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Pilar Moya-Mancera, executive d\Director Housing Help at grand opening of the Town of Huntington's Emergency Rental Assistance Program Center at 95 Broadway, Greelawn, on Aug. 20. Credit: Debbie Egan-Chin

Getting a notice that says your lease will not be renewed is enough to send a chill down any New York City renter’s spine. Suddenly, you are scrambling to figure out your legal rights, your budget, and where you will sleep next month. On the flip side, property owners looking to part ways with a […]

Living in New York comes with its fair share of surprises. Sometimes those surprises are great, like finding a hidden gem of a coffee shop in your neighborhood. Other times, they are an absolute nightmare, like waking up to a massive ceiling leak or realizing your apartment has no heat in the middle of January. […]

Life in New York changes fast. We get it. Whether you have landed a dream job across the country, are navigating an unexpected family emergency, or simply cannot spend another sleepless night above that noisy corner bar, you might find yourself needing to move out before your lease is up. While leases are legally binding […]

The Law Office of Bradley D. Schnur, Esq., P.C. recently secured a favorable result for a client in Nassau County District Court involving a security deposit dispute following the termination of a residential tenancy. The Case The landlord commenced a small claims action against our client, a former tenant, seeking recovery for: Alleged property damage […]

When a tenant stops paying rent, it’s not just inconvenient; it’s stressful and expensive. Every missed payment puts pressure on your finances, especially if you’re managing mortgage payments, taxes, and property upkeep. At the Law Office of Bradley D. Schnur, Esq. P.C., we work with landlords throughout New York City, Nassau County, and Suffolk County […]

You’ve asked your landlord to fix that leak three times. The ceiling still drips. The heater still rattles. The smell of mold is getting stronger, and now your landlord won’t even reply. You might feel powerless right now, but under New York law, you are not. Every tenant in New York, from the Bronx to […]

The Law Office of Bradley D. Schnur, Esq. P.C. recently secured the dismissal of a residential holdover proceeding in Nassau County District Court after successfully opposing a Motion for Summary Judgment filed by the petitioner. The case centered on the petitioner’s attempt to evict occupants under RPAPL §713(5) after acquiring title to the property through a […]

The Law Office of Bradley D. Schnur, Esq. P.C. recently secured the dismissal of a residential holdover proceeding in Nassau County District Court after successfully opposing a Motion for Summary Judgment filed by the petitioner. The case centered on the petitioner’s attempt to evict occupants under RPAPL §713(5) after acquiring title to the property through […]

If you’re facing an eviction or need to start one, you’re probably wondering: how much does an eviction lawyer actually cost in New York? The honest answer is: it depends. Every eviction case is different. Costs vary based on the complexity of your situation, the court location, and whether the case is contested or resolved […]

Few things feel more unsettling than discovering your landlord has entered your home without asking. Whether you rent an apartment in Queens, a home in Nassau County, or a condo in Suffolk, the question remains the same: Can a landlord enter without permission in New York? At the Law Office of Bradley D. Schnur, Esq., […]