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Real Estate

NEW YORK REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY

Real estate is an important investment. Whether you are purchasing or selling commercial or residential real estate, proper safeguards will protect your investment.

New York lawyer James J. Douglas has more than 25 years in real estate law, including work at a Manhattan firm involving complex commercial real estate transactions. From the simple residential transactions to complex commercial real estate deals, Mr. Douglas has the experience and understanding of real estate law to protect client interests.

He is adept at negotiating and reviewing contracts and managing real estate closings.

Mr. Douglas assists commercial and residential clients in obtaining financing. He also handles foreclosure defense and counseling when financial agreements are in jeopardy.

Loss of one's home to mortgage foreclosure is an unfortunate and all too frequent occurrence. Mr. Douglas takes pride in his ability to recognize a case where the foreclosure plaintiff has gone too far and to protect the rights of homeowners who have been “steam rolled” by the foreclosure process. Mr. Douglas has had success in reopening the foreclosure case after judgment, and even after sale, to enable homeowners to open or reopen negotiations with the mortgage lender and possibly effect a modification of the mortgage loan.

The firm’s real estate practice includes:

Landlord-Tenant

James J. Douglas negotiates and drafts commercial and residential leases that protect his clients’ rights. These agreements typically set forth the rights and responsibilities of each party during the lease and at the conclusion of the rental period.

All leases should contain a description of the leased premises, the duration of the lease, commencement and ending dates of occupancy, the rent to be paid, the security for the tenant’s obligations, identification of events of default and provisions for the respective parties’ remedies in the event of default.

Generally speaking, commercial leases are more complex than residential. Typically, a lease sets forth the following obligations:

For the tenant:

 For the landlord:

Lease negotiations address the allocation of the landlord’s and tenant’s responsibilities. While the issues can be left to the respective imaginations of the parties and their counsel, negotiations will often include: 

Disputes:

When disputes arise because of either party’s failure to comply with the requirements of the lease, Mr. Douglas reviews the applicable language and pursues compliance, eviction or compensation as necessary, through negotiation or litigation.

General Civil Litigation

NEW YORK GENERAL PRACTICE ATTORNEY

At James J. Douglas, P.C., the quest for excellence in the courtroom has earned the firm a reputation for reliability among clients and the legal community. Clients often seek Mr. Douglas’ counsel on personal matters, such as family law, real estate transactions, and wills, trusts and estates.

Mr. Douglas offers effective and professional representation that consistently serves general legal needs. Clients throughout Long Island and the New York metropolitan area receive innovative strategies and solid results.

Mr. Douglas has extensive experience in general civil matters, including:

James J. Douglas solves legal problems in a professional, cost-effective manner. He represents business clients throughout Long Island and the New York metropolitan area.