Real estate litigation in Manhattan continues to evolve against the backdrop of rising regulatory scrutiny, tenants’ rights activism, and high-stakes developer disputes. Below, from Levy Goldenberg Law, are four recent case studies illustrating key litigation trends—and what property owners, landlords, and developers in Manhattan need to know.

In recent years, third-party litigation funding (TPLF) has become increasingly prevalent in commercial and real estate disputes in New York, particularly in Manhattan. The team at Levy Goldenberg Law has seen this firsthand. Ranging from high-stakes construction litigation to landlord‑tenant matters, this financial mechanism offers plaintiffs access to litigation capital—but it...

Adverse possession is a term that not all property owners fully understand, but it can significantly impact their rights. Even if an owner has full title to the land, a valid adverse possession claim can permanently alter ownership. Still, there are certain requirements that a party must meet to successfully invoke this...

When two or more parties share ownership of property, a dispute is inevitable. Whether the dispute is minor or major, and the ultimate outcome of it, will depend on varying factors. However, with the right legal counsel, you can potentially preclude such issues to begin with or resolve them to the mutual...

Manhattan moves at the speed of business, and that includes its ubiquitous and unending construction. The success or failure of a commercial project depends largely on being able to meet construction deadlines with work that measures up to professional and legal standards. Conversely, delays and defects can jeopardize the rights and interests...