Michelle P Quinn

July 25, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Lawmakers at the state and city level have responded to the increase in squatting with new legislation and regulations designed to address this issue. Real Estate attorneys Scott Smiler and Michelle Quinn, partners at Gallet Dreyer & Berkey, explain these new changes and why they're happening now after decades of squatter-friendly laws.

By Scott M. Smiler and Michelle P. Quinn

6 minute read

December 08, 2023 | New York Law Journal

The Emergency Rental Assistance Program was created to provide economic relief to low- and moderate-income households at risk of homelessness due to the pandemic. The program was rushed to meet the immediate threat of evictions due to the COVID shutdowns, and the hastiness of ERAP's creation has led to a wave of litigation, including a recent New York Supreme Court ruling.

By Michelle P. Quinn

6 minute read

March 09, 2023 | New York Law Journal

The burden of ameliorating New York City's homelessness problem should not be borne by landlords alone. The time has come for the legislature to balance the impact of the housing crisis by providing funding and assistance to landlords, not just tenants.

By Michelle P. Quinn

8 minute read

June 17, 2022 | New York Law Journal

Landlords must sift through the haze when renting while the law on marijuana use, cultivation, and distribution is still emerging.

By Michelle P. Quinn

8 minute read

June 18, 2021 | New York Law Journal

While tenants' struggles during the pandemic should not be minimized or disregarded, New York City landlords, especially small ones, are feeling the financial pressure too.

By Michelle P. Quinn

8 minute read