A non-payment action is brought by the landlord to collect unpaid rent arrears. The first step to any non-payment proceeding is to properly present the “rent demand”. This may be controlled by either your lease provision and/or statute. Improper demand can result in dismissal of your case. In addition, improper service of your demand can result in dismissal of your matter costing you both time and money.

After expiration of the rent demand, it is necessary to serve the tenant(s) with a notice of Petition and Petition. Again, if this is not prepared properly and/or served correctly, this too, can result in a dismissal of your matter and result in you restarting your case.

If you a landlord who needs to commence a non payment action rent demand, contact the Law Offices of Ezratty, Ezratty & Levine, LLP.