tenants' rights

Residential towers on the Upper East Side of Manhattan
Roommates + Landlords
I’ve sublet a rent-stabilized apartment in NYC for five years. How do I take it over?
By Celia Young |March 12, 2025 - 10:30AM
Unionized workers rallied outside of Legal Services NYC’s Manhattan office at 40 Worth St. in February amid contract negotiations. Signs read "Fair Contract Now!!"
Neighborhood Intel
Tenant attorneys and legal service workers secure contract, avoid strike
By Celia Young |March 11, 2025 - 2:30PM
small dog in the window of New York Brownstone
Troubleshooting
I have an emotional support animal. How do I get my new landlord to let me keep it?
By Celia Young |February 12, 2025 - 9:45AM
A red brick Brooklyn multifamily apartment building
Roommates + Landlords
5 things NYC tenants need to know before going on a rent strike
By Celia Young |February 10, 2025 - 10:30AM
Union members march in a circle on Monday afternoon in front of Queens Civil Court.
Rent
Legal services staffers and housing lawyers rally for a raise, warn of potential strike
By Celia Young |February 4, 2025 - 3:30PM
New York City, old apartment building with external fire ladder and ornamental carvings around windows
Roommates + Landlords
What undocumented tenants and apartment hunters should know about their rights in NYC
By Celia Young |January 31, 2025 - 1:00PM
Typical facade of an old residential building in Manhattan.
Roommates + Landlords
Is your landlord one of the worst in NYC? Here’s who you should avoid

… they take advantage and they know how to operate the system Justin Brasch founding partner of landlordtenant law … call 311 or make a report online These steps are crucial to create a record of your complaint but may not be enough to … collectively hire a lawyer contact your local city council member or seek out free legal counsel she added Know your …

By Celia Young |January 24, 2025 - 11:00AM
A young lady studying at the kitchen counter, utilizing a laptop and notepad.
Troubleshooting
New AI tool guides NYC tenants who need landlords to make repairs
By Celia Young |January 7, 2025 - 10:00AM
Single-family apartments in the Williamsburg neighborhood in New York (USA)
Roommates + Landlords
What is a rent-impairing violation for a NYC apartment?
By Celia Young |January 3, 2025 - 1:30PM