Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Legal Services for Landlords in New York
Founded in 2005 by Jim Clark, our firm specializes in legal services for landlords and active real estate investors. We merged with Blodnick Fazio & Associates PC in 2018 to enhance our capabilities in real estate transactions, landlord-tenant litigation, and asset protection. Our team combines decades of experience in navigating complex legal frameworks to safeguard client interests. We prioritize proactive strategies to prevent disputes while offering robust representation in litigation when necessary.Our services extend to corporate counsel, estate planning, and personal legal matters tailored to real estate professionals. We align our incentives with clients to ensure success through innovative legal solutions. With offices in Babylon and Garden City, we serve clients across Long Island and New York metropolitan areas. Our approach emphasizes transparency, efficiency, and long-term client relationships built on trust and expertise.
Services
Landlord Solutions
Residential Investor Services
Commercial Investor Solutions
Foreclosure Defense
FAST Evictions
Real Estate Transactions
Estate Planning
Asset Protection
Business Formation
Tenant Screening
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in real estate law and landlord-tenant litigation.
- Our proactive strategies prevent disputes and minimize operational risks for clients.
- We align financial incentives with client success to ensure shared outcomes.
- Comprehensive services cover transactions, litigation, estate planning, and corporate counsel.
- Dedicated team with deep expertise in New York's unique real estate legal landscape.
Services
Landlord Solutions
Comprehensive legal support for landlords including lease agreements, eviction prevention, and tenant disputes. We help clients maintain compliance with New York regulations while maximizing property profitability. Our proactive approach reduces litigation risks through thorough documentation and strategic counsel.
FAST Evictions
Specialized eviction process following technical legal requirements to ensure swift resolution. Our methodology emphasizes lease adherence, timely action, and neutral execution to protect landlord interests while minimizing financial losses through efficient court proceedings.
Residential Investor Solutions
Legal guidance for residential real estate investors covering property acquisitions, entity formation, and asset protection strategies. We streamline transactions while addressing unique challenges like mortgage modifications and foreclosure defense to optimize investment outcomes.
Commercial Real Estate
Full-service representation for commercial property transactions including acquisitions, financing, leasing, and dispute resolution. Our attorneys handle complex deals involving industrial properties, retail spaces, and multifamily developments to safeguard client interests throughout the transaction lifecycle.
Estate Planning
Tailored estate planning services for real estate professionals including wills, trusts, and asset protection strategies. We ensure seamless wealth transfer while addressing unique challenges related to property holdings and business succession planning.
People
Jim Clark
Partner & Founder
Attorney Jim Clark founded ClarksLaws in 2005 after 15+ years at Wall Street firms. He specializes in landlord-tenant law and real estate transactions, representing investors in complex legal matters across New York.
Edward K. Blodnick
Partner
With 30+ years of experience, Edward Blodnick focuses on real estate litigation and corporate law. He co-founded the firm in 1992, developing expertise in commercial transactions and dispute resolution for property owners.
Thomas R. Fazio
Partner
Thomas Fazio concentrates on real estate finance and development. He has represented major lenders and developers in New York's commercial property market for over 25 years, handling complex financing arrangements and land use matters.
Questions
What areas do you serve for real estate legal services?
We primarily serve Long Island and New York City, with offices in Babylon (Suffolk County) and Garden City (Nassau County).
How does your FAST Eviction process work?
Our FAST Eviction methodology follows four principles: strict lease adherence, timely action, neutral execution, and financial focus to ensure efficient tenant removal while minimizing legal risks.
Do you handle both residential and commercial real estate matters?
Yes, we provide comprehensive services for both residential investors and commercial property owners, including transactions, litigation, and asset protection strategies.
What sets your firm apart from other real estate law practices?
We exclusively represent landlords and real estate investors, aligning our incentives with client success through proactive legal strategies and specialized industry expertise.
Can you assist with mortgage modification and foreclosure defense?
Yes, our firm offers foreclosure solutions including mortgage modifications, short sales, and defense strategies for residential property owners facing financial difficulties.
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