Your Trusted Advocates in Landlord Evictions and Housing Court
Dedicated to assisting landlords with their legal needs
Exceptional Track Record
We are here to walk you through every step of the eviction and housing court process. Ever-changing laws in New York State can make the eviction process complicated to navigate. We are here to take your case from start to finish, taking care of all forms, filing, service, and court dates which can be confusing and time-consuming and if done incorrectly, could cause your case to be dismissed, causing lost time and lost rent.
You can expect quick communication, regular updates about your case and the results you are looking for.
Assisting landlords in Erie and Niagara County navigate the complicated process of eviction court
Achieving a high success rate for non-payment and holdover evictions
Drawing from over two decades of experience in
landlord-tenant law
Evictions for Lease Violations
When a tenant violates their lease, a landlord can take steps to get the tenant to stop these actions. If the tenant does not stop violating the lease, an eviction for cause can commence. This process involves giving the tenant a set amount of time to fix the issue and then if not addressed, the case can be sent to the court to have a date set that the tenant needs to leave the property. If you feel your tenant violates the lease you can contact us for a review of the lease they signed and advice on the next steps.
Housing Court Representation
City and County inspectors can write code violations on a property giving the owner time to address and make fixes to the property. If the owner does not make these changes the violations can be sent to housing court. Attorney representation is now required for court and we are here to help. We will appear for each court date and submit evidence to the court of work completed on your violation or ask for more time for the work to be completed. Fines can be issued on a house that is in violation with the work left incomplete or a missed court date, these fines can be hundreds and sometimes thousands of dollars, let us ensure your case is closed out when the work is done.
Non Payment Evictions
When a tenant signs a lease, they are committing to paying rent, on time, for each month they reside in the unit. If a tenant stops paying rent, there are legal steps you can take to get the tenant back on track or in some cases removed from the property. This process can be confusing and includes a lot of steps to ensure the case is processed correctly. Properties owned by and LLC must have representation by an attorney in court, Let us take care of the process for you, if you provide us with a lease, ledger and some basic information we can see your case though from start to finish.
Legal Consultation for Landlords
The Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (HSTPA) began in June of 2019. This act introduced major changes in the rights tenants and landlords have. If you have questions about what rights you have as a landlord please contact us and we can ensure that you are in compliance as a landlord or helo you make the changes needed to align with the new laws in place.
Our Mission
Empowering Landlords in Legal Matters
At the Law Office of Michael J Herberger, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled legal support to landlords facing tenant disputes and property violations. Our team is committed to protecting the rights of property owners and ensuring fair resolutions in housing court proceedings. With a strong focus on landlord-tenant law, we strive to make a difference in the lives of our clients and the communities we serve.
"Law Office of Michael J. Herberger was very professional. knowledgeable, and handled everything efficiently. The process went smoothly, and I got the outcome I needed."
- Willie H.
"Michael J. Herberger handled our case against a troubled tenant that was getting out of control. He was very measured and professional in the way he explained our case to us and the challenges we faced during these difficult times. I recommend his services for other landlords who need to distance themselves from these toxic situations. We are very glad we found his law firm."
- Timothy W.
"Mike is a friendly, helpful, and dependable attorney. He's assisted me with various real estate matters and everything has always gone very smooth. A+!"
- Jason S.