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Tenants guide to NYC housing court
Going to Court
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What to Bring to Court
Checklist of Items to Bring With You to Housing Court: __ All court papers and other papers you have received from your landlord. __ Your lease and renewal leases, if…
Holdover Cases
A holdover case is brought by a landlord to evict a tenant or the person in the apartment for reasons other than simple nonpayment of rent. A holdover case is…
Where Can I Go for Help?
To find a lawyer: Lawsuits brought in Housing Court should be taken seriously. Your landlord will probably have the assistance of a lawyer, and you should find a lawyer to…
How Legal Papers are Served
There are only three ways to deliver or “serve” a notice of petition and petition in nonpayment and holdover cases. The notice of termination and the notice to quit usually…
How to Be Prepared to Resolve Housing Problems
Keep records, even if you have never had a problem with the apartment or building you live in. You should always keep the following in a safe place: 1. Your…
How to Force Your Landlord to Make Repairs
If your landlord sues you for nonpayment of rent and you have conditions that need repair in your apartment, be sure to tell Clerk when you file your answer When…
How to Request a Housing Inspection
If you have problems in your apartment or building, even before there is a court case, you can call 311 and request a housing inspection. If an inspection is made,…
Illegal Lockout Proceedings
In most situations, a landlord may not attempt to evict a tenant without first bringing the tenant to court and obtaining a judgment of possession and a warrant of eviction….