Purchase and Sale, and Leasing of office, industrial, shopping center, multi-tenanted and mixed-use buildings. We offer creative solutions to all phases of real estate, from purchase, to construction, development and leasing.
Representing developers, contractors and lenders, in connection with private and public projects, from contract drafting and negotiations, to resolution of construction disputes , including mechanics' liens and construction claim in all courts.
Business formations, shareholder agreements, asset sales, stock purchase agreements and dissolutions. As outside General Counsel, we help clients with I.P. licensing, employment practices and other issues regarding corporate governance.
Commercial Litigation, including complex business disputes, construction claims, business divorce, real estate and employment matters, shareholder disputes, and breach of contract claims, including appeals in all courts. Former NYC prosecutor.
We fight for our clients and guide their success. The firm focuses on litigated and transactional commercial, construction and real estate matters. Mr. Crabtree’s varied and extensive litigation experience includes representing large and small businesses, corporations and individuals in complex business disputes in State and Federal courts, as well as in administrative proceedings and arbitration tribunals.
Mr. Crabtree has tried numerous cases in both federal and state courts, and has argued appeals before the New York State Court of Appeals, the Appellate Divisions of the First and Second Departments and the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Prior to establishing the firm, Mr. Crabtree was counsel to Farrell Fritz, P.C., and also served as an Assistant District Attorney with the Appeals and Felony Trial Bureaus in Queens County.
Specialties: PRACTICE AREAS: Commercial Litigation; Construction Services & Litigation; Real Estate Litigation; Real Estate Transactions; Commercial Transactions; Estate Planning & Litigation
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Commercial real estate Attorney | Mar 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I strongly endorse Andrew. I have known him for several years and he demonstrates a depth of knowledge and diligence to get the best result for his clients. Andrew and his team will not be outworked. His long-time clients and repeat clients are a living testimony to his knowledge and work ethic. He is easy to work with, honest and gets results. This explains why his clients stay with him and regularly call when wise counsel is needed."
Commercial real estate Attorney | Jan 07
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"Andrew Crabtree is an absolute Renaissance man. I endorse Andrew without blinking an eye. It is not often you meet a fellow attorney who can answer questions and provide legal advice across a broad spectrum of practice areas. To say Andrew is knowledgeable would be an embarrassing understatement. Real Estate, Commercial, you name it, he has likely dealt with it at some point in his illustrious career. An ace in the hole when his colleagues need legal tutelage, Andrew treats clients I have referred to him exactly as I would, which is all a colleague can ask. He makes sure his clients will not be set up for disaster, putting them in the most advantageous position possible with his excellent contractual drafting and review skills. Andrew is absolutely worthy of my endorsement, as he is one of the best in his field."
Commercial real estate Attorney | Dec 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Crabtree for a number of years and know him to be nothing short of the consummate professional. I have referred a number of clients to Mr. Crabtree who have reported back to me details of his professionalsim, availability and knowledge. I am proud to refer Mr. Crabtree my clients seeking assistance with corporate and business issues as well as commercial litigation matters. I offer my strongest endorsement to Andrew Crabtree."
Real estate Attorney | Dec 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Andrew has worked on various matters for me, displaying a sense of diligence and thoroughness expected of an attorney. He also sets the proper expectations and follows through on what he promises"
Commercial real estate Attorney | Dec 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"My father was selling a business that was overrun with problems. We had to deal with a difficult partner, a clueless buyer and a multitude of other issues. Andrew sat down with us and explained all of our options, backed up by his expert legal knowledge and advice. The deal was completed and my father is enjoying his retirement knowing that because of Andrew he can breath easy. My highest recommendation."
Commercial real estate Attorney | Dec 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer.
Mr. Crabtree possesses the all-too elusive blend of book-smarts, street-smarts and court room acumen.
A skilled litigator with decades of experience, Mr. Crabtree always knows the best strategy from the outset.
Any small business owner would be wise to have Mr. Crabtree in his or her corner."