$ 575-575 per hour
Eduardo A. Fajardo
also known as Ed Fajardo
About Eduardo
Biography
Transactional and litigation (including landlord-tenant) counsel in real estate related matters I am ready to represent you with honesty, integrity, gritty toughness, and over 26 years of real estate (landlord-tenant) expertise. One of my professional callings is the negotiation of life-changing tenancy buyouts. I look forward to assisting you with the knowledge and stamina necessary to fully advance your rights. Thank you for researching and considering me as your advocate. Specialties: Successfully handle real estate litigations at both the trial and appellate levels; In connection with New York real estate issues, quoted in the New York Times and Habitat Magazine.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Landlord or Tenant
50%
28 years
Real Estate
50%
28 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
20%-20%
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in New York for 27 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of E. Fajardo P.C.
4 Reeder Road, Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
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Eduardo A. Fajardo's Reviews
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Posted by J | December 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Great lawyer
Ed did a phenomenal job with our landlord tenant negotiation. The negotiation took a couple of years due to the landlords initial unwillingness to get the amount we wanted. Ed was with us the whole way and was alway available and in communication even on weekends. He was eventually able to get us the...
Posted by Paul | December 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Excellent and proactive
I have worked with Ed for many years on numerous different landlord-tenant issues. He is proactive, fair, and always looking for cost-effective and speedy rather than running up hours. He has a ton of experience on both sides of the landlord-tenant spectrum, which I have greatly benefited from.
Posted by Casey | June 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Fantastic Tenant Lawyer
When my landlord tried to wrongfully kick myself and other tenants out of our building. I made the good decision to hire Ed Fajardo. He expertly navigated and coached me through all the court filings, and did so with patience, prompt replies and sound advice. During the settlement process, Ed took c...
Eduardo Fajardo
Replied last June 08, 2023Thank you for your kind words. When things go well and a client is happy it lifts my spirits. Going forward, if you ever need an attorney for any issue, you can always call on me. If the legal issue is outside my practice, I’ll assist in trying to find the right counsel to assist you. I wish you all the best.
Posted by Jacqueline | September 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
The best lawyer I can ask for!
Ed is an exceptional lawyer! He was able to help me evict a tenant who was destroying my property. He knew how to navigate the laws and defended me. I am so grateful for his help in winning my case.
Posted by former client | July 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Exceptional Attorney
Ed Fajardo represented me in a complex real estate matter that involved multiple parties for several years. He is an exceptional attorney that will devote himself to your case no matter how big or small, listen to your concerns, and fight zealously to win for his client. He is a skilled litigator, an...
Eduardo A. Fajardo's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ed is knowledgeable, professional, responsive, courteous, and a fierce advocate. He handled a real estate negotiation for my firm and resolved an ongloing dispute in record time. He is simply the best!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer.Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."
"Ed and I have some clients together. He is a results-driven attorney who is service-oriented and works diligently to advance his clients' interests."
"Ed is a superb lawyer. He is very experienced and effective. I have worked with him on several matters and recommend him without hesitation."
"I worked with Ed at the same law firm for several years and have also referred clients and consulted with him for over 10 years. I have consulted and sought guidance from Ed for both landlord/tenant and transactional real estate matters. He is extremely knowledgeable and experienced with the complicated Landlord/Tenant laws, rules and regulations in New York. Given his knowledge of these practice areas of law and his excellent presentation skills, he is not only a client-friendly lawyer and trusted colleague, but he excels in court based on his professionalism and respect bestowed upon him from the judges. I give my unconditional endorsement to Ed as a lawyer and a trusted colleague and friend."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Distinguished Faculty, Lorman Education Services
2012
Clients' Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of E. Fajardo P.C.
2002 - 2024
Partner, De Lotto & Fajardo LLP
1998 - 2002
Attorney, Fishbein Badillo Wagner Harding
Associations
2003 - 2008
George Jackson AcademyTrustee
Sample of Legal Cases
71st Street Properties v. Nunez (Index No. 158625/23)
Settled with Tenant securing a 1.8M tenancy buyout.
In re 71st Street Properties (DHCR Docket No.: KW410002OE)
DHCR denied Landlord's Petition
469 Columbus Retail v. Biscuits & Bath (Index No.: 650577/18, NY Co Sup Ct)
Landlord's claims denied.
Bank of America v. Sonhee Shim (Index No.: 33972/09 Queens Supt Ct)
Lender's motion to vacate a prior discontinuance of a foreclosure action was denied.
In Re Jeremy Tausch (NY Sup Ct Index No.: 101110/15)
Resolved with a multi million dollar tenancy buyout in Tenant's favor.
201 W. 54th St. Buyer v. Rodin
Landlord's appeal denied and matter settled with a multimillion dollar settlement in tenants' favor.
25 Broad St. LLC v. Thomas Bransford
Defendants awarded summary judgment
Freund & Freund v. Biscuits & Bath Tribeca, LLC
Eviction petition dismissed after trial
City of New York v. D Pistikos
Case dismissed after trial
Parker Yellowstone, L.P. v.Wolpow
Judgment of Possession Awarded to Landlord
Pistikos v. Matin
Judgment Awarded after Trial
ST Owner LP v. Perea, Civ. Ct. N.Y. Co.
Case dismissed after trial
Parker Forest Hills, L.P. v. Lieberman, Civ. Ct. Queens Co.,
Granted a judgment of possession after trial
229 West 109th Street Corp. v. Santiago, Civ. Ct. N.Y. Co.
Case Discontinued and Attorneys Fees Awarded
Yen v. 9 East 45th St. L.P.
Declaratory Judgment Awarded
L’Oreal USA Inc. v. PM Hotel Assocs.
Summary Judgment Awarded to Defendant
N&S Sassouni v. Mary’s Dairy First Ave
Nonpayment Proceeding Dismissed
PWV Acquisition, LLC v. Rodriguez
Dismissal of Petition Affirmed
Addeson Holding Corp. v. Khodosh
Nonpayment Proceeding Dismissed
Tighe v. Kostoglou
Summary Judgment Granted on Appeal
Spivak v. Abrahamson
Judgment of Possession Awarded to Landlord
Connolly v. The Jack Parker Corp.
Summary Judgment Awarded to Defendant
Ladle Parking Corp. v. Parker 36 Garage Assocs.
Summary Judgment Awarded to Defendant
Woodrow Ct v. Levine
Partial Summary Judgment Granted
Alamanaan Enterprises, Inc. v. Seventh Chelsea Assocs.
Dismissal of Complaint Affirmed
Vink v. D.H.C.R.
Dismissal of Article 78 Affirmed
SJW Assocs. v. Rofay Realty Co.
Motion to Dismiss Granted
833 Madison Enterprises, Inc. v. A.L. Holdings, Inc. (Index No.: 112729/10)
Defendant's summary judgment motion denied by Judge Joan A. Madden by Decision dated April 22, 2013
Patmos Fifth Real Estate Inc. v. Mazl Building, LLC, et al. (Index No.: 108421/11)
Defendants' appeal denied by First Department, by Decision dated January 8, 2015
833 Madison Enterprises v. A. L. Holdings (NY Sup Ct Index No.: 112729/10
Motion dedided March 16, 2011
Education
1997
Fordham University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Syracuse University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Residential and Commercial Landlord-Tenant Law in New York
Commercial Disputes
2009
Townhouse Mania
Townhouse History, Investment Property, Fair Housing and Discrimination
2008
Townhouse Mania
Residential - Townhouse History, Investment Property, Fair Housing and Discrimination
2007
Landlord and Tenant Law in NewYork
Landlord Tenant Law
Publications
2015
New York Law Journal
Panel Affirms Denial of Foreclosure Claim
2010
2010
Syracuse University
The Our Time Has Come Scholarship Campaign: Keep Those Dreams Coming
2009
CBS New York City 6pm News
NYC Electricity Rent Hikes
2003
New York Times
YOUR HOME; Court Ruling Broadens Co-op Power
2003
Habitat Magazine
When Conduct Becomes Objectionable
2003
New York Post
Bowie Bond-er Gets Co-op Boot
2002
New York Times
Uncertainty On Evictions In Co-ops
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to stop a fraud documentation by landlord of rent stabilized apt ?
12 Dec 2024
Q&A
If me and my mom are both tenant then how is she able to kick me out?
01 Aug 2023
Q&A
If I am 20 and living with my parents and I have no money, can I be kicked out?
01 Feb 2021