Business Details
18 Years
experience
Emergency
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Aggressive Eviction Lawyers Serving Long Island
The Murtha Law Firm has specialized in landlord-tenant law and evictions on Long Island since 2008. Our team provides aggressive legal representation for residential and commercial landlords seeking to evict tenants, with a focus on speed, affordability, and deep knowledge of Nassau and Suffolk County courts. With over 12 years of experience, we handle all aspects of the eviction process, from drafting notices to court appearances and warrant execution.Our practice also extends to foreclosure defense, leveraging technical legal expertise to challenge improper mortgage assignments and protect homeowners' rights. As former members of the consumer credit industry, we combine decades of practical experience with courtroom proficiency to deliver tailored solutions for landlords and tenants alike.
Services
Residential Evictions
Commercial Evictions
Foreclosure Defense
Landlord-Tenant Law
Court Representation
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Specialize exclusively in Long Island landlord-tenant law since 2008
- Same-day eviction procedure initiation available
- Deep expertise in New York eviction court procedures
- Free initial legal consultation with experienced attorneys
- Handle both residential and commercial eviction cases
What people say
Very responsive and informative
Professional email and phone correspondence
Case resolved promptly
In-depth legal knowledge
Efficient service execution
Services
Residential Evictions
We specialize in residential eviction proceedings for landlords seeking to remove non-paying or lease-violating tenants. Our process begins with proper notice drafting and continues through court filings, appearances, and warrant execution. With daily courtroom experience in Nassau and Suffolk County landlord-tenant courts, we ensure legal compliance while prioritizing speed and cost-effectiveness for property owners.
Commercial Evictions
Our commercial eviction service helps business property owners remove non-compliant tenants through specialized legal procedures. We handle lease disputes, hold-over proceedings, and court representation tailored to commercial real estate requirements. Our team understands the unique challenges of commercial lease agreements and works to minimize financial losses for property owners.
Foreclosure Defense
We defend homeowners against mortgage foreclosure actions by challenging technical defects in loan assignments and procedural errors. Our approach includes settlement conference representation, loan modification applications, and court challenges to improper foreclosure filings. We focus on preserving homeownership rights through technical legal defenses and strategic litigation.
Landlord-Tenant Law
Our landlord-tenant law practice covers lease agreement drafting, dispute resolution, and court representation for both residential and commercial property owners. We advise on legal compliance, handle security deposit disputes, and represent clients in court for lease violation cases, ensuring proper legal procedures are followed throughout tenant-landlord interactions.
Court Representation
We provide comprehensive court representation for eviction cases and foreclosure defense, including document preparation, hearings, and trial advocacy. Our attorneys appear in Nassau and Suffolk County courts daily, handling procedural challenges, negotiating settlements, and executing legal strategies to protect client interests in both residential and commercial matters.
People
James D. Murtha
Managing Member
James D. Murtha is an experienced landlord-tenant attorney with over 12 years of practice in Nassau and Suffolk County courts. Formerly in consumer credit industry for 25+ years, he combines practical knowledge with legal expertise in eviction proceedings, debt-collection defense, and foreclosure cases. Admitted to New York state courts and federal district courts.
Questions
What types of eviction cases do you handle?
We handle both residential and commercial eviction cases in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, including non-payment proceedings and hold-over evictions for landlords seeking tenant removal.
How quickly can you start eviction proceedings?
In most cases, we begin eviction procedures the same day we're retained, prioritizing immediate legal action to protect landlords' interests.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your eviction case details and legal options with an experienced Long Island attorney.
What foreclosure defense services do you provide?
We defend homeowners against mortgage foreclosure actions, challenging improper assignments, technical defects, and representing clients in settlement conferences and court proceedings.
How long does the eviction process take?
Non-payment evictions typically resolve faster than hold-over cases, with timelines varying based on court schedules and tenant responses to legal notices.
Can you help with commercial tenant evictions?
Yes, we represent commercial landlords in evicting non-compliant tenants, applying specialized knowledge of commercial lease agreements and court procedures.
