Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in New York
I live in an month to month apartment in Brooklyn, NY. I am trying to get my co-tenant evicted, but the landlord is hesitant to start proceedings due to the costs involved. I have lived in the apartment for two years, the co-tenant for eight months.
Is there any way for me to legally become the Master Tenant either through signing a lease or other agreement with the landlord, without the co-tenant knowing? I would assume responsibility for the entire rent, so long as the co-tenant would be responsible for paying me directly and I could personally pursue holdover eviction proceedings. Is this a valid way for the co-tenant to become a subtenant?
1 Answer from Attorneys
That should work. We have substantial experience handling these types of cases, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.
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