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Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C.

One Battery Park Plaza, 18th Floor · New York, NY 10004 · (212) 825-0365

Real Estate Landlord / Tenant Co-op & Condo Commercial Leasing Real Estate Litigation Closings

One of New York's foremost real estate law firms — exclusive focus on real estate transactions and disputes for buyers, sellers, co-ops, condos, landlords, tenants, developers, and investors. Recognized by Chambers USA, Best Lawyers, and Lawdragon as a leading practice in New York real estate law.

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4.8
★★★★★
Chambers-ranked · 184+ verified reviews
Overall
4.8
Results
4.9
Communication
4.6
Value
4.4
Editorial Verdict

Why Choose Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C.?

Buying, selling, or fighting over New York real estate is unlike any other transaction in America. The contracts are tougher, the boards are pickier, and the stakes are usually a life-changing amount of money. Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. exclusively practices real estate law — that's it, nothing else — and that focus shows in the results. The firm has won more than a thousand cases in court, secured the largest property casualty settlement in NYC history, and is repeatedly named a Leading Practice by Chambers USA. If you're closing on a co-op, fighting your board, or facing a landlord-tenant dispute that actually matters, this is one of the names that belongs on your shortlist.

Practice Areas

Situations They Handle

Buying or Selling Real Estate Co-op & Condo Closings Landlord / Tenant Disputes Commercial Leasing Real Estate Litigation Construction Disputes Title Disputes Foreclosure Defense Zoning & Land Use Cooperative Board Representation
Fees & Pricing

What You'll Likely Pay

A residential closing is typically billed as a flat fee. Litigation and complex commercial matters are billed hourly, with retainers required at engagement. Free initial phone consultation for most matters.

$2,500–$5,000
flat fee (residential closing)
$450–$850
per hour (litigation / commercial)
The Team

Key Attorneys

Adam Leitman Bailey, Founding Partner

Adam Leitman Bailey

Founding & Managing Partner
Real estate litigation, co-op & condo, landlord-tenant, complex transactions
Litigation Department

Litigation Department

Real Estate Disputes Team
Contract disputes, board litigation, foreclosure defense, partition actions
Transactions Group

Transactions Group

Closings & Commercial Leasing
Co-op/condo closings, sponsor sales, commercial leases, refinancing
Client Experiences

What Clients Say

Client
Sandra K.
Buying Real Estate · Manhattan
★★★★★
"My co-op board package was a nightmare and the seller's attorney was being difficult. ALB walked me through every line, fought the contingencies that mattered, and got us to close on time. I'd hire them again in a heartbeat."
Client
David R.
Landlord/Tenant · Brooklyn
★★★★★
"My tenant of three years stopped paying and refused to leave. Adam Leitman Bailey's litigation team handled the holdover proceeding flawlessly. Possession in less time than I thought possible."
Client
Maya S.
Co-op Board Dispute · Upper West Side
★★★★★
"My co-op denied my renovation plans without explanation. The firm took the case, found the exact provision they were violating, and got the board to reverse. Top-notch real estate counsel."
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FAQ

Common Questions About This Firm

Does Adam Leitman Bailey only handle real estate?
Yes. The firm exclusively practices real estate law and litigation. Every attorney in the firm focuses on real estate transactions, disputes, co-op and condo law, landlord-tenant proceedings, or commercial leasing — there's no general practice work.
Do they handle both residential and commercial real estate?
Yes. The firm represents homebuyers and sellers on residential closings (single-family, co-op, condo, townhouse), landlords and tenants in commercial leasing, developers and sponsors on new construction and conversions, and cooperative and condominium boards on governance, transfers, and disputes.
How much does a residential closing cost with this firm?
Residential real estate closings are typically billed as a flat fee in the range of $2,500 to $5,000, depending on transaction complexity, property type (co-op, condo, single-family), and whether financing is involved. Cash deals are usually less than financed purchases.
Can they help with co-op board disputes and renovation approvals?
Yes. Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. has one of NYC's deepest benches in cooperative and condominium law, representing both shareholders/unit owners and boards in disputes over alterations, transfers, harassment claims, fee disputes, and governance matters.
What areas of NYC do they serve?
All five boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island — plus Westchester, Long Island, and the wider New York metropolitan area. The firm operates from a single office at One Battery Park Plaza in Lower Manhattan.

Quick Facts

Firm SizeMid · 30+ attorneys
Practice FocusReal Estate Only
Fee StructureFlat / Hourly
Closing Fee$2,500–$5,000 flat
Free ConsultationYes
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish, Russian
Virtual AvailableYes
Chambers RankedYes
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Office

Manhattan HQ: One Battery Park Plaza, 18th Floor, NY 10004
(212) 825-0365

Recognition

  • ✓ Chambers USA Leading Lawyer (Real Estate)
  • ✓ Best Lawyers in America
  • ✓ Lawdragon Leading Real Estate Lawyer
  • ✓ Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent 2026
  • ✓ 1,000+ cases won in court