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Attorney Jacqueline Hubbard and the Twomey Latham Firm Participate in the Inlet2Inlet Beach Clean-up
LIVE YOUR COR FOUNDATION and DANA BARRETT STRONG partnered to organize an annual beach cleanup honoring Cory Hubbard and Dana Barrett, promoting environmental preservation, community involvement, and charitable support. The event encourages teamwork and positive action. Westhampton’s Inlet2Inlet Beach Clean-up proved to be a huge success as Jacqueline Hubbard and the firm team cleaned up […]
Annual Alzheimer’s Association’s #Walk2EndAlz
Associate Attorney MaryKate Brigham led the TLSKDQ Team in the annual Alzheimer’s Association’s #Walk2EndAlz on the North Fork on September 28 and the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank on October 19. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. MaryKate reported that TLSKDQ […]
Local Police Departments Warn Public About Real Estate Fraud
***PROPERTY SCAM ALERT*** Local Police Departments are warning real estate agencies, realtors, brokers, attorneys, and property owners about a significant increase in reports of attempted real estate fraud. The typical scenario is that someone claiming to be the legal owner of a piece of property reaches out to a real estate agent/broker to sell the property, […]
Peconic Bay Region Tax Change
The Peconic Bay Region Community Housing Act was signed into law by Governor Hochul in the Fall of 2021. The legislation allowed for the five East End towns of the Peconic Bay Region, i.e., East Hampton, Shelter Island, Southampton, Riverhead and Southold, to create a dedicated fund to assist with Affordable Housing. Among other things, […]
East End Towns Can Now Create a Community Housing Fund
On October 25, Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law a bill written by New York State Assemblyman Fred Thiele that will allow the towns of Riverhead, Southold, Southampton, East Hampton and Shelter Island to put the Peconic Bay Region Community Housing Act upon voter approval. The Act allows the five towns on the East End […]
Commercial Properties: Leases, COVID-19 And Force Majeure – Hamptons.com
John A. Viteritti of Hamptons.com recently discussed the evolution of the real estate market with Joan Morgan McGivern, of Counsel with the law firm, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo. JMM: Force majeure usually applies to Acts of God – hurricanes and tornadoes, as well as acts of government during times of war, for […]
NEW YORK LANDLORD-TENANT LAW: A COUPLE OF IMPORTANT FACTORS FOR LANDLORDS AND TENANTS TO KNOW UNDER THE RECENT CHANGES
In July 2019, the rental laws in New York were significantly changed. Following are 2 important changes: 1.) A landlord who fails to return a security deposit within 14 days of the expiration of the lease term forfeits his/her right to retain any portion of the deposit regardless of whether there may be any […]
When Is A Stranger Not A Stranger?
In a landmark decision from the Appellate Division Second Department, Partner, Christopher Kelley achieved a winning result for our client establishing in a case of first impression who really is a “stranger” when considering the “Stranger To The Deed rule.” The “stranger to the deed rule” holds that when a grantor executes a deed that […]
“Seasonal Use Dwelling Unit” Now Exempt From Certain Provisions Of The Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act
On September 20, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul signed an amendment to General Obligations Law §7-108, otherwise known as the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act (HSTPA). The amendment adds an exemption for “seasonal use dwelling unit” (SUDU) from the security deposit/advance restriction of “no more than one month’s rent”. The text of the amended sections […]
How The Real Estate Market Has Evolved Over the Past Year – An Attorney’s Perspective
John A. Viteritti of Hamptons.com recently discussed the evolution of the real estate market with David M. Dubin, Senior Partner with the law firm, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo. Mr. Viteritti asked for his experience with real estate transactions since March of 2020 when COVID-19 started to have a dramatic impact on Eastern […]
Senior Partner John Shea Designated “2021 Top Rated Real Estate Lawyer” by Martindale-Hubbell
John Shea is a Senior Partner with the firm practicing in the areas of commercial litigation, corporate counseling, real estate transactions and development, environmental law, construction contracts and litigation, and estate planning for high net worth individuals. He has Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating for attorneys (AV Preeminent), and has been recognized by Martindale as one of […]
Real Property Fraud Alerts
Real property fraud is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing crimes in our country, and one which county and state governments are actively trying to combat. Property fraud is often accomplished when someone files a fraudulent document with the County Clerk in the county where your property is located which conveys title to the […]
Suffolk County Property Fraud Home Owner Watchlist
With property fraud is on the rise, Suffolk County is now offering a free service offered to Suffolk homeowners that can alert you to newly recorded filings against your property. While it doesn’t prevent the filing of a fraudulent document, it does provide a timely alert so that you can take action. CLICK HERE to […]
Commercial Properties: Leases, COVID-19 And Force Majeure
To gain expert advice on how force majeure and impossibility or impracticality to perform impact commercial leases as a result of COVID-19, John A. Viteritti, of Hamptons.com, spoke with Joan Morgan McGivern, of Counsel with the firm. Learn More
Village of Sag Harbor Has Enacted A 6 Month Moratorium on All Site Plans, Special Exception Use Permits, and Subdivision For Properties On and Near The Waterfront Area
PUBLIC NOTICE LL # 7 of 2020 Waterfront Moratorium[2] PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sagaponack on the 16th day of November, 2020 adopted the following Local Law: LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF 2020 A LOCAL LAW ENACTING VILLAGE CODE § 30-15(F) BE IT ENACTED BY THE BOARD […]
Twomey Latham Welcomes Associate Martha F. Reichert
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP has announced that Martha Reichert has joined the Firm as an Associate. Ms. Reichert concentrates her practice in real estate and land use. She has extensive experience appearing before municipal and regulatory boards throughout eastern Long Island. Prior to joining the Firm, she had her own practice, […]
Christopher Kelley, Esq. Comments on Coronavirus’ Effect on the Real Estate Market
Christopher Kelley, Senior Partner, Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP, says the coronavirus pandemic has had a tremendous impact on all aspects of the real estate market — from sales to closings to mortgage payments. One way the real estate industry has changed, Mr. Kelley says, is how showings and open houses are […]
IS THE EAST END REAL ESTATE BUYING SEASON A SURVIVOR OR CASUALTY OF COVID-19?
By: Christopher Kelley, Esq. The COVID-19 emergency has created a number of unique issues in the Real Estate industry from sales and rental transactions to closings and even payment of rent and mortgage payments. At this time we summarize what information we have and how the industry, particularly on the East End, has been affected […]
The Press Sessions – Open and Accessory Apartments: Striving to Address the Affordable Housing Crisis
Twomey Latham has partnered with The Press News Group / 27east as Presenting Sponsor of The Press Sessions, a new series of issue-based discussions, in Southampton, New York and East Hampton, New York. The event on Thursday, October 24th at Rowdy Hall in East Hampton was focused on Open Land and Accessory Apartments: Striving to Address the Affordable Housing Crisis. East Hampton […]
Senior Partner Steve Latham Hosts The Retreat’s Annual LPGA Pro-Am to Eradicate Domestic Violence
“The Retreat’s LPGA Pro-Am held each fall is the only tournament on Long Island that includes LPGA Pros, NFL Players, and amateurs on one field,” explains Golf Chair & Retreat Board Member Steve Latham. “The generosity of these sports figures and willingness to take a stand against violence is admirable. Over the past few years […]
Supreme Court, Suffolk County Unveils New ADR Part For Civil Cases
The Supreme Court, State of New York has adopted new Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”) Rules for civil cases, forming a new ADR Part with the express goals of fostering negotiation to help settle disputes, narrowing the issues to be adjudicated, and/or assisting the parties to understand each other’s positions and interests. The new ADR Part […]
Construction Law: Are “Pay if Paid” and “Pay when Paid” Provisions Enforceable in New York?
General contractors often provide their subcontractors with a standard form contract providing little opportunity for the subcontractor to negotiate a change of any of the terms. Sometimes, the standard form agreement includes a “pay if paid” or “pay when paid” provision. Even though subcontractors may be accustomed to seeing these provisions, it might not be […]
North Carolina v. Kaestner: The Recent US Supreme Court Case on State Fiduciary Income Tax
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 trusts and estate case. On June 21, […]
Landlords Suffer Major Blow From New State Law Affecting Seasonal Rentals
Possible Solution To State Restrictions On Seasonal Rentals
Appellate Division Overturns First Conviction under New York’s SAFE Act
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 reversed. Mr. Wassell had been convicted in Chautauqua County Court in May 2014 of third-degree […]
The Partition Action in New York – How do the courts divide a house?
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 no longer agree on how the property should be kept, maintained or managed? What rights do […]
Reza Ebrahimi Featured in Newsday article, “5 Home-Buying Hacks for the Spring Housing Season”
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 possible. Whether you are in the market for your first house or your fifth, the process can […]
Commission Agreements Conditioned Upon Verbal Agreements of Sale
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 agreement can condition commission payments upon the seller and buyer reaching a verbal agreement of sale, there […]
Collecting Unpaid Commissions – The Law Can Help You
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 Lien Law, may offer protection, as well as leverage to help […]
Partner Kathryn Dalli Featured In Long Island Business News As “Who’s Who” in Intellectual Property Law
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 property (trademark and copyright infringement, unfair competition and trade secrets), arts and entertainment and real estate.
What Is Adverse Possession?
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 person can make a claim […]
Renting Your Home in the Town of Southampton
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 permit, you may be at risk […]
Twomey Latham Continues Pro Bono Work
Senior partner David Dubin along with associate Alexandra Halsey Storch volunteered their legal services to three residents of the Town of Southampton in connection with Southampton’s affordable housing program. The attorneys have been representing the soon to be first time homeowners in connection with their loans and their home purchases.
The First-Time Homebuyer Exemption to the Peconic Bay Real Estate Transfer Tax
Since 1998, New York’s Tax Law § 1449-aa et seq. has allowed the five East End towns to impose upon buyers of certain real estate in those towns a 2% real estate transfer tax (the “Peconic Bay real estate transfer tax”) in order to fund the Peconic Bay region community preservation fund established pursuant to […]
Christopher Kelley Super Lawyer Recognition
Senior Partner Christopher D. Kelley has been recognized in the 2013 New York Metropolitan area’s “Super Lawyers” in the practice area of real estate. Mr. Kelley’s practice involves real estate transactions, land use and real estate litigation at both the trial and appellate levels.
Stephen Latham Selected for Super Lawyer Recognition
Senior Partner Stephen B. Latham has been recognized in the 2013 New York Metropolitan area’s “Super Lawyers” in the practice area of real estate. Mr. Latham’s practice is concentrated in the areas of commercial and residential real estate development, as well as in commercial and environmental litigation.
John Shea Selected for “Top Rated Real Estate Attorneys” Recognition
Senior Partner John Shea has been selected as one of the “Top Rated Lawyers in Real Estate Law” by Martindale-Hubbell. Mr. Shea’s practice involves real estate transactions of all kinds, as well as zoning, construction, and litigation related to each of those matters. His development work includes the environmental cleanup of properties to maximize their […]
Craig Handler Joins The Firm
The firm is pleased to announce the addition of Craig Handler as an associate. Mr. Handler is an experienced litigator focusing his practice primarily on complex construction, real estate and insurance litigation. Mr. Handler represents a wide range of clients including general contractors, construction managers, subcontractors, property owners and developers, in various commercial and civil […]
