Edward F S Deignan

I met Ted Deignan 10 years ago, as a neighbor. Soon after that, I began having trouble with my landlord and the new commercial business in the building, directly below me. The business was abusing the space with loud music and customers, partying every night as well as violating residents privacy an...d building areas. They had removed the ceiling and insulation in the space, leaving no sound protection between my bedroom/bathroom area, leading me to be able to hear them clearly. Both my landlord and the tenant were unwilling to do anything to fix the situation, and both sets began harassing me in several ways. As I explained this to Ted, he offered his services as a tenant landlord attorney, recommending that I get legal council to fix the situation and protect my rent stabilized apt. He offered great advice and guidance to what would become a nearly 3 year case. He gave me clear instruction in what my role in the case should be, such as contacting the police when needed, keeping records of situations concerning noise and any interactions, documenting text messages and getting this information to him. As this case went on, it became stressful for me. I was surrounded by it - the noise and the daily threat of harassment from my landlord, the tenant and his employees. Trying to balance home life and work was difficult. At these points, Ted was always there for me, everytime I needed to talk, good and bad. Many times, I sat in his office and we would talk until I felt better. He treated me with compassion, one of his strongest traits. Everytime I was in court - probably 10 times, I was always happy that Ted was my attorney, he knows the rules, has great respect for the law and court systems, and is tough when needed. I have consulted with him several times since the case ended, and have recommended him many times. He's the best.

Teddy knows his stuff!!! hands down the best lawyer I’ve ever come into contact with. Knows NYC real estate BETTER than anyone in town. I’ve used him multiples times for residential leases, commercial leases, closing documents... you name it! Great guy easy to talk to and reasonable. Look no further!...

I panicked after signing my first lease in New York City and Teddy responded immediately—hearing me out, assuaging my concerns, and giving me sound, actionable, easy-to-understand advice I was able to put to use that same day. New York real estate is incredibly intimidating and I feel fortunate to ha...ve found Teddy. Cannot recommend him highly enough.

I spoke to Teddy briefly about a situation I was in with a former roommate and the landlord. He listened to everything I had to say and helped me figure out what legal actions I could take against my former roommate. While it wasn't a case he would personally take to trial, he was respectful, listene...d and offered the right solution of taking my case to small-claims court. He is a super easy person to work with.