LANDLORD/TENANT LAW
Our firm supports landlords and tenants across Hudson and Bergen County, including towns like Hoboken, Hackensack, Fort Lee, and Jersey City, in building strong leasing relationships and handling related disputes. We provide tailored services for residential and commercial properties, including skilled lease negotiation, drafting, and review. Our litigation services cover non-payment of rent, lease violations, property damage, nuisance issues, habitability claims, and security deposit disputes. Additionally, we ensure landlord compliance with New Jersey’s strict Dispossession and Security Deposit laws to avoid costly legal missteps.
At the Law Office of Michael C. Schonberger, we are committed to providing exceptional legal support to both landlords and tenants across Hudson and Bergen Counties, including prominent communities such as Hoboken, Hackensack, Fort Lee, and nearby towns. With years of experience in New Jersey’s landlord-tenant laws, we counsel clients on residential and commercial lease agreements and represent parties in critical disputes. Whether you’re a property owner dealing with tenant violations or a tenant seeking protection against unfair practices, our attorneys can effectively represent your interests.
We assist landlords in drafting, reviewing, and updating lease documents to ensure compliance with New Jersey’s Dispossession and Security Deposit Laws, covering issues such as:
Lease Violations and Rent Disputes
We handle all types of non-payment and lease-breach cases, representing landlords in eviction actions and working to
safeguard property owner rights.
Premises Liability
For landlords facing personal injury claims due to alleged property hazards, we provide defense and counsel on premises liability cases, including slip-and-fall and inadequate security incidents.
Eviction Processes and Notices
Our team is well-versed in the legal requirements for New Jersey eviction notices (including 3-day, 30-day, and foreclosure-related 90-day notices) and provides guidance for both landlords and tenants throughout the process.
Retaliatory Eviction Defense and Housing Discrimination Claims
We protect tenants facing unlawful eviction and pursue claims for those experiencing discrimination, ensuring compliance with fair housing laws.
Repair Claims and Maintenance Issues
We advocate for tenants in cases of neglected repairs that render a property uninhabitable, helping them seek necessary relief for landlord negligence.
SECURITY DEPOSIT ACT
Under New Jersey law, landlords are required to properly handle and return security deposits in accordance with the Security Deposit Act. This includes providing receipts, holding the deposit in an interest-bearing account, and returning the deposit within 30 days after the lease ends—minus any lawful deductions.
We assist both landlords and tenants in disputes involving withheld deposits, improper deductions, or violations of deposit handling procedures.
RENT CONTROL VIOLATIONS
Rent-controlled units are subject to specific local ordinances that limit how much rent can be increased and under what circumstances. Violating these laws can result in serious consequences, including fines or legal action.
Our firm helps landlords navigate rent control compliance and supports tenants in cases where their rights under rent control regulations have been violated.
At the Law Office of Michael C. Schonberger, we represent both landlords and tenants in residential and commercial lease matters across Northern New Jersey.
Whether you’re a landlord dealing with violations or a tenant facing unsafe conditions or unfair treatment, we provide clear, effective legal support.
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