Landlord of condo unit will not return my security deposit of $5,200. This exceeds small claims in NYC - what should I do?

You acn sue your landlord in Civil Court. At the clerks office they will give you the necessary forms.

Can I terminate my lease?

It's best to contact the landlord directly and negotiate a release from your lease.

Can my landlord not renew my lease because I complained about service issues like multiple hot water or elevator outages?

Your landlord is retaliating against you. Retaliatory eviction constitutes both a defense and a counterclaim.

What do I do if the tenant fails to comply?

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What can I do?

If you have a lease signed by the landlord you have the right to remain until lease expiration. Even if you don't have a lease your landlord will...

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What is my remedy where the Judge denied my OSC to amend the HP Petition to include a new violation, as the trial already began?

Your only option is to file a new HP.

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You can sue the mother for up to $5,000.00 in Small Claims Court. If you want over $5,000.00 you can sue in regular Civil Court.

Disrespectful tenant?

If the tenant's conduct constituites a nuisance you may have grounds to commence a Holdover eviction action.

Tenant always late with rent?

Chronic late rent payment can constitute grounds for a Holdover eviction proceeding.