Don't Pack Your Bags Yet
An eviction notice isn't a done deal. We fight for your right to stay in your home.
The Situation
You received a Notice of Petition and Petition, or worse, a Marshal's Notice. Your landlord wants you out, and the clock is ticking. The court date is coming up fast, and you're not sure what to do.
What We Do
We file an Answer on your behalf, asserting every defense available under New York law. We appear in court with you, negotiate with the landlord's attorney, and if necessary, take your case to trial. We know the judges, we know the procedures, and we know how to buy you time.
What You Can Expect
Many eviction cases result in favorable settlements: rent abatements, time to move, lease renewals, or outright dismissal. Even when you owe rent, there are often defenses that can reduce what you owe or give you time to pay.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- • Ignoring court papers hoping they'll go away
- • Not showing up to your court date
- • Agreeing to a stipulation without understanding it
- • Not raising defenses in your Answer
- • Waiting until the Marshal is at your door to call a lawyer
Relevant Laws
- RPAPL Article 7 (Summary Proceedings)
- Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act (2019)
- NYC Admin Code §26-521 (Good Cause Eviction)
- Real Property Law §235-b (Warranty of Habitability)