and passionate advocate for her clients in the legal area of commercial litigation in NYC. Ms. Tsai's successes in and out of the courtroom are testament to her tremendous hard-work, courage and positive attitude."

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Ting Geng

Litigation lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2020

Marqui's Who's Who In America- Women in Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Partner, Geng & Associates, P.C.

Associations

2019 - Present

NEX Foundation

General Legal Counsel and Board of Directors

Education

2014

NYU School of Law

Speaking Engagements

2021

KOllision International Women's Day Event: workshops, fashion, beauty & art How to Lean In: My Experience as a Female Attorney

Publications

2018

Pursuing the American dream : a legal handbook for new immigrants to United States Personal Injury Related Questions Q&A

Languages

English

Mandarin

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