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  • Garden City, NY
  • Licensed for 29 years
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About Matthew

Personal, Prompt and Professional legal services at an affordable price.

The Law office of Matthew K. Tannenbaum is a general practice concentrating in Real Estate Transactions, Lender Representation, Criminal/Traffic Matters, Landlord/Tenant, Civil Litigation, Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.

In the area of Real Estate Transactions I represent Buyers and Sellers of Residential and Commercial Properties, Lending Institutions and Title Companies. Many of my clients are Real Estate investors looking to leverage their position due to market conditions. This includes short sale payoff, the purchase of foreclosures and bank owned properties or "REO's" as well as tax deed redemptions. My office also handles the Purchase or Sale of businesses, Commercial leasing, Real Estate/Title litigation, loan workouts, and foreclosure defense matters.

 As an ancillary  to my real estate practice I often find myself reprsenting parties in both the Surrogates and Landlord Tenant Courts. We often represent Sellers who need to sell a property due to a death in the family.  This allows for a cost savings to  the client who  now does not have to retain seperate counsel  to handle the Surrogates Court proceedings. 

In the area of Landlord Tenant Court I represent both Commercial and Residential Landlords and Tenants in non payment and holdover proceedings.   

I am also active in the local criminal courts reprsenting defendants charged with misdemeanors and traffic infractions. My relationships and experience inthese courts have allowed me to obtain favorable dispositions of these cases. 

My goal is to provide an high level of service to clients at an affordable price in a congienial atmosphere. I am able to do this by utilizing the latest technology so that I am able to connect with clients and their files whether I am in court, on the road, at a closing or at home.
My Garden City office is located near Roosevelt Field Mall right off the Meadowbrook Parkway and offers plenty of free parking.

 Admitted to New York State Bar and United States District Courts, Southern and Eastern Districts

Practice areas

OtherLitigationProbateLandlord or tenantReal estate
  1. Real estate: 30%

    Representing Buyers and Sellers of both residential and commercial Real Estate in the NY Metropolitan area as well as Lenders.

    29 years, 10,000 cases

  2. Landlord or tenant: 30%

    Representing both Landlords and Tenants in summary disposes proceedings in Nassau and Suffolk Counties

    29 years, 5,000 cases

  3. Probate: 15%

    Drafting wills and estate plans as well as probate and administration filings in the local Surrogates Court

    29 years, 500 cases

  4. Litigation: 15%

    Real Estate and Estate based litigation including but not limited to specific performance, partition, ejectment and quiet title actions, boundary line disputes and Will challenges.

    2,000 cases

  1. Speeding and traffic ticket: 5%

    representing motorists accused of traffic violations in the local traffic Courts

    29 years, 2,000 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 5%

    Representing defendants in the local criminal courts with regards to misdemeanors and felony charges

    500 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

825 East Gate Blvd.,
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825 East Gate Blvd.,
Suite 308
Garden City, NY, 11530-2141

Office (516) 683-1234
Fax (516) 740-3088

Website

http://www.mtanlaw.com/

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 199012/06/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers218
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Certificate of AppreciationNassau County Bar Association, Associates Access to Justice Program2016
Certificate of AppreciationNassau County Bar Association, Associates Access to Justice Program2015
Outstanding Supporter of the YearAll Saints Church2000
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyLaw office of Matthew K. Tannenbaum2010 - Present
AttorneyJanus & Tannenbaum, PC2005 - 2010
AttorneyLaw office of Matthew Tannenbaum2001 - 2005
AssociateLaw office of Herman Israel Fleischman1991 - 2001
Law Clerk/AttorneyGandin, Shotsky and Rappaport, PC1988 - 1991
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
North Shore Business AllianceVice President2013 - 2017
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
ISBN: 978-1-941645-70-3Common Sense Guide to Buying Homes in NY2016
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law CenterJD - Juris Doctor1990
State University of New York, AlbanyBA1987
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Great Neck, NYTime of the essence closings and the myth of the 30 day extension2014
Laffey Fine Homes, Westbury, NYTime of the essence closings and the myth of the 30 day extension2014
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Manhasset NYUnderstanding 1031 tax defered exchanges2013
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Retained Realty vs. Malekan citation to followthe Court agreed with Respondent contention that the deed attached to the 10-day predicate notice was improperly certified and dismissed the case. petitioinbers
Milazzo vs. Kim; 61 Misc.3d 570 (2018); 61 Misc.3d 570 (2018); 2018 NY Slip Op 28279This court concluded that respondent Kyung-Ah Kim is estopped from claiming that service upon her husband Songyol Kim is improper service.
Wells Fargo Bank, NA v. IPA Asset Mgt. III, LLC, 2013 Slip Op 07725Order Affirmed, decision for Respondent

Reviews

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Syracuse Real Estate Closing

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Matt handled a real estate closing for my property in Manhasset, NY. After we entered intio contract for a normal closing date, the buyer requested a close date in 10 days from date of contract - Matt was superior in every way and was able to assist me to provide all documentation so we could close at requested date. Brilliant to do a closing in 10 days - will use hime always in the future. My highest recommendation.

Matt handled my home closing

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Matt knows his stuff and is quick to adjust and adapt as the client's needs change.

Would recommend to anyone needing a buyer lawyer

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Matt helped us complete the purchase of our first house smoothly. He is super precise and really knew what he was doing. Would recommend to any first-time house buyer who really needs a 'strong' lawyer to represent them.
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Courteous, Professional, and Honest

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At consultation he was open, attentive, and very professional. In consideration of time, he took the details of our case, did his own research, gave us options on how to proceed even though our case was not necessarily monetarily beneficial for us to retain him. He essentially sacrificed an income opportunity to do the right thing. That alone earned a 5 star rating. #INTEGRITY. Tank you Esquire Matthew K. Tannenbaum!
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Matthew Tannenbaum's response: John: thank you for kind review i hope my advice was helpful and brought you some sense of comfort. Matt

10 Stars!!

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We have worked with Matthew over the past few years having him represent us in three separate real estate closing/purchase transactions. He is professional, always available any time day/night/weekend to answer our questions/concerns, and always willing to go the extra mile for his clients. His fees are reasonable as well. This time, we saw a property we loved but there was another interested buyer and it was a race to see who could get the contract out. Matthew was 100% up for the challenge and in less than 24 hours after we saw and decided on the property, the contract was sent to the seller's attorney. My husband then suffered a medical emergency 72 hours before the scheduled closing. Matthew and Donna, his paralegal, are an amazing team. They pulled through for us, came up with a backup plan immediately, and ensured a smooth closing for us! We are hoping this one is our forever home, but in case it turns out not to be, we will hire Matthew again in a heartbeat. Thanks so much Matt and Donna, it was a pleasure!!
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Matthew Tannenbaum's response: Karen and Robert, thank you for the kind review, it is always a pleasure to be of assistance to you and you are both a pleasure to have as clients. good luck in the new home. Matt and Donna

Landlord / Tenant

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Mr. Tannenbaum was very responsive and attentive to all of the concerns I had in regards to my tenant/ landlord case. I am very pleased to have worked with him and the outcome of the case.
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Exceptional as usual

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Matthew has once again performed a smooth easy transaction . Pleasant in demeanor and a great sense of humour as well! We always will request Matthew for all our matters. Knowledgeable, attentive attention to detail and quick , thank you again!
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Matthew Tannenbaum's response: Diana and Betty it is always a pleasure to work with you both. Good luck in the new unit. Matt

Best of the Best

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I have used Matthew for a while now for all my Real Estate needs. I usually don't like or get along with attorneys but Matthew is an exception, he is honest, trustworthy, he is helpful and he cares ! I highly recommend him.
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Matthew Tannenbaum's response: Thank you for the great review, i appreciate all the confidence and trust you have in our office, it is always a pleasure to be of service to you. Matt

Mitch

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Matt handled a Landlord Tenant dispute we were having with a Landlord who was being more than difficult . He handled it extremely effectively ln a short amount of time . He really knows what he is doing . You would want him working for you.
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Matthew Tannenbaum's response: Mitch thank you so much for the nice review. it was a pleasure to be of service to you. Matthew Tannenbaum

Real Estate

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I recently consulted with Matt Tannenbaum about a real estate transaction. He is honest, attentive to details, and gave me great advice. I HIGHLY recommend him for his professionalism and expertise in this area.
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Attorney endorsements

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Richard Chertock, Real estate Attorney on Feb 12, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is very knowledgable and a pleasure to work with. He always fights for his clients best interest but does so in a manner which is non-confrontational and most likely to succeeded. He s an excellent advocate for his clients and he gets the job done. I highly recommend him.

Anthony Falcone, Elder law Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Not only have I worked with Matt on several cases on a professional level but I have hired him personally on three different occasions because of his zealous representation and no nonsense approach, he ensured that our interests were protected. I have heard nothing but great things from any of my clients who have hired Matt and I will continue to refer him now and in the future.

Somair Alam, General practice Attorney on Feb 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Steven Kommor, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 27, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Tannenbaum as well as refer several of my client's to him who have specialized legal needs in the field of Mr. Tannenbaum expertise. He is an exceptional attorney with tremendous knowledge and experience. I would not hesitate using him for my own personal legal needs.

Anthony Falcone, Elder law Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Not only have I worked with Matt on several cases on a professional level but I have hired him personally on three different occasions because of his zealous representation and no nonsense approach, he ensured that our interests were protected. I have heard nothing but great things from any of my clients who have hired Matt and I will continue to refer him now and in the future.

Christopher Leroi, Mediation Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Tannenbaum is an exceptional attorney. Although I have been practicing law for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney, I learn from his responses on Avvo every time that he posts. If I needed an attorney, I would hire him. I recommend him with no reservation. It would be the best investment of your life to hire him to represent you.

Mark Masini, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 29, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Matt has an excellent record in resolving traffic matters.

Herbert Auger, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 19, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Matt is a superb lawyer. I have worked with Matt in the past and highly recommend him for all personal injury related matters.

Richard Chertock, Real estate Attorney on Feb 12, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is very knowledgable and a pleasure to work with. He always fights for his clients best interest but does so in a manner which is non-confrontational and most likely to succeeded. He s an excellent advocate for his clients and he gets the job done. I highly recommend him.

Eric Stepanov, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Dec 8, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Tannenbaum is an active member of the avvo community. I enjoy and learn a lot from his knowledge and expertise and highly recommend him!

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