Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Melville, NY
The Law Office-Andrew L Crabtree, P.C. is a boutique law firm headquartered in Melville, New York, specializing in sophisticated legal matters. With over 70 years of combined experience, our team delivers results-driven representation in commercial litigation, real estate transactions, corporate law, and construction matters. We serve as general counsel for clients ranging from individuals to corporations, combining big-firm expertise with personalized attention. Our attorneys leverage deep trial experience to draft enforceable agreements and resolve disputes efficiently.Recognized for defeating large national firms, we prioritize cost-effective solutions while maintaining the highest professional standards. Our practice integrates litigation insights into transactional work, ensuring contracts withstand scrutiny. Clients benefit from our collaborative approach, strategic thinking, and commitment to protecting their interests throughout the legal process.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Real Estate Transactions
Corporate Law
Construction Law
Real Estate Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's needs
- Our attorneys have over 70 years of combined experience in complex legal matters
- We provide cost-effective solutions without compromising quality
- Proven track record of success in both litigation and transactional matters
- Our team combines big-firm expertise with boutique-level service
What people say
Trust their knowledge
Superior outcomes
Ethical and strategic
Saved my business
Strongly recommended
Services
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigation practice handles complex business disputes with seasoned trial attorneys. We represent clients in contract disputes, business torts, employment claims, and shareholder disputes. Our approach combines strategic preparation for trial with cost-effective resolution options, leveraging decades of courtroom experience to secure favorable outcomes.
Real Estate Transactions
We provide comprehensive real estate transaction services including acquisitions, sales, leasing, and development. Our attorneys draft risk-minimized contracts informed by litigation experience, representing clients in commercial, residential, and mixed-use property matters across the New York metropolitan area.
Corporate Law
Our corporate law practice covers business formation, mergers and acquisitions, and contract drafting. We serve as general counsel for businesses, handling intellectual property licensing, shareholder agreements, and corporate governance matters with a focus on preventing future litigation.
Construction Law
We represent clients in construction contract negotiations and dispute resolution. Our services include drafting construction agreements, mechanics liens, and handling labor issues. Our litigation experience informs proactive contract drafting to prevent disputes and ensure enforceable agreements.
Real Estate Litigation
Our real estate litigation team handles lease disputes, landlord-tenant matters, and boundary disputes. With specialized knowledge of New York property law, we represent clients in court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution while focusing on practical business outcomes.
People
Andrew L. Crabtree
Principal
Principal attorney with decades of experience in commercial litigation and corporate law. Former prosecutor with a track record of winning complex cases. Provides strategic legal counsel to businesses and individuals across New York.
Dara M. Hartman
Associate
Experienced associate attorney specializing in real estate transactions and construction law. Assists clients with contract drafting and dispute resolution while maintaining a focus on cost-effective solutions.
Denise Schwartz
Legal Assistant
Supports the legal team with case management and document preparation. Provides administrative assistance to ensure efficient handling of client matters across all practice areas.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in commercial litigation, real estate transactions, corporate law, and construction matters. Our practice also includes real estate litigation and franchise law.
How does your firm handle complex legal disputes?
Our attorneys combine trial preparation with strategic negotiation, using litigation insights to draft enforceable agreements and resolve disputes efficiently while protecting client interests.
What experience do you have with business transactions?
With over 70 years of combined experience, we handle business formations, mergers and acquisitions, contract drafting, and corporate governance matters for clients across industries.
Do you represent clients outside New York?
While based in Melville, NY, we represent clients throughout the New York metropolitan area in various legal matters involving commercial and real estate law.
How do you ensure cost-effective legal solutions?
Our boutique structure allows personalized service without sacrificing quality. We focus on efficient dispute resolution and transparent billing practices to maximize client value.
