Landlord-Tenant Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Our client a boutique NYC real estate firm located in Midtown Manhattan , is seeking a highly skilled Associate Attorney specializing in co-op, condo, and landlord-tenant law in New York City . This role requires a deep understanding of governance for co-ops and condos, Housing Court procedures, and landlord-tenant litigation, including expertise in rent stabilization and lease negotiations . The position offers the opportunity to handle diverse real estate legal issues, from litigation to advising boards and landlords, while participating in marketing and training initiatives. This is a great opportunity to join a collegial, well-established law firm. Comprehensive medical benefits + PTO + bonus opportunity + 401K!

Responsibilities :

• Represent clients in Housing Court for non-payment and holdover proceedings.
• Draft and review legal documents, including rent demands, termination notices, predicate notices, and settlement agreements.
• Manage plenary actions such as breach of contract and lease disputes.
• Provide legal counsel on lease defaults, modifications, and eviction matters.
• Represent co-op and condo boards, landlords, and property owners in courts and administrative proceedings.
• Handle litigation involving unauthorized alterations, access refusals, construction damage, injunctions, and trespass cases.
• Conduct all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and trials.
• Prosecute and defend complex commercial lease and property disputes.
• Advise clients on governance and operational issues related to co-ops and condos.
• Participate in marketing and training initiatives to support firm growth.
• Active license to practice law in the state of New York.
• 4-8 years of experience in co-op, condo, and landlord-tenant law.
• Extensive knowledge of Housing Court procedures and landlord-tenant litigation.
• Expertise in handling rent stabilization issues and lease negotiations.
• Strong litigation skills, including drafting motions, conducting discovery, and managing trials.
• Ability to represent clients in various court settings, including Housing Court, Civil Court, and Supreme Court.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks effectively.