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About Gary J. Wachtel

New York Landlord Tenant, Real Estate, Commercial and Corporate Litigation Lawyer, Certificates of No Harassment, Yellowstone Injunctions, SRO Conversions, Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Lease Drafting and Review, Business Transaction

Welcome to the law offices of Gary J. Wachtel, Esq., an attorney and litigator providing consummate representation in landlord and tenant litigation, real estate brokerage commission litigation, real estate litigation and transactions, business law and commercial litigation, and applications for certificate of no harassment for over 30 years to tenants, businesses, homeowners, commercial landlords, real estate management companies, and residential landlords in New York. He represents clients across the greater New York City area, including the boroughs of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island as well as throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

Mr. Wachtel has been in practice for 30 years and has been in court daily for a large majority of that time. Many of the judges, court clerks, judge's legal assistants, court officers, court stenographers and other court personnel have known Mr. Wachtel, observed him and seen him grow with experience, maturity and dedication to his craft over these many years.

Mr. Wachtel too has seen the judges and court personnel grow with experience throughout the years. There is a mutual respect which has been earned. If you think that is important in considering who to hire, you are correct. It is an advantage that can be used to work efficiently and aggressively to accomplish his purposes.

Unlike senior attorneys of Mr. Wachtel's experience, who dole out cases to less experienced associates or who have too many cases in court daily to devote their full attention to your case because of time constraints, Mr. Wachtel handles every case with the attention and focus which it deserves. He drafts all papers and makes all court appearances. He dots his I's and crosses his T's in order to prevail in the case. Mr. Wachtel is on top of your case as if he was representing one of his own family members.

Mr. Wachtel's track record of successful litigation encompasses all areas of his practice, including matters in:

-Landlord and Tenant Litigation

-Real Estate Broker Commissions

-Commercial Landlord Holdover & Nonpayment Proceedings

-Commercial Yellowstone Injunctions

-Residential Landlord Rights

-Real Estate Litigation

-Injunctive Relief & Declaratory Judgment Actions

-Residential Real Estate Transactions

-Commercial Real Estate Transactions

-Business and Commercial Litigation

-Business Transactions

-Certificates of No Harassment

-SRO's

-Yellowstone Injunctions

Personalized, prompt attention is given to every matter. The law firm of Gary J. Wachtel, Esq. looks with pride at a roster of diverse clients, which range from individuals and privately-owned businesses to major real estate companies and multi-state corporations. Other lawyers and law firms often pay the ultimate compliment of retaining Mr. Wachtel's services for their clients. He does not accept a matter unless he is certain he can service it efficiently and effectively. Every client is important to the firm and is treated accordingly. He does not believe that every matter requires a large firm, cadres of lawyers or bureaucracy. Rather, ability, experience, service and direct accountability are the components of effective legal representation. He looks forward to the opportunity to prove to you that these are not mere words; that both you and Mr. Wachtel will derive mutual satisfaction from the services rendered to you. To learn more about Gary J. Wachtel's unparalleled success, please see his Success Stories.

Mr. Wachtel is a seasoned litigator whose professional philosophy is founded on providing his clients with the most thorough representation possible, including a painstaking investigation into the factual and legal circumstances of the matter and diligent follow-through to completion on every aspect of your case. Because his office size is smaller, he is able to provide clients with the eminent representation of leading large law firms with the more personalized service typically only found at intimately-sized law offices. Each client is treated as an individual, and every legal strategy is custom-tailored to meet your specific objectives.

If you need the accomplished representation of an experienced litigator for your Real Estate related matter, Landlord and Tenant Dispute, Business or Commercial matter, Consumer Protection or Bankruptcy matter, contact the law offices of Gary J. Wachtel now, or call today and let his experience work to your advantage - 212-371-6500.

 

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Real Estate
Posted by Henry
December 14, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

Let me first preface this feedback in saying that the suit brought against us was a crock but having obtained Gary as my representation was a relief. The case itself took longer than it should have to get settled but this was not under his control and due in large part to how our court system is. Gary communicated and prepared us well. He was very attentive and meticulous. He was very strategic in every move he made and followed up with us whenever there was an update to be provided. If you need any assistance in a real estate battle, he's your guy! Thank you Gary for all you've done.

 
Landlord and Tenant Law
Posted by Lev
December 05, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

In my field of development site sales, dealing with complex tenant issues is challenging. Gary was instrumental in navigating these difficulties. His deep understanding of real estate law and ability to explain legal terms in layman's language was impressive. He was responsive, professional, and provided effective strategies that led to a favorable outcome for my client. I highly recommend Gary for any real estate landlord-tenant legal needs.

 
Commercial Litigation
Posted by Georges
December 05, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Gary Wachtel, who came highly recommended by a colleague, and I must say my experience with him exceeded all expectations. Facing a highly complicated legal case, Mr. Wachtel demonstrated unparalleled expertise and commitment from the very beginning. What set him apart was his ability to break down complex legal jargon into understandable terms, ensuring I had a clear understanding of my situation. His dedication to walking me through various solutions and potential scenarios was invaluable, making a daunting process much more manageable. One of Mr. Wachtel's standout qualities is his exceptional negotiation skills. He tirelessly advocated on my behalf, ensuring that my interests were well-represented throughout the process. His strategic approach and attention to detail were evident in every interaction, instilling confidence and trust in his abilities.

 
Commercial Real Estate
Posted by Matthew
November 29, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

Working with Gary is always a great experience. He is honest, responsive and incredibly thorough in his preparation. Whether its landlord/tenant matters, transactional work or general NYC administration representation, Gary has always come through for me.

Real Estate
Posted by Michael
November 21, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

Over the past 20+ years I have worked on number real estate transactions with Gary. He is a pleasure to work with and a genuine good person (And yes he can make you laugh also :) I highly recommend him!

Commercial Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
November 21, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

Our firm has used Gary for years to handle cases on our behalf. He is extremely reliable and professional. We can always count on Gary to explain the ins and outs of the specific case and he is quick to respond to any of our questions/concerns.

Real Estate
Posted by Steven
November 20, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

I've worked with Mr. Wachtel for many years. He has handled many cases for me and my firm always in a professional and responsible manner. His specialty is landlord tenant cases and litigation. We are property owners in New York City and we have used Mr. Wachtel for many collection cases over the years and his record of success has been admirable. He is very determined in his approach to collections, We have also used him to negotiate lease and contracts which he does very well.

 
Real Estate
Posted by Celeste
November 20, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

Working with Gary on our real estate transaction was a very gratifying experience. We would gladly engage him again and highly recommend him to others. Gary is a trusted advisor, advocate and proactive partner. He expedited our transaction with great care, listening to our needs, keeping us informed and effectively representing us throughout the process. He is a clear communicator, calm and assertive. Simply said, you want Gary on your team!

 
Harassment
Posted by anonymous
November 20, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

I googled Condo owner's grievance lawyers and found Gary Wachtel . The condo board was preventing me from upgrading and renting my condo apartment for five years. I fired another lawyer who was ineffective and just running up charges. I hired Gary after we talked about concerns and found him to be direct, listened to my concerns and followed through on difficulties I was having with the opposing lawyer and condo board. Gary helped me to settle a five year dispute in approximately four months. What a relief. I will continue to ask Gary Wachtel for legal professional help in the future if and when presented with other challenges in life.

 
Real Estate
Posted by Fern
November 20, 2023
Hired Attorney Gary Wachtel

I have been selling real estate in Manhattan for 40 years and have been recommending Gary Wachtel since I met him which was about 33 years ago. He is meticulous about his work and leaves no stone unturned. Some purchases and sales are fairly easy deals, however here in New York we run into many very complicated matters and I can always rely on Gary to represent my buyers or sellers when they have to navigate through difficult waters. The clients I refer to him have all thanked me for my recommendation telling me how thorough he has been and how in some cases he has saved them from some very costly mistakes they almost made. I also was an expert witness for him in a case where he represented a very well known celebrity hair stylist and saw him in action in court. I would have him represent me in any real estate based litigation. He is forceful, very convincing and puts forth an argument that seems unarguable. He won his client a great verdict. I recommend him highly.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Leases and Leasing 5
    • Landlord And Tenant Law
    • Evictions
    • Leasing
    • Rent Control
    • Lease Terminations
  • Litigation 3
    • Real Estate Litigation
    • Trial Practice
    • Civil Litigation
  • Commercial Law 4
    • Commercial Real Estate Litigation
    • Commercial Litigation
    • Commercial Contracts
    • Commercial Real Estate
  • Real Estate 1
    • Real Estate Sales
  • Business Law 4
    • Business Litigation
    • Business Formation
    • Business Transactions
    • Business Transfers
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Collections
  • Bankruptcy 1
    • Foreclosures
  • Housing Law 1
    • Cooperative Housing Law
  • Corporate Law 2
    • Corporate Organization
    • Corporate Litigation
  • Contracts 2
    • Corporate Contracts
    • Breach Of Contract
  • Banking Law 1
    • Mortgage Foreclosure
  • Labor and Employment 1
    • Certificates of No Harassment
  • Other 2
    • SRO's
    • Yellowstone Injunctions

Office Details

  • Firm History
    Year Established

    1988

  • State Bar Summary

    New York State and Florida Bars.

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450 Seventh Avenue, PH SuiteNew York, NY 10123-4699U.S.A.

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