Free CLE: New York Housing Law for the Low-Income Client 2018

  • 27 Sep 2018
  • 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Webcast or In person - PLI 1177 6th Ave., 2nd Fl (enter on 45th Street) New York, NY

Registration Link: 

https://www.pli.edu/Content/Seminar/New_York_Housing_Law_for_the_Low_Income_Client/

by Practising Law Institute

This program provides an overview of New York law that affects many low-income tenants, including eligibility for subsidies, procedures for challenging denials and terminations of subsidies, an overview of New York City Housing Authority Administrative (NYCHA) administrative proceedings, and Housing Court practice and procedure basics. Whether you already work in this field or are considering taking a pro bono case, you will benefit from this training. This is an area where capable legal representation can help families save their homes and avoid the displacement and disruption that result from eviction.

What You Will Learn 

Common New York State/City rental subsidies important to low-income clients
Housing Court: New York City Right to Counsel Law and practice tips for attorneys representing tenants
New York City Housing Authority Administrative (NYCHA) policies and administrative proceedings


Who Should Attend

Attorneys and advocates interested in learning about housing law for low-income renters in New York should attend this informative program.  Pro Bono attorneys deciding whether to take on a pro bono housing case are particularly encouraged to attend.

  • CLE Credit Comments: Transitional: Newly admitted NY attorneys CAN earn ethics, professional practice, law practice management, and skills credits in either format. CANNOT earn skills credit in webcast format. Total Credits: 3.50 Professional Practice: 3.50