Scolnick Law

The firm:

• Focuses on real estate matters, including transactions and related civil litigation.
• Combines the individualized attention of a smaller office with the professionalism and efficiency associated with larger firms.
• Has earned 250+ five-star reviews, reflecting its emphasis on service, responsiveness, and client satisfaction.

Practice focus

Scolnick Law concentrates on:

• Real estate transactions (residential and commercial)
• Landlord–tenant matters
• Real estate and related civil litigation
• Business and entity matters connected to real estate
• Estate planning documents related to clients' personal and property needs

Where Scolnick Law practices

Based on the website, Scolnick Law serves clients in:

• New York
• New Jersey
• Ohio
• Florida

The firm is particularly active in New York City and Ohio, with physical offices in Manhattan, Queens, and Akron, Ohio.

For questions about whether your matter or location is a fit for the firm, clients should contact the office directly for more information.

Entity formation

Scolnick Law assists with creating business entities, such as corporations or limited liability companies (LLCs), in connection with real estate or small business needs.

Services can include advising on the legal aspects of:

• Choosing an appropriate business structure for your situation
• Forming the entity in compliance with applicable requirements

Business transactions

The firm handles general business transactions, especially where real estate or related assets are involved. This can include advising on and preparing transaction documents.

Representative matters include:

• Business transactions: Drafting and reviewing contracts related to the operation or transfer of a business.
• Asset purchase transactions: Handling the legal aspects of purchasing or selling business assets, including assets connected to real estate.

Clients with specific or complex business needs should speak directly with the firm to confirm whether Scolnick Law is the right fit for their matter.

Estate planning services

Scolnick Law provides estate planning services that complement its real estate and civil practice, helping clients plan for the management and transfer of their assets.

Wills

• Assisting clients with the preparation and review of wills, which direct how their property will be distributed after death.

Trusts

• Helping clients establish or review trusts in order to manage and distribute assets according to their goals and circumstances.

Powers of attorney

• Preparing powers of attorney, which authorize a trusted person to act on a client's behalf in financial or other matters, as appropriate.

Health care proxy

• Assisting with health care proxy documents, which designate someone to make medical decisions if a client becomes unable to do so.

Clients with detailed estate planning questions, including tax or investment-related issues, should contact the firm directly, as specific advice will depend on each person's situation and goals.

Real estate and landlord–tenant services

Scolnick Law is a real estate-focused firm handling a wide range of residential and commercial real estate and landlord–tenant matters.

Residential real estate

The firm handles matters such as:

• Purchase and sale – residential: Representing buyers and sellers in residential real estate closings.
• Residential leasing: Reviewing, negotiating, and advising on residential lease agreements.
• Residential lending: Assisting with legal aspects of residential financing.

Landlord–tenant representation

Scolnick Law represents parties in landlord–tenant matters, including issues that may arise in connection with residential or commercial properties.

• Landlord/tenant representation: Advising and advocating for landlords or tenants in disputes and negotiations.

Commercial real estate transactions

The firm handles commercial purchase and sale transactions and related matters. Its approach, as described on the website, emphasizes:

• Careful contract negotiation, including "what if" contingencies designed to protect the client's interests.
• Cost analysis: Explaining financial implications and obligations.
• Tailored solutions: Addressing issues specific to each transaction.
• Due diligence: Identifying potential risks before they become liabilities.
• Title structuring: Advising on ways to hold ownership.

Representative commercial services include:

• Commercial purchase/sale
• Commercial landlord/tenant matters
• Commercial leasing

Real estate disputes and litigation

Scolnick Law also assists with real estate disputes and related litigation, including:

• Partition actions: Helping co-owners resolve disputes over how property is owned or used, including situations where a court may divide property or order a sale with proceeds divided.
• Quiet title actions: Addressing title issues and disputes over ownership.
• Ejectment matters: Seeking removal of parties who are occupying property without a legal right to remain, in appropriate circumstances.
• Real estate litigation: Handling contested real estate matters and related civil litigation.

Clients with specific real estate needs should contact the firm to discuss their particular situation and to find out whether Scolnick Law can assist.

General contact

• Email: Office@Scolnicklaw.com

New York City offices

Manhattan office

• Phone: (212) 709-8339
• Address: 30 Wall Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10005

Queens office

• Phone: (718) 554-6445
• Address: 84-03 Cuthbert Road, Suite 1B, Kew Gardens, NY 11415

Ohio office

Akron office

• Phone: (330) 800-9565
• Address: 1014 Kenmore Blvd., Akron, OH 44314

Notes about availability

• The website highlights that phone calls can be made at any time and will be answered by a 24-hour answering service.
• Specific in-office meeting hours are not listed on the website. Clients should call or email to confirm availability and schedule consultations before visiting an office in person.

Lists Kew Gardens, Manhattan, New York City, Queens, Akron, and Kenmore as a location. Names Florida, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and New York City as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published.

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