New York’s Premier
Tenants’ Rights Law Firm
You can count on our commitment to tenants. We don't evict anyone.
NYC Tenants’ Rights And Real Estate Firm
Himmelstein McConnell Gribben & Joseph LLP by the numbers:
35+Years of practice
Millions Of Dollars of overcharges
recovered
10,000+ Tenants represented throughout
New York
Millions Of Dollars of rent increases
blocked
300 Years of combined legal
experience
Talk to us today to learn how we may help you.
Practice Areas
Protecting Tenants, Co-op
Shareholders And Condo Unit
Owners Since 1983
When your home or business is threatened, you need smart, experienced attorneys on your side. You need attorneys who truly care and who have extensive experience protecting people like you. At Himmelstein McConnell Gribben & Joseph LLP, you will find a law firm with a singular dedication to protecting tenants.
We advocate on behalf of individuals, families, tenant associations, cooperative shareholder groups, condominium associations and commercial tenants in disputes over evictions, rent increases, rental-owner conversions and other issues.
Commercial Real Estate
Disputes Require Experienced
Counsel
Why Work With Us?
Our experienced team has an impressive record of success with victories that include seminal Court of Appeals decisions. You will get a firm that brings knowledge and passion to every case.
Local Knowledge Makes The Difference In Real Estate
If you are buying or selling real estate in New York City, you need an attorney you can trust with your home or apartment. We understand that this may be one of the largest transactions you will ever make. Our law firm combines decades of experience with thorough knowledge of the New York real estate market and applicable laws. Let us help take care of your home, condo or co-op real estate matter, so it goes as smoothly as possible and you are protected.
In The News
HMGJ Wins Rent Stabilization Status for Long-Term Tenant: Landlord cannot Deregulate Existing Apartment By Claiming it Created a New Apartment Where Changes Were Not SubstantialSam Himmelstein to host a live Q&A April 18th at 12:00 p.m. on Brick Underground
Sam Himmelstein to host a live Q&A April 18th at 12:00 p.m. on Brick Underground
Himmelstein McConnell Gribben & Joseph LLP Is
At The Epicenter Of The Everchanging New York Rent Laws
On Our Blog
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We are very proud to welcome Catharine E. Grad as our newest partner.
Your Landlord Has A Lawyer. You Need One, Too.
People often make the mistake of trying to manage a landlord-tenant dispute on their own. Without experienced legal counsel, however, it is easy to make the situation worse. We are skilled at negotiating with landlords, fighting eviction and representing clients in housing court.