About Bradley Bailyn, Esq. (Bailyn Law) — Real Estate Brooklyn, New York
Bradley Bailyn, Esq. applies his background in business and construction law to real estate Brooklyn property owners, investors, and developers dealing with disputes, liens, and contract conflicts throughout Kings County. A Brooklyn Law School JD with an NYU Stern accounting undergraduate degree, Bailyn built his practice specifically to solve problems for property owners — not just to process routine closings. His initial 30-minute consultation includes case review, document analysis, and legal strategy, giving Brooklyn clients a clear picture of their options before committing to representation. Find other real estate attorneys in Brooklyn for your Kings County matter.
Bailyn Law’s practice covers real estate and partnership disputes, commercial lease litigation, mechanics liens, construction contract conflicts, and debtor-creditor matters — the legal issues that arise after deals go sideways. For Brooklyn property owners dealing with a contractor dispute on a renovation in Sunset Park or a commercial lease conflict in Bushwick, Bailyn’s combined business and property law background is directly applicable.
What Clients Say
Clients of Bailyn Law describe an attorney who is direct, analytically sharp, and focused on resolving disputes efficiently rather than prolonging litigation. The initial consultation’s depth — covering case review and legal strategy — gives clients confidence that they are working with a lawyer who has genuinely engaged with their specific situation before they pay a retainer.
Real Estate Brooklyn — Practice Areas & Services
- Real estate and partnership disputes — resolving disagreements between co-owners, buyers and sellers, landlords and tenants, and partners in Brooklyn property ventures.
- Mechanics lien matters — filing and defending mechanics liens for contractors and property owners in Kings County.
- Commercial lease litigation — representing Brooklyn landlords and tenants in commercial lease disputes before the courts.
- Construction contract disputes — handling contractor, subcontractor, and owner disputes on Brooklyn renovation and development projects.
- Debtor-creditor law — managing loan disputes, collections, and lender-borrower conflicts involving Brooklyn real estate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mechanics lien and how does it work in New York?
A mechanics lien is a legal claim filed against a property by a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier who has not been paid for work or materials provided to improve the property. In New York, a mechanics lien must be filed with the Kings County Clerk at 360 Adams Street within 8 months of the last date of work on a private improvement project (4 months for single-family residences). The lien encumbers the property’s title, which can prevent a sale or refinancing until the lien is resolved. Property owners can challenge a lien by posting a bond or seeking a discharge in court.
Can a landlord terminate a commercial lease in Brooklyn if the tenant stops paying rent?
In New York, commercial landlords have more flexibility than residential landlords to terminate a lease for nonpayment. The landlord must first serve a proper written notice to cure or quit under the lease terms, then file a commercial summary proceeding in Brooklyn Civil Court if the tenant does not vacate or pay. Commercial eviction proceedings generally move faster than residential cases, but the lease must specifically allow for termination — courts enforce commercial lease provisions strictly. An attorney should review the lease before any enforcement action.
What is a construction loan dispute and how is it resolved in Kings County?
Construction loan disputes arise when lenders, borrowers, or contractors disagree about draw amounts, project progress, or loan compliance terms. These disputes can halt a project and trigger default under the loan agreement. In Brooklyn, they are resolved through litigation in Kings County Supreme Court at 360 Adams Street, or through arbitration if the loan agreement contains an arbitration clause. A real estate attorney with construction law experience can identify the most efficient resolution path based on the specific contract terms and the stage of the project.
Quick Facts: Real Estate Law in Brooklyn, New York
- NY Mechanics Lien Deadline: Contractors must file within 8 months of last work (4 months for single-family homes) at the Kings County Clerk — Kings County Clerk’s Office
- Brooklyn Construction Activity: NYC issued over 100,000 construction permits citywide in 2023 — Kings County accounts for a major share — NYC Department of Buildings
- NY Lien Law Article 2: New York Lien Law governs mechanics liens for private improvement projects statewide — New York Lien Law §10
