Areas of Practice

Yes, New York requires an attorney for real estate closings. Our firm ensures all contracts are legally sound, conducts title reviews, and manages the closing process to protect your interests.

We assist homeowners by negotiating loan modifications, short sales, and foreclosure defense strategies to help them stay in their homes or minimize financial loss.

Our per diem services cover court appearances in Suffolk and Nassau Supreme Court, District Court, and Surrogate’s Court for attorneys who need representation in their absence.

Yes, we provide corporate law services, including contract drafting, business formation, dispute resolution, and litigation representation for businesses of all sizes.

If you are facing a contract dispute, partnership disagreement, or corporate litigation, we can help negotiate solutions and represent you in court if necessary.

A power of attorney is a legal document that gives someone you trust the authority to make financial, legal, or healthcare decisions on your behalf. If you become incapacitated, your designated agent can step in and manage your affairs without going to court.

You should review your estate plan every 3 to 5 years and after any major life event. Marriage, divorce, a new child, or the death of a beneficiary or executor are all reasons to update your documents. An outdated plan can create confusion and legal problems for your family.

Without an estate plan, your assets go through New York's intestate succession process. The state decides who inherits your property, and the result may not match what you would have wanted. Working with a probate attorney on Long Island helps you avoid that outcome and keeps the process out of the court's hands.

The executor of your estate is responsible for executing the terms of your will. When choosing an executor, it’s important to select someone who is trustworthy and capable of managing your estate. This person could be a family member, a close friend, or a professional as an estate planning attorney. While you can change the executor at any time, making a thoughtful choice can ease the probate process for your loved ones.

A Long Island estate planning attorney knows New York's specific laws around wills, trusts, probate, and estate taxes. We help you build a plan that covers every document you need, keeps your wishes legally binding, and holds up in Surrogate's Court if it ever comes to that.

A will spells out who gets what after you pass. A trust lets you manage and distribute assets during your lifetime and after, without going through probate court. Both protect your family from unnecessary legal fights and tax problems. Most Long Island families need at least a will, a power of attorney, and a health care proxy to start.

If you die without an estate plan in New York, your estate goes through probate and gets divided by state law. Your assets may end up with people you didn't intend. The process is slow, expensive, and completely avoidable with even a basic will and power of attorney in place.

It’s never too early to consult an estate planning attorney. It’s especially important to seek professional advice if you’re experiencing major life changes, such as getting married, having children, or facing health issues. Early planning ensures that your wishes are clearly documented, your loved ones are protected, and your estate is properly managed.

Landlords must return your security deposit within a specified timeframe, minus any deductions for documented damages beyond normal wear and tear.

Don't ignore it. An eviction notice has strict deadlines, and missing them can result in a default judgment against you. A tenant attorney can review the notice, check whether your landlord followed proper procedures, and represent you in court if the eviction is unfair or illegal.

You have the right to a safe and livable apartment under New York law. If you're dealing with pest infestations, broken heating, leaking pipes, or other habitability problems, a tenant attorney can help you communicate with your landlord and push for repairs. If the landlord refuses, we can take legal action to protect your health and safety.

Start by serving the correct notice. The type of notice depends on whether it's a non-payment case or a holdover. After the notice period expires, you file in court. From there, you go through a hearing, get a judgment, and work with the sheriff to complete the eviction if needed. Sugarman Law handles every step so the process doesn't get thrown out on a technicality.

Have a landlord-tenant attorney review your lease before you use it. A solid lease that complies with New York housing laws protects both you and your tenants. It should cover rent, maintenance responsibilities, and tenant obligations clearly so there's nothing to argue about later.