Do I need a real estate lawyer?

Yes you should consult with an attorney immediately. You should have a title search done to see who is on title and what liens exist against the...

My ex refuses to sign a contract with a real estate agent to sell the house. How can I get my name off the mortgage? NY state

Since you already have a court order which is enforceable you should go back to divorce court to enforce that order - seek a declaratory judgment...

Hi, I live in coop apt building. My apt was total damaged by Hurricaine Sandy. Who must clean my apt. Board of directors or me?

Unless the house rules and by-laws dictate otherwise, you are responsible for the contents of the apartment and the coop board is responsible for...

Your contract should state a closing date. This could be stated as either an on or about, on or before, or as a time is of the essence date. If it...

Your lawyer should be explaining to you what a proffer is in detail before you make a decision. I am assuming that this is a criminal matter. If...

I terminated my apartment contractor on Monday, Nov. 19. I may loose my deposit. Do I have cover his entire loss?

Given that the contractor has not been able to produce a certficate of insurance which is a prerequisite to being permitted to work in the coop, and

I terminated my apartment contractor on Monday, Nov. 19. I may loose my deposit. Do I have cover his entire loss?

Given that the contractor has not been able to produce a certficate of insurance which is a prerequisite to being permitted to work in the coop,...

Do I need a realty attorney?

You definitely need an attorney. You are referring to a sale with the seller taking back a purchase money mortgage as security for payment of the...

A production company in LA wants to buy life rights to my story. I have a drafted contract which I need to have reviewed.

You should contact an entertainment attorney in New York.

Please advise as to the below.

The answer is that yes it is common practice to add his name to the ratainer, however, it is not necessary. The reason is that in order for an...