INSIGHTS | By: Daniel R. Bernard | August 23, 2019
The end of June is an exciting time in the United States Supreme Court, because the Court issues many of its opinions on the cases heard during that term, before recessing until the first Monday in October. This past term was especially rare, as the Court heard a...INSIGHTS | By: John F. Shea | August 6, 2019
While City landlords were infuriated by certain provisions of the recently enacted Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 applicable to long term urban rentals, local landlords should be aware that important aspects of the legislation apply statewide....INSIGHTS | By: Craig H. Handler | July 16, 2019
A man from Silver Creek, New York had his conviction under the SAFE Act overturned by the Appellate Division, Fourth Judicial Department. The Appellate Court unanimously ruled that the indictment against Benjamin Wassell is dismissed and the judgement against him...INSIGHTS | By: Craig H. Handler | June 20, 2019
It is not uncommon for one or more unmarried individuals to acquire real property together. Sometimes, the property is acquired through inheritance, or perhaps the parties purchased the property for investment purposes. Either way, what happens when the co-owners can...INSIGHTS | By: Reza Ebrahimi | February 22, 2019
It’s almost spring, the traditional start of the homebuying season. Buying a house requires a lot of time and effort. These “5 Home-Buying Hacks” can help make the process manageable and guide you to make the best decisions...INSIGHTS | By: | April 24, 2018
The Appellate Division, Second Department recently issued an interesting decision concerning brokerage commissions in Regency Homes Realty Group, Inc. v. Leo and Laura, LLC, 155 A.D.3d 1075, 1077 (2d Dept. 2017). The case illustrates that, although a brokerage...INSIGHTS | By: Craig H. Handler | April 23, 2018
One of the occupational hazards faced by brokers is the fight to recover a commission after a transaction has been successfully completed. When a seller or landlord fails to pay the broker’s fee, the New York Real Property Law and, under some circumstances, the...NEWS | March 9, 2018
LIBN Who’s Who – Kathryn Dalli Esq. Intellectual Property Kathryn Dalli is a partner at Twomey Latham. Dalli’s practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, including business matters, commercial and residential foreclosures, intellectual...INSIGHTS | By: Christopher D. Kelley | August 15, 2017
Adverse Possession is when a person makes a claim to real property not based on buying it or receiving a deed for it but because they have possessed or occupied the property in a manner adverse to the true owner. The concept, dating back in English history, is that a...NEWS | February 2, 2017
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo is pleased to announce that Reza Ebrahimi has become a partner in the firm. Mr. Ebrahimi is a general practitioner with a concentration in commercial transactions, real estate and business law. He is experienced in...NEWS | September 30, 2016
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo LLP is pleased to announce that Katerina Grinko has joined the firm as an Associate Attorney. Ms. Grinko has a general practice with a focus on immigration, real estate, land use, zoning and general business...INSIGHTS | By: Kathryn Dalli | October 15, 2015
If you own a home within the Town of Southampton and want to rent your home, whether it be annually, seasonally or monthly, it is imperative that you apply for and obtain a rental permit from the Town. If you already have rented your home without having obtained a...