How can I protect myself from a greedy lawyer?

Fire the lawyer, and file a fee grievance with the New York County Lawyers Association.

How long does landlord have to make claims against a security deposit in NY?

You can sue in small claims court.

What type of lawyer would I need?

You cannot be arrested if the lease is in your name. This is a weird story. The police usually tell people to go to court. A lawyer handling...

CAN MY LANDLORD CHARGE ME 5% ON EACH HUNDRED PER DAY IF MY RENT IS LATE LESS THEN 10 DAYS.

You posted this twice. I answered your other post.

CAN MY LANDLORD CHARGE ME 5% ON EACH HUNDRED PER DAY IF MY RENT IS LATE LESS THEN 10 DAYS.

You posted this twice. I answered your other post.

CAN MY LANDLORD CHARGE ME 5% ON EACH HUNDRED PER DAY IF MY RENT IS LATE LESS THEN 10 DAYS.

If it is a commercial lease, the answer is it is legal if the lease says this is the deal. It is not legal in a residential lease. Talk to a...

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Noise dispute in a co-op

I have done these cases. Get a lawyer. Co-ops do not usually take this to court if you show you will defend yourself. There are decibel...

IF YOU SIGN A SURRENDER LEASE AND CAN'T FIND APT. WHAT DO WE DO?

Call the homeless services agency in your county. You are going to have to move if the lease is surrendered.

Can I reverse a fraudulent transfer and put the property back in my name in new york.

Yes, there is a "no harm, not foul" rule in these things. However, before you start on a bunch of transfers, talk to a bankruptcy lawyer to do it...

Selling structured settlement question

First, are you sure you need court approval? If not, then you can do what you want. However, the court will not approve money designated for...

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