Beinert Thaniel J

About The Law Office of Thaniel J. Beinert — Real Estate Brooklyn, New York

The Law Office of Thaniel J. Beinert & Associates provides real estate Brooklyn clients with hands-on legal representation across property transactions and related matters throughout Kings County. Attorney Thaniel J. Beinert leads a team that includes Marc A. Merolesi and Erica D. Vitanza, giving the firm multi-attorney coverage across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The firm emphasizes energetic, knowledgeable representation — an approach that serves Brooklyn buyers and sellers handling a market where deal timelines are tight and title issues can surface late in the process. Find other real estate attorneys in Brooklyn serving Kings County.

The firm’s multi-practice background spans real estate, taxes, bankruptcy, and immigration — areas that frequently intersect for Brooklyn property owners managing estates, refinancing under financial stress, or purchasing property with cross-border considerations. The Brooklyn office number is (718) 921-6601.

What Clients Say

Clients of the Beinert firm describe attorneys who are personally engaged in their cases. The team’s energy and depth — spanning multiple attorneys and practice areas — gives Brooklyn real estate clients a firm that can handle complications that arise mid-transaction, from tax lien resolution to landlord-tenant issues on investment properties.

Real Estate Brooklyn — Practice Areas & Services

• Real estate closings — purchase and sale representation for residential properties across Kings County and the NYC metro area.
• Tax matters related to real estate — addressing capital gains exposure, property tax assessments, and transfer tax obligations for Brooklyn property owners.
• Bankruptcy and real estate — handling property matters for clients handling Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 proceedings.
• Landlord and tenant representation — covering lease disputes, eviction proceedings, and tenancy matters in Kings County Housing Court.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to my Brooklyn property if I file for bankruptcy?

Filing for bankruptcy does not automatically mean losing your home. In a Chapter 7 case, New York’s homestead exemption protects up to $179,975 in home equity for individual filers (as of recent adjustments) — meaning if your equity is within that range, the trustee cannot force a sale. Chapter 13 lets you keep your property while restructuring debts over 3–5 years, including catching up on mortgage arrears. The bankruptcy trustee and your mortgage lender are notified upon filing, and the automatic stay immediately halts any pending foreclosure.

How are capital gains taxed when I sell a Brooklyn property?

Federal capital gains rates on the profit from a property sale range from 0% to 20% depending on your income and how long you held the property. The primary residence exclusion allows single filers to exclude up to $250,000 in gain ($500,000 for married couples) if the home was your primary residence for at least 2 of the last 5 years. New York State adds its own income tax on capital gains, so sellers should factor both federal and state tax liability into their net proceeds calculation.

What is a property tax certiorari proceeding in New York?

A tax certiorari proceeding is a legal challenge to the assessed value of a property for property tax purposes. Brooklyn property owners who believe the NYC Department of Finance has overassessed their property — resulting in higher-than-warranted tax bills — can file a petition with the NYC Tax Commission and, if unsuccessful, appeal to the Kings County Supreme Court Civil Term at 360 Adams Street. Successful challenges reduce the assessed value and lower ongoing tax bills.