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At Handel & Carlini, LLP, we recognize your personal commitment to your business and understand the importance of having a legal partner who shares in your dedication to success. We also understand that true prosperity requires more than mere economic activity; it demands careful planning, innovative problem-solving, and committed support. Business law encompasses a broad spectrum of legal domains, such as Contracts, Corporate Law, Securities Law, Intellectual Property, Antit

Commercial litigation is different from most other civil lawsuits by virtue of the involvement of businesses rather than just individuals, and because the issues involved are more complex, both factually and legally. It also is civil litigation involving one or more business entities as parties. Typically, the area of law being litigated is specialized due to the nature of the parties involved.   What is the difference between commercial litigation and consumer litigation? In

With the spring real estate market just around the corner, folks are already making plans to list their homes for sale. If you are one of these people, the question you should ask yourself is “have you done your homework to make sure your home is fully ready to be sold”. In other words, besides the obvious of making sure all repairs and updates are complete, you’ve organized and decluttered, and your curb appeal is the best it can be, there are other important details not to

Construction is the engine of our local and national economy and sometimes disputes can arise because of disagreements between the parties involved in a contract. These disputes can lead to a breach of contract, or termination. Parties in a contract need to take the necessary steps to reduce the possibility of disputes because if conflicts are not well managed, they quickly turn into disputes.

Creditor's rights refer to what creditors can do to get back money owed to them and their positioning to other creditors of the debtor. Federal and state laws such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) restrict the ways in which creditors may attempt to collect debts. A creditor or lender is a party (e.g., person, organization, company, or government) that has a claim on the services of a second party. It is a person or institution to whom money is owed. The firs

Home sales fell 2 percent from August 2023 to September 2023, the National Association of Realtors says. New York home prices and inventory are also dropping. Is it a good time to buy a house right now? Only you can know what the right financial decision is for you. Statewide, the median sales price reached $405,000 in the second quarter of 2023, which is a 1.8% decrease year over year. That's 2.7% lower than the national median home price of $416,100. If you are ready to ma

At Handel & Carlini, LLP, we know it takes more than economic activity to achieve prosperity: it takes prudent planning, creative solutions, and dedicated resources. We want you to start on solid footing and we’re willing to take you through an in-depth analysis of your business plan to ensure that you’ve given ample thought to all major contingencies. If you’re launching an LLC or corporation it takes several steps. What is an LLC? An LLC is a distinct corporate entity with

Commercial law, also known as mercantile law or trade law, is the body of law that applies to the rights, relations, and conduct of persons and business engaged in commerce, merchandising, trade, and sales. It is often considered to be a branch of civil law and deals with issues of both private law and public law. In the United States, commercial law is the province of both the United States Congress, under its power to regulate interstate commerce, and the states, under thei

Our attorneys advise both newly formed and established businesses in all matters, including: Incorporation: the formation of a new corporation. The corporation may be a business, a nonprofit organization, sports club, or a local government of a new city or town. Shareholders' agreement (sometimes referred to in the U.S. as a stockholders' agreement): (SHA) is an agreement amongst the shareholders or members of a company. In practical effect, it is analogous to a partnership

Facilitating commercial and residential real estate transactions is one of the most important ways Handel & Carlini, LLP promotes the growth and prosperity of the Hudson River Valley community. In 2023 with inflation running ultra-hot, mortgage interest rates surged to their highest levels since 2002 but the National Association of REALTORS® predicts that interest rates will gradually decrease in the coming months. This could help boost the housing market by making it easier

Continuing to facilitate commercial and residential real estate transactions during a pandemic.

Our attorneys advise both newly formed and established businesses in all matters.

Our firm’s real estate section provides a full range of services to assure you a proper real estate transaction.

The law firm of Handel and Carlini, LLP has substantial experience in the area of creditor's rights.  We represent a number of banks, credit unions and other financial institutions in foreclosure proceedings, bankruptcy, loan workouts, lending and compliance. On December 18, 2019 the Zombie Property Remediation Act of 2019 was signed by Governor Cuomo. The law is meant to address the fact that abandoned properties are allowed to sit in foreclosure limbo for years. During that

Federal judges must abide by the Code of Conduct for United States Judges, a set of ethical principles and guidelines.

Handel & Carlini, LLP can anticipate law obstacles and take the proper measures to avoid them.

Partner, Anthony Carlini, obtained a reversal for his client, the Plaintiff, on appeal of the Supreme Court.

Lawsuits can vary from case to case and there is no exact answer as to length.

Whether your business is a start-up or a well-established entity, Handel & Carlini, LLP can provide invaluable legal insight into various in

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