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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for New York on
Q: If a new owner purchased a home we rent, how much notice does he have to give us if he serves us eviction papers?

Prior to our new owners closing our home on 8/3, we were offered to stay here ( he resides locally, but not here) and our rent would go from $2400 a month to $2700 a month. We were told by the realtor that they agreed we could stay here for one year, month to month at $2700 We accepted that offer.... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 28, 2022

Is there currently a Lease Agreement in effect? At the very least, have you to be given 90 days notice, and then you would first be served with the proceeding. Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.

Jack

2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for New York on
Q: I am leaving my real property to my daughter. Can I provide any provision in my will or can she which would not allow

My son in law to inherit this property

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Jul 30, 2022

If you leave the real property to your daughter by Will, she will inherit it entirely and the son-in-law will have no interest in the property. She will inherit it as "separate property," not subject to equitable distribution. She should consult counsel as to how to maintain it as... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate Law for New York on
Q: My mother passed away and had 4 children. What's the easiest process to get her house sold and have proceeds split?

The house is in her name, her live-in boyfriend has a few bills in his name but not on the house.

She did NOT have a will.

The house is in semi-okay condition. It needs a lot of work. I would like to know how/when I should get the process started for putting her house on the market... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Jul 2, 2022

A proceeding must be filed in Surrogate's Court to have an Administrator appointed as fiduciary of the estate. The Administrator can have the house sold and divide the proceeds.

Regarding the sale of the house, Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.

Jack

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1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims for New York on
Q: Where to take legal action for an invoice nonpayment when the client is in a different state?

Hi,

One of my clients has failed to pay the remainder of an invoice ($2000) that was due months ago. Every month I remind him and he comes up with excuses. I've been very patient and understanding but its been too long and I want to take legal action.

I am Freelance Visual... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Jun 30, 2022

Often, a contract between parties specifies jurisdiction. If yours does not, consider adding that provision.

Depending on the facts, jurisdiction may lie in New York, California or both.

It doesn't pay to retain counsel for a $2,000.00 claim.

Have a free telephone...
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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Probate for New York on
Q: Does Rights of Survivorship pertain to the property deed and/or recorded mortgage?

Two people listed on the recorded mortgage but only one of them on the recorded property deed. What weight, if any, does the other (not on recorded deed) on the mortgage have in regards to ownership of the property?

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Jun 27, 2022

Rights of survivorship are generally applicable to deeds, whether by tenancy by the entirety or joint tenants with rights of survivorship. Ancillary Promissory Notes and Mortgages would need to be analyzed independently.

Jack

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1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law and Libel & Slander for New York on
Q: Can I post someone’s full name & DOB on social media? The person raped me in my sleep
Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Sep 23, 2023

What exactly do you propose to post on social media? Just name and DOB? Or rape allegation also?

Jack

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts for New York on
Q: hi, is there anyway I can help in a contract case online?
Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Sep 18, 2023

Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.

Jack

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for New York on
Q: My fiancé refinance home 1yr ago / now they want there money saying the loan was done fraudulently/ there was a mistake

The girls or broker that did her loan got let go and apparently they the mortgage company are coming after us after numerous phone calls to them they didn’t know nothing

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Sep 9, 2023

Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.

Jack

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for New York on
Q: Do I need to have a PLLC in order to hire therapists for a therapy group practice in New York?

I am a mental health counselor who recently applied for a PLLC for the group practice I would like to start. In the meantime, I have set up an LLC, but I am unsure whether I am allowed to hire new therapists until I have a PLLC. I have a startup business lawyer and employment lawyer, each of which... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Sep 4, 2023

A PLLC is the preferred entity.

Jack

2 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for New York on
Q: How can a new property owner remove a tenant and what is the new owner responsible for?

I’m considering buying a property. On this property is a mobile/manufactured home in disrepair. The water lines are in danger of freezing, the oil heat is questionable, the slab is undermined and I’m not allowed to inspect. According to the real estate agent the tenant will be out 60 days after... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Sep 3, 2023

Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.

Jack

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2 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for New York on
Q: can i add a clause stating that the tenant has no right to cure a breach on a commercial lease in NYC
Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Sep 3, 2023

I don't think it would be enforceable, on several grounds.

Jack

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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for New York on
Q: I have a will from my dad thst states I’m to get 100,000. If there’s liquid asserts or all liquid assets if less then

One hundred thousand dollars it says if there are no liquid asssests in his estate when he dies then said distribution should lapse . Now my sister got the house that I’ve lived in fir 20 years n hurriedly transferred the house in her name and then there’s another house my father had that... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 30, 2023

Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.

Jack

3 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Contracts and Real Estate Law for New York on
Q: I entered into a contract with a company to sell my property to them but have not heard back. What are my options?

As the sale date nears i have not heard from them about my payment. Can i make them honor the contract?

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 27, 2023

You should be represented by counsel.

Jack

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Securities Law for New York on
Q: How do I proceed in removing a name fraudulently added to a stock certificate by a corrupt coop board member
Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 23, 2023

Either by voluntary agreement or by litigation.

Jack

1 Answer | Asked in Government Contracts, Contracts, Foreclosure and Real Estate Law for New York on
Q: what new york state form do I need for a partial assignment of inheritance expectancy between assignor and assignee ?

Hi im jermain I do asset recovery I audit time limited information from government agencies in order to find the claimant owed the money, I then charge a contingency fee for hours of work put into finding the claimant rightfully owed the money from the government, sometimes the claimant owed the... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 20, 2023

Another form question? Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.

Jack

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Government Contracts for New York on
Q: does queens county new york have an assignment of judgement praecipe ?

this question would be for a mortgage lawyer

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 20, 2023

Forms aside, what are you trying to do?

Jack

1 Answer | Asked in Government Contracts, Foreclosure and Business Law for New York on
Q: does new york state or local counties have an assignment of rights form ? by and between clients and agencies

by and between client and agency it could be a partial assignment of rights, or it could be a full assignment of rights, by and between a client and agencies

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 20, 2023

Not that I have ever heard of. What are you trying to do?

Jack

1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law for New York on
Q: I am divorced my ex husband and I agreed to deal with the house we have owned together for 23 years later and now...

I co-signed for his new condo and now he wants to force me to see the house. We owe $218 and our interest rate is only 2%. I still have my 15 year old living with me. In this current housing market I can't afford another house or the interest rates. I offered ti buy him out and he said no. He... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 17, 2023

Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.

Jack

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination for New York on
Q: Can a fashion designer not hire you as a model for a show if you’re diabetic with an insulin pump?

I was first offered the opportunity but then he had second thoughts because I wear an insulin pump. He’s afraid it may show or something would happen.

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 13, 2023

Both of his concerns can be overcome. I'm thinking ADA, but I don't think a lawsuit is in your interest. Other attorneys may disagree.

Jack

3 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for New York on
Q: Do I need to form a PLLC vs an LLC if I am Physical Therapist looking to start my own practice in NY?

I formed an LLC already. Unaware after reading some websites that licensed professionals are supposed to form a PLLC but I wanted to confirm if that is true.

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on Aug 13, 2023

My understanding is that the PLLC is required, or at least, preferred.

Jack

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