A Passion For Justice. The Experience to Win
Our Legal Practices
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Condominium Boards and
Homeowners Associations
Condo Board/HOA representation is a very specialized field of law that requires a certain level of expertise and experience. Our office currently represents several Condo Boards and HOA's within New York City, providing superior representation and getting our clients the results they need. Experience matters. Let us worry, so you don’t have to.
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Real Estate
With over 25 years of combined experience, you can rest assured that all your Real Estate needs will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. Unlike many of our competitors, we also routinely handle complex Real Estate Litigation. Let us be your single point of contact for all of your real estate needs.
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Civil Litigation
Ward & Rafter, LLP prides itself on having some of the best litigators in New York City. Our attorneys have routinely represented both Plaintiffs and Defendants in all types of civil cases, ranging from the simple to the very complex. Unlike many other firms, we involve our clients in every stage of litigation, always striving to get the best results for our clients whether it be through negotiation or trial. We are ready.
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Personal Injury
At Ward & Rafter, LLP, we understand that suffering an injury can be a transformative event in ones life. We know the affect an injury can have on your life and we believe you deserve to be fully compensated for having to endure this traumatic experience. Our aggressive advocacy for our clients is our blueprint for garnering the best possible outcome in all circumstances. We care about you.
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Estate Planning
According to John J. Scroggin, “Many estate planners act as though estate planning is about death and the avoidance of a resulting death tax. To the contrary, the fundamental purpose of estate planning is to leave a legacy for the living. It is not that death and taxes are unimportant, they just pale in significance to the legacy you leave behind.” At Ward & Associates, we hold this principle dear. Providing the best legacy possible for your family is our north star.
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Environmental Law
We have represented clients in a wide range of environmental issues, from helping small not-for-profit organizations challenge the illegal sale of municipal parks, to helping local elected governments understand that rational land use restrictions can protect sensitive waterfront without violating Supreme Court jurisprudence on regulatory takings. We have the experience to help you navigate these complex issues whether you're a homeowner seeking administrative approvals from a local government, or a small business defending itself before a governmental tribunal, we can help.