ATTORNEYS & EXECUTIVE STAFF

"... you don't write the laws, you creatively apply them when appropriate. You play to win, that's why they hired you in the first place."
Anonymous

"If there was a top 100 for lawyers you be #1. Your work over the years speaks for itself!"
Robert Tuchman, author of "The 100 Sporting Events You Must See Live"

"I used Carolyn Rualo for a tenant eviction case ... She is very professional, responsive, and knowledgeable ... I would use her again without hesitation ..."
M. Morrison

" ... you and Guy are the best lawyers I have ever dealt with. Not only are you and your firm very professional but make what would probably be a harrowing experience seem as easy as a walk in the park.
Anonymous

"They did what they said they were going to do and kept us informed every step of the way. They were pleasant to deal with, and had an understanding of our concerns ... I knew we were in good hands. Your knowledge of the law and up-beat personality is invigorating."
Phil Rudnick, Property Owner, Restaurateur

"Adam is tenacious, sharp, detail-oriented and responsive. The team he's assembled at his firm deliver no less ... Adam made himself available at anytime, day or night ... He is someone I highly trust ... who has genuine care for helping people."
Renee Schmidt

"Thank you for being our champion and making this happy ending possible."
Bev West and Jason Bergund, authors of "Please Don't Feed the Daisy"

"You are the lawyer everyone wishes to have beside them in the courtroom!!! You are fearless!!!"
Melanie Z. & Toni C.

"I couldn't recommend Adam more strongly. Adam (and his firm) has the highest of integrity, is proactive for his clients, has incredible knowledge of Real Estate law, follows up impeccably, is accessible and a really a nice person."
Vice President, Park Avenue Cooperative

"We felt so helpless and did not know where to turn before your help. You went above and beyond and I appreciate Leni taking so much time out of her busy day to draft such an amazing and effective letter for constructive eviction (with exhibits A-J)!"
Emily Cullings

"We were overwhelmed by the generosity of your knowledge and time. It was because of your gracious gift of professional expertise that Emily and we as her parents have a huge weight off our shoulders."
Edward and Erin Cullings

"Dov's patience in explaining the process and nuances of legal jargon was greatly appreciated. He was always reachable, extremely pleasant, and professional."
Annick Shen

"As the closing attorney is usually the last face the borrower sees during a mortgage transaction, it is important to leave the borrower off with a good lasting impression and you have done so."
Sunny Hong

" ... no sale would have occurred without the able and professional expertise of Mr. Arad in holding the transaction together nor without the lengths to which he extended himself to see it through with a successful conclusion."
Michael N. Appell, Real Estate Board of New York

"Just wanted to pass along my gratitude and thanks to you, Larry, Sheila and the rest of your team for the excellent work you've done on our case over the past few months."
Members, 123 West 44th Street, Tenant's association

"I am writing to thank you for taking on one of the biggest real estate companies in the city and one of the largest commercial real estate brokerages in the country and bring them to their knees quickly and efficiently."
Ken Brandman, Founding Partner of New York Commercial Real Estate Services (NYCRS)

"Adam Leitman Bailey's legal eagles kept costs down while delivering the results we needed to enjoy our homes peacefully."
Trevis Orr, The Board of Managers of the Williamsburg Mews Condominium

"I have had many attorneys and it is very satisfying to know that I am using the best. They stop at nothing to make sure that every detail is taken care of and that every case is solved to my satisfaction."
Real Estate and Hotel Owner and Developer in Manhattan, Queens and the Greater New York

"Whatever success the Department had could only have been achieved through the work and leadership of you and your assistants..."
Louis J. Lefkowitz, former New York State Attorney General

"Thank you for all the work you did for me over the years!"
Cindy Crawford

"From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you for getting me out of my disastrous legal mess..."
Valentina Phillips

"You made the purchase of my apartment, which I thought was an impossible situation, a reality."
John Delgrosso, Esq., successfully sued for specific performance of a cooperative apartment

"I met Adam Leitman Bailey and it was the best thing that happened to Empire Management."
Sean Adams, Empire Management

"Plain and simple ... thank you for being my client's attorney ... You and Guy are certainly DEAL MAKERS. From the moment I sent you the term sheet the deal was on auto pilot. Your understanding of the legal system and ability to conduct a firm but fair negotiation, has led to one of the smoothest transactions I've ever been involved with."
Joseph Sitt, Director of Sales, Massey Knakel Realty Services

"I am writing to thank you and express my appreciation for the outstanding legal representation your firm provided my client in connection with the disposition of its office..."
Douglas A. Grabiner of Newmark Knight Frank

"A heartfelt 'Thank You' to you and your staff for all that you've done this past year."
Gatsby Enterprises, Residential and Commercial Property Owner

"Your prompt, tough negotiation rescued her from an uninhabitable apartment..."
Leonard Downie, Jr., Executive Editor, Washington Post

"Adam Leitman Bailey-- Defender of what’s right. He works and works at lawyering To make things just right."
Diana Dunbar, Member of 21 East 2nd Tenant Association

"I am officially tenant free! It has been one year exactly since I closed so all in all I think that is pretty good! ... Thanks again for all you and everyone at ALB did for me."
Anonymous

"Adam's hard work and dedication to our association has saved us thousands of dollars in the last few years."
Adam Horowitz, Real Estate Broker & Former Condominium President

"Please accept my compliments and gratitude... your legal strategy was quite effective."
Charles Labelson

"Glorify the day my lawyer told me about you."
Gene Arnold

"[Adam Leitman Bailey] represents some of the biggest Landlord's in NYC and many tenant organizations (for co-ops, condo and rental properties) and possesses an amazing level of knowledge and skill with an impeccable reputation with attorneys, judges and anyone involved in the real estate industry. "
Anonymous

"My counsel during trouble times."
President of the Coop Board

"You literally 'pulled a rabbit out of the hat' as the entire Court was dumbfounded when you showed them that victory was eminent."
Craig Sherman, Tenant

"...you went way beyond my expectations, so too today, your perfomance was beyond amazing. You went toe to toe with a tough judge and slowly but surely brought him over to our side."
Anonymous

"We had an adversary with a great case despite what seemed to me to be an uphill battle and a no-win situation you pulled it off and I have to tell you, I am truly impressed."
Linda Tsang, Thank you letter after father's victory after 8 day trial

"Adam is a NYC real estate attorney who without hesitation is the best attorney that I've ever dealt with!"
Michelle Sedlitz, real estate agent from one of the top three real estate agencies in New York

"Your attention to detail and absolute availability to questions and concerns made me feel very much in control and confident through the process of my first purchase..."
Evan Farmer, Home owner and host of the TLC channel's "While You Were Out", as well as the following films: Austin Powers 3: Goldmember and Shaft Returns

"...Thank you for everything. You have always been there for us, you are the best advisor and lawyer ever..."
Cohen's Fashion Optical

"I believe you are truly one of the best litigators out there with a determination of steel."
Marc Held

"From our initial conversations with a contractor all the way through to this final moment, you have been the greatest single beacon of clarity we have had."
Anonymous

"You literally took a deal that was dead and brought it back to life..."
Bernice Riccio, Condominium Owner

"You saved me money and a great deal of lost sleep through your outstanding efforts..."
D. Robert Drucker, Jr., Attorney & Cooperative Owner

"Adam Leitman Bailey had done new construction sales for us here--he's awesome."
Manager, one of the largest residential brokerages in New York City

Here is the name of a really good lawyer ... Adam L Bailey, his Fees are very reasonable and he is not Scared about going up against the City and will really work with you ..."
Vlad

"Call my attorney, ADAM LEITMAN BAILEY, he is a 30 something, experienced real estate killer and he would cost half of what XXXX cost you and run circles around him to boot. And he is a class act!"
Owner and Real Estate Broker, New York, NY

"Thank you for your assistance in evicting my tenants. Your advice and counsel was invaluable to expediting the situation."
James Tse, Building Owner

"You won great legal fights for us. Your fighting style is very similar to Alam Deshowitz. And you are just like him in that you're not afraid of a good fight."
Michael Bessendorf, property owner, forceclosure specialist

"I can't thank you enough for the work you did for me on my apartment ... My tenant association's lawyer was unsatisfactory to me. I went from no results, to a record -breaking settlement for a tenant within five months. I couldn't be happier with you, your firm, your integrity, and your timeliness."
Erinmaura Condon

"The overall professionalism and respect with which you and all your staff approached me made working with you an extremely meaningful experience."
Betsy Landau

"As I prepare to move into my new home, I know that my dream would not have been realized without the hard work, legal knowledge, and negotiating skills [of your staff]."
Stephen Pirozzi

"... with out the agreement Adam drafted I would have lost the entire commission ..."
Anonymous

"If you had to pick the toughest and most successful litigator to oppose a coop board on a matter where the legal fees will probably be extensive (client is prepared to fight to the end), who would you suggest?"
Anonymous

"Mr. Bailey and his law firm demonstrated a genuine interest in achieving the best outcome at the most reasonable expense while remaining true to interests of the client ..."
C. Michael Brady

"... I was impressed in the effectiveness of your firm’s representation of the company in title defense litigation and the efficiency with which our needs were handled by your lawyers ... Your firm provided a high quality representation that was also cost-effective."
Norma Levy

"Thanks a million for being so great..."
Rose Arrick

"I want to expressly thank you for all of your great work."
President, Board of Directors, Cooperative in NYC

"I love him. He is tough as nails but can get the negotiation done."
Anonymous

"[Adam Leitman Bailey's] large staff, modern office facilities and expert team of highly motivated professionals is a welcome relief for us who have paid so much for inadequate services and has so much at stake."
Michael Shenker

"Your tenacity and persuasive skills were most certainly evident!"
Ruth Chenetz, Producer of Dateline NBC

"You accomplished in one day what our previous lawyer could not accomplish in two months."
Jessica & Hans Graffunder, Homeowner & Producer of HBO Series "Sopranos"

"I came to you because it was well established in the city of New York that you were the top law firm dealing with landlord/tenant issues. I must say that my experience with your firm has certainly lived up to the impeccable reputation that you have developed over the years. I had the honor and privilege of working with one of the most outstanding attorneys with whom I have been in contact with in my career and personal life, namely Jackie Halpern."
Cynthia M. Magro, Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

"Thank you so much for the sale of our home."
Chris and Amy Hussar

"It is time for Sarah and those who love her to celebrate - and we want to thank you for the role that you have played in making that celebration come to fruition."
The Piampianos, Madison Floral Corp.

"My wife and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for the hard work that you put into the purchase of our first home. We fully believe that if it wasn't for your tireless efforts we would not have been able to successfully close on this house."
Robert and Elizabeth Hoffman

"EJ and I just wanted to thank you for all of the hard work you put in our behalf in the purchase of our new apartment. You made it all very easy, even when the deal became somewhat contentious."
Monica & Erik-Jaap

"Your services were excellent."
Traci Potenza

"My wife ... and I wish to extend our most profound thanks to you and your firm for the excellent service you provided while resolving the issues we had with our new landlord."
Jim and Bryn Heathman

"Over the last couple of years, you have provided us with superb legal services. Thank you for your personal and friendly service ..."
Cohen's Fashion Optical

"Within 48 hours of contacting my tenant, Mr. Bailey was able to persuade my tenant to vacate."
John Mazon-Santos, Landlord

"After seeing you in action in the courtroom... he moved to settle the next afternoon."
Rachel Lerner, Attorney & Former Tenant

"You assisted me through the toughest of times and ultimately and expeditiously, had my roommate evicted sooner than I could have ever expected."
Michelle Simon, Attorney & Tenant

"Thanks to your firm, we are in receipt of our Certificate of No Harassment. Thank you for your efforts!"
Landlord

"Dov's case cite and discussion is very valuable. My Firm and our client thank Dov very much. As Usual, Dov never ceases to be a veritable font of knowledge and of sophisticated as well as humorous insight."
Real Estate Attorney

"Carmen & I wanted to let you know what a fabulous job you did steering us through the almost purchase of what would have been a home buyers nightmare through the actual purchase of our dream oasis in Midtown Manhattan ... We felt taken care of and in good hands at all times."
Jake & Carmen Daehler

"I want to express many thanks to you and your associates for accomplishing an impossible task. Your generosity and persistence in having this case won has shown extensive knowledge of law and 'street smarts.'"
Wilson Tsang

"From the first introduction to the closing, you left no stone unturned!"
Kathleen Stovall, Cooperative Owner

"You can count on me boasting about the lawyer who helped me with the purchase of my 1st home."
James Weigand

"We are very appreciate for all you did to help close the deal. The condo is beautiful!"
Bruce & Percy Bennutti, Condominium Owners

"Coupled with your thoroughness, availability and sincerity, my expectations of a smooth transition were succeeded."
Lori Goldberg, Ad Executive & Homeowner

"The tenant moved out and gave us the keys. You the man!"
Edward Lowinger, Attorney, Company & Building Owner

"Your terrific negotiating skills enabled us to come to a settlement for me to vacate my apartment that I am very pleased about."
Stephanie Gerard, Former tenant who was bought out

"We really appreciated that you always made yourself available to us whenever we had questions, and were quick to respond to all phone calls and emails- even when you were on vacation! You helped make the process easy, simple and efficient and always had us feeling protected."
Ramin Bahrani, Noruz Films, Inc.

"I have never met more competent loan closers than Adam Leitman Bailey. P.C. They are simply the best."
Mitchell Karasik, Pan Am Mortgage

"We have used [the Law firm of Adam Leitman Bailey] for several closings and have always had excellent service."
Warren Perkins, Mortgage Consultant

"Before you buy a home, get Adam on the phone."
The Peoples Improv Theatre

"We appreciate your work and resolve to help in our new home in NYC!"
Kyomi & Leo Parente, Condominium Owners

"Thank you for the excellent job your firm did in helping me sell my property."
Monroe Head

"Being a lawyer, I am sure that you have enough sense to - not believe every thing you read (or is in print) as factually ... Thank you for being our lawyer."
Jeannette Walls, Author of the "Glass Castle"

"Thank you for all of your dedicated unselfish help to us and others downtown."
Candy World

"Gracias a mi abogado Adam Leitman Bailey todos aquellos que colaboraron."
The Rivas Family

"You took things into your own hands, chasing down ancient and elusive documents, reworking those that were hopelessly inadequate for contemporary purposes, and generally bringing the wrath of the righteous to bear on the situation."
Killian Jordan

"Congratulations on a wonderful achievement and a most deserving recognition to the #1 real estate attorney in NY! What an achievement in such a short amount of time. People work a career without obtaining same. I knew from the time I met you in 1998 that greatness was calling."
Jason, Attorney and Hotel Owner

"I want to tell you what a WONDERFUL job David Shin did on our closing."
WM

"It is almost impossible to express the tremendous gratitude that Justin and I feel for your hard work and great efforts."
Norell and Justin Young

"Just a quick note thanking you and your firm for helping me get my condo..."
Young Kim

"ALB did a wonderful job on a very complicated closing."
Brett, homeowner and investor

"Ms. Goldberg’s expertise helped us tremendously when we encountered several problems. She went above and beyond to find solutions which produced results more than what was done by both our lawyer and realtor."
Veronica, Michelle & Richard Griffith

"Guy treated me with care and precision, while making me feel like a valued client ... At the closing, Lauren was great. She was organized and efficient, helpful and a pleasure to work with ..."
Richard Howell

"We dealt with Adam Leitman Bailey personally and were immediately impressed with his vast knowledge and experience with this type of legal action..."
Lisa Mather & Andy Prosky

"I wanted to take a moment to thank the team at Adam Leitman Bailey, specifically David Shin and Peter Chang..."
Thomas Lupone

"Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. was knowledgeable and responsive when I needed them and their persistent attention to detail ensured that even the smallest issues were resolved promptly..."
Drew Fletcher

"Once again, thanks for your assistance in this process, your professional guidance and your patience. We learned so much! We are pleased we had your representation thru the process."
Sylvia M. Montan, Esq.

"Thank you for always being available anytime and anywhere with your professional services along with personal and friendly advice."
Paul and Julia Yanez

"Katherine Kokkosis proved to be stellar in her job performance. I would not have any hesitation to use you and Katherine again in the future."
Marv L. Roussan

"Thank you for all of your hard work on our closing. You have been diligent on our project."
Carrie Green

"Buying a home is stressful enough as it is without any added legal complications which, in our case thanks to your efforts, were nil."
Bill Mui, Aetos Capital Management (Asia) Ltd.

"You were always available to answer all my questions, no matter how small, which really calmed my nerves and re-assured me. The initiative you took on scheduling the closings for the same day was phenomenal."
Arnold Barkus

"You made what is normally one of life's difficult experiences a smooth and, dare I say it, enjoyable occasion. We would without question use your firm for our future legal needs."
Tom and Cindy Sullivan

"My experience with Mr. Bailey was that of dealing with a savvy no nonsense professional..."
Relieved Landlord

"My dad told me that if I have a legal problem, I am suppose to call Adam! Thanks again."
Justin Ryan

"I just want to drop a few words with you to let you know that I am very happy that David Shin is now taking care of the issue and our coop."
President, Board of Directors, Manhattan Cooperative

"Congratulations on being named in the Habitat Who's Who in Real Estate Law 2000."
Christopher McGrath

"Thank you for getting us out of our apartment jam..."
Kathryn & Mike

"I am indeed very grateful that you were able to get a review for me and to have them erase the notice. You accomplished for me what seemed to me to be an impossible task."
Anne Moore

"Congratulations on winning a big one - and it sounded like a big one. Anytime you win one you cannot win, you have gotten a big one..."
Faculty, Syracuse College of Law

"Adam is a pistol that will do almost anything to best represent his client."
Bernard Wincig, Law Firm Owner & Real Estate Attorney

"Thanks for pulling the chestnuts out of the fire for us."
New England Cable News

Adam Leitman Bailey participates in lawsuit on behalf of Patsy's in Manhattan (IOB Realty) resulting in Patsy's in Brooklyn changing its name to Grimaldi's
John Brecevich, owner of Patsy's Pizza

"I cannot tell you how happy I am that I hired you. I look back at last year and shudder to think that I almost got evicted from my home, thank you a million times over for stopping them from doing that to me."
Olivia Greenberg

"Adam Leitman Bailey (copied) is the "best-of-breed" when it comes to landlord/tenant issues. He is well known and well feared. "
Anonymous

"Thank you, for all the hard work you did preparing for and executing my closing. Judging by my own experience & the comments, of everyone else present, it had to be one of the most smoothly conducted closings ever held!"
Stephen Pirozzi

"[David Shin] steadfastly held to principles and logic in the face of illogic and stubbornness from the other side..."
Eric Alpert, Independent Licensed Real Estate Broker

"Please accept this gift as a small measure of my appreciation for all the care and attention that you have shown me over the past number of months. I thank you for your efforts and dedication."
Henry Shalom, Real Estate Building Owner and Manager

"Thanks so much for all your help with our apartment troubles."
Robin Oelkers, NBC Television

"I just wanted to drop a note of thanks for the excellent service you provided in my defense versus my landlord."
Ryan Worst, Tenant & Investment Analyst

"I am very impressed with the timeliness of work from your office and will most assuredly direct any of my friends and/or clients in your direction ..."
Members, 123 West 44th Street Tenant's Association

"Your expertise and outstanding client service made this transaction simple and hassle-free."
Young Kim

"You are an incredible lawyer!"
Pamela Capone

"...everything looked good. I wanted to thank you also, Mr. Galeno was very impressed and said you did an excellent job with his closing. "
Anonymous

"Adam was hardworking, persistent, and dedicated throughout the duration of our case."
21 East 2nd Street Association

"Once we hired you, we began to see immediate action by the Landlord. Management, who did not want to hear our complaints in the beginning, then began to try to negotiate with us. Our repairs began to happen and we began to see the results we were hoping for. We are very happy with the conclusion of our case and the settlement received."
90 Washington Tenants Association

"If I were to mention your law firm and describe it to anyone, I would identify it as the place, where the word "no" has no place. Where people with energy will sit with you and will find a way to make no, become a yes. May I congratulate you on your choice of professionals, may I also thank you for not having turned me away and for having also had the kindness of seeing that indeed, this purchase was financially sound, but so much more important, one close to my heart."
Carmen Maria Rodriguez, daughter of Victor Rodriguez-Abreu, the person who informed President John F. Kennedy of nuclear missiles in Cuba, inciting the Cuban Missle Crisis

"Your ability to solve dilemmas before you through negotiations have made you an invaluable asset to the company."
Jennifer Convertibles

"Three different law firms told me I had no case ... Somehow Adam Leitman Bailey P.C. not only got me ownership but a proper portion of the sales proceeds. I do not know what I would have done without you."
Thalita Saunders

"Adam Leitman Bailey PC knows the definition of "closing." The team at Adam Leitman Bailey PC goes the extra mile to accommodate any and all situations. As a sales manager for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, I have worked with many attorneys, and Adam Leitman Bailey and his team stand out with their top notch work ethic and customer service."
Brian Scott Cohen, Sales Manager for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

"We were told by others that, given the circumstances presented in this case, we could not possibly win. Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. saved the day and got us everything we wished for. As the owner of the firm, I thank you for your legal brilliance, your tenacity and your positive attitude even when things seemed dire. I commend in this whole words, any human being who can bring together people who are troubled and angry and make peace."
David Easton

"I met with a really impressive attorney two days ago ... he has proven to expedite deals - a major source of frustration w/ most attorneys as they tend to sleep on deals or are too inundated w/deals, ultimately costing our buyers apartments!"
Anonymous

"This is a case I started last Apr. or May. It is a slam dunk illegal sublet but my previous attys are not the law firm of A.L.B."
Large Multi-Family Property Owner

"It has been a long journey since I retained your law firm in August 2007. My tenant is finally out of her office, thanks to the fine legal work your astute team provided me."
Richard Beck, Psychotherapist, Trauma Specialist

"... We needed out of the contract ... These attorneys said that there was no way for us to get our money back. With one letter, a few phone calls, you were able to void the contract and obtain my complete down payment back."
Peter Buckley

"[The Law Firm of Adam Leitman Bailey] really know how to defuse a situation at the closing table and make me look good in front my borrowers..."
Roland Shnayder, Home Owners Mortgage Express

"You were my warrior and I shall never forget you. I learned so much from you. You go to battle and if you should lose, you find a way to fight again and again until you win."
Anonymous

"Isn't Adam Bailey a true Super Hero just like you see in the movies? We certainly think so ..."
Anonymous

"... his firm are, without question, the premier commercial real estate firm in the city. I have worked with him and his colleagues on numerous transactions for more than ten years ... and I have only high praise."
Anonymous

"The two of you made an exceptionally strong team as a result of your complementary strengths and experience. You were extremely responsive to my interests and very accessible when I needed information or advice, and throughout the case provided a consistently high level of service."
Lois A. Ebin, Landlord

"... I could not have been more thrilled not only with the results, but especially by the careful and outstanding strategy that you personally developed in the handling of my very difficult and complex case, to which you handled not only professionally but personally."
Jimmy Cohen, tenant

"Amen brotha! Hope for all the kids out there, justice prevails in new york city, as long as you hire Adam Leitman Bailey and friends :)"
Beverly West