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Friday, March 20, 2015

JUST RELEASED: Lieb School's Sizzle Reel - Video Clips of Andrew Lieb Conducting Real Estate Trainings

Tuesday, October 07, 2014

Lieb at Law is Hiring a New Law School Graduate (Law Clerk / Entry Level Junior Associate)

Join a thriving law firm that leverages informational imbalances and leads our profession through advocacy and advice supported by cutting-edge technology and know-how.

You will be exposed to real estate litigation and assist in cases from real estate brokerage through landlord / tenant, premises liability, personal injury, foreclosure defense and more.

This is a litigation support position, inclusive of drafting legal memos, pleadings, discovery and motion practice. Deductive reasoning skills required. Must be a self-starter with ambition and drive.

Those that succeed in this position can earn a Junior Associate Attorney position once licensed. Partner track available for the highest level achievers.

This career opportunity is out of our Center Moriches office.

To Apply: Submit Cover Letter, Resume and Writing Sample to careers@liebatlaw.com 

Click here to learn more about Lieb at Law. 


Friday, October 03, 2014

Just Released: New York Metro Super Lawyers Magazine (Andrew Lieb is Featured)

2014 New York Metro Super Lawyers Magazine

The digital version of the New York Metro Super Lawyers Magazine contains the entire print publication. Andrew Lieb is featured on page 151.


The New York Metro Super Lawyers supplement will be in The New York Times newspaper on Sunday 10/5/2014. Andrew Lieb is featured on page 143.


Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Lieb Awarded Super Lawyers Rising Star 2014

Andrew Lieb, Esq. wins Rising Star Award by Super Lawyers!

We are thrilled to announce that Andrew Lieb has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers.

About Rising Stars

The Rising Stars list is developed using a patented multiphase selection process:
  • To be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less.
  • No more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in a state are named to Rising Stars. 
To view Andrew Lieb's profile on Super Lawyers, click here

*Andrew Lieb will be featured in the October 5th edition of the Sunday New York Times. Remember to pick up the issue and share with your network! 

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Lieb at Law was Nominated for Best Law Firm on Dan's Papers Best of the Best 2014

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Tuesday, July 01, 2014

2014 College Graduates - Take a Year Off Before Law School

Join a thriving law firm that leads our profession through advocacy and advice supported by cutting-edge technology and know-how. This exciting opportunity is for a 2014 college graduate looking for valuable office and legal experience before heading to law school. You will be exposed to real estate litigation, learn the court system and assist in cases from real estate brokerage through landlord / tenant, premises liability, personal injury and more. You will manage the firm's foreclosure defense practice by pursuing loss mitigation alternatives for our clients and by preparing attorneys for upcoming court appearances. The foundation and knowledge obtained in this position will not only get you ready for law school, but will give you an essential competitive edge before starting your legal career.

Those that succeed in this position can earn a Law Clerk position throughout Law School and potential Associate Attorney position once licensed.

Requirements:  Bachelor's Degree, GPA of 3.8 or higher, Can Do Attitude, Self-Starter, Detail-Oriented

This is a full time position out of our Center Moriches Office.

To apply: Email cover letter, resume and writing sample to careers@liebatlaw.com 

Thursday, February 13, 2014

Lieb at Law, P.C. is hiring a Litigation Attorney

Energetic, collaborative and technologically advanced law firm with a focus on real estate litigation seeks attorney with 1- 5 years of experience in litigation to join a team of driven professionals in representing brokerage companies, landlords and individuals. Trial experience a plus but not required. Excellent career opportunity. Firm culture: No case, no statute, no talk.

Send cover letter and resume to careers@liebatlaw.com

*Office location in Center Moriches with cases throughout NY Metro Area.

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

The Intersection of Pet Policies and Anti-Discrimination Laws in Real EstateBreach of Contract in Real Estate Cases

Thursday, December 19, 2013

Andrew M. Lieb reappointed as Special Section Editor for Real Property to The Suffolk Lawyer

We would like to congratulate our Managing Attorney, Andrew M. Lieb, on having been re-appointed as the Special Section Editor for Real Property to The Suffolk Lawyer, law journal.

Andrew M. Lieb reappointed as Co-Chair of the Real Property Committee to the Suffolk County Bar Association

We would like to congratulate our Managing Attorney, Andrew M. Lieb, on having been re-appointed as the Co-Chair of the Real Property Committee to the Suffolk County Bar Association for the 2013 - 2014 term.

Tuesday, October 08, 2013

Making Home Affordable Program: Supplemental Directive 13-08

Are you currently applying for a HAMP loan modification? Then good news! If you are granted a HAMP trial period or permanent loan modification on or after March 1, 2014, you may have access to free financial counseling from your servicer!

Currently, Section 6.7 of Chapter II of the MHA Handbook, only borrowers with a total debt-to-income ratio of 55 percent are required to obtain HUD-approved financial counseling when they are approved for a Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) modification. These borrowers are at high risk of defaulting because they use over half of income just to satisfy their debts and have little income left over every month. It makes sense that these high-risk borrowers are required to speak with a counselor, but under this Section of the MHA Handbook, they are the only ones required to receive such counseling.
Now, under the Supplemental Directive 13-08, servicers must offer financial counseling to borrowers who have been granted a HAMP trial period plan or permanent modification regardless of the total debt-to-income ratio. More borrowers than ever before will now have access to free financial counseling from their servicers, provided that their servicers participate in HAMP, and either have enough money for HAMP ($75 million or more) or voluntarily choose to follow Supplemental Directive 13-08. This Supplemental Directive is effective March 1, 2014 and does not apply to loans that are owned, insured, or guaranteed by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Veterans Administration, the Department of Agriculture’s Rural Housing Service (RHS), or the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). Even so, this Supplemental Directive will apply to many mortgage loans and affect millions of people who have been approved of a HAMP trial period or HAMP permanent modification.


The purpose of the financial counseling is to ensure that the borrowers are able to successfully complete their trial period plans and afford their permanent modified payments. Even borrowers who have already received a HAMP permanent modification before March 1, 2014 can receive financial counseling if they are at a high risk of default or believe they will be at risk in the future. It is an exciting opportunity for borrowers to receive free financial counseling from their servicers and for servicers to receive consistent monthly payments from every borrower who has received a HAMP modification.

Thank you to Lieb at Law's Assistant Case Manager, Jessica Vogele, for sharing this valuable information. 

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

How does the Supreme Court's DOMA decision affect the real estate industry?

As you've surely heard, today, the U.S. Supreme Court declared critical portions of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) unconstitutional.  For those who don't know, although some states (including New York) have recognized same-sex marriage as legal, DOMA defines marriage to exist only between a man and a woman - denying same-sex couples a multitude of federal benefits and rights which heterosexual couples regularly enjoy.

In United States v. Windsor, Edith Windsor was legally married in New York to Thea Spyer but was slapped with $363,000 federal estate tax bill because she was denied use of the spousal exemption to the federal estate tax.  Today, the Supreme Court ruled that DOMA's definition of "spouse" and "marriage" as exclusively heterosexual is in violation of the U.S. Constitution's Fifth Amendment right to equal protection.  You can read the decision here.

But why should you, purely from the point of view of a professional in the real estate industry, care about this decision?  Taxes, taxes, and more taxes.  Real estate holdings are often a couples' most valuable assets.  Left unattended, these assets can create some tax headaches down the road when it comes time to transfer title.


Estate Tax and Gift Tax Spousal Exemption

The Internal Revenue Code ("IRC") has an exemption which allows a spouse to leave their entire estate, regardless of value, to their surviving spouse - tax free.  This exemption was the genesis of Edith Windsor's lawsuit.  She was taxed on the inherited estate of her spouse because DOMA barred her from using the unlimited spousal exemption.  If you prefer to transfer your assets while alive, the IRC also provides for a gift tax exemption.  Normally, each person may only "gift" a certain amount of assets each year, and/or over the course of their lifetime.  However, if you make that gift to your spouse, there are no limits to the amount you transfer.  Now, with the Supreme Court's DOMA decision, same-sex spouses can use the same spousal exemptions that heterosexual couples have been using.


Internal Revenue Code Section 121- Primary Residence Capital Gains Exemption

IRC Section 121 expands the maximum capital gains tax exemption for the sale of a primary residence from $250,000 to $500,000 in the case of married couples filing a joint return.  Even further, this section permits the surviving spouse to claim a $500,000 exemption if the sale is made within two years of the death of their spouse.  Now, same-sex couples have access to the larger capital gains tax exemption for married couples.


Doubling and Splitting of Tax Exemptions

There are a few cases where the IRC permits married couples to double or split exemptions.  For instance, compared to a single individual, a married couple may double the amount gifted each year without reporting the gift to the IRS.  As another example, in 2013, each estate has a blanket $5.25 million exemption from taxes.  However, a surviving spouse may be able to utilize unused portions of their deceased partner's estate tax exemption to expand their own exemption to over $10 million.  With the Supreme Court's DOMA decision, same-sex couples now have more options to play with when planning their estate.


Federal Income Tax

For all the good news the DOMA decision brings, it might not be all sunshine and roses for same-sex couples in terms of tax benefits.  Filing jointly does not necessarily mean lower income tax liability, and in fact, can often lead to greater tax liability.  Every individual case is different and each couple should fully explore what effects a joint filing will have on their tax liability.


GO SEE A TAX PROFESSIONAL!

Every individual is strongly encouraged to seek the advice of a tax and/or estate planning professional if they have any questions regarding the application of these tax benefits.  Whether you are a same-sex couple eager to explore the new options available to you, or a heterosexual couple just now delving into some estate planning for your future, estate planning is an important and extremely nuanced aspect of asset management best left to professionals.  Also, if you have wrongfully been charged a tax like Edith Windsor, see your attorney asap to get a refund!!!

Monday, June 24, 2013

Lieb at Law is hiring! Position available for a 2013 College Graduate

Attention College Graduates! Take a Year Off Before Law School

Join a thriving law firm that leads our profession through advocacy and advice supported by cutting-edge technology and know-how.  This exciting opportunity is for a 2013 college graduate looking for valuable office and legal experience before heading to law school.  You will be exposed to real estate transactions and litigation, learn the court system and assist in cases from real estate brokerage and mortgage foreclosure litigation through matrimonial, collections and personal injury. The foundation and knowledge obtained in this position will not only get you ready for law school, but will give you an essential competitive edge before starting your legal career. 

Ideal qualities: Self-driven, organized, resourceful, assertive and dynamic. Must strive to be the best.

Prove yourself and several opportunities for advancement including law clerk positions throughout law school and beyond.  This position is full time and located in our Center Moriches office. 

To apply, email cover letter and resume to careers@liebatlaw.com. Writing sample is preferred. 

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Is Your Tattoo a License Law Violation?

In early May, a newspaper article was passed around our office which churned up more than a few laughs from the staff. New York City based Rapid Realty offers its Real Estate Agents a 15% raise in their commission split if they get a tattoo of the broker's logo. Check out the article here. Turns out, their decision to get a tattoo of Rapid Realty's logo could result in a potential License Law violation.

Lieb at Law and Lieb School have gotten their hands on the new Real Estate License Law Advertising Regulations which will take effect on January 2, 2014. Anyone with a tattoo of their broker's logo may want to pay particular attention to sections (a)(1) and (c)(1) of these new regulations.

Section (a)(1) defines an advertisement as "promotion and solicitation related to licensed real estate activity, including but not limited to, advertising via mail, telephone, website, e-mail, electronic bulletin boards, business cards, signs, billboards, and flyers."

Section (c)(1) states that any advertisement "shall indicate that the advertiser is a real estate broker or provide the name of the real estate broker or real estate brokerage and either: (i) the full address of the real estate broker or real estate brokerage or, (ii) the telephone number of the real estate broker or brokerage."

So, agents with a tattoo of your broker's logo - that tattoo just might make you a walking advertisement! Make sure your tattoo is in compliance with your license law. You have until January 2, 2014 to schedule another session at your local tattoo parlor to add your broker's name and address or telephone number to go alongside your broker's logo!

The sign off line of that May 2nd article could end up being more applicable than the author probably imagined.

"Perhaps getting permanently branded with a company logo gives a whole new meaning to the term 'walking billboard.'"

Andrew Lieb on Radio 5/24 and 5/25 88.3

REAL LIFE

Tomorrow & Saturday 5/24 & 5/25 at 5:30pm WPPB Peconic Public Broadcasting 88.3- Check out the season launch of Real Life hosted by John Christopher from Brown Harris Stevens. John will be interviewing Andrew Lieb concerning a multitude of issues facing Hamptonites in the real estate market from commercial valuation to simply the new regulations requiring a bank to verify ability to repay a loan.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Andrew Lieb receives award from the Bar Association

We are very happy to announce that Andrew Lieb, Esq. received an Award of Recognition from The Suffolk County Bar Association for Chairing the Real Property Committee of the Bar Association.

Monday, April 29, 2013

Lieb at Law is Hiring a Real Estate Litigation Associate (May Law School Grads Should Apply)

Are you ambitious, meticulous and competitive? Do you thrive with technology and despise books and dictaphones? How does Hamptons living with NYC cases sound for your days? Lieb at Law is looking for a candidate who challenges the old-boys-club with hard-work, facts and confidence. We want someone who puts their money where their mouth is and will prove themselves first before asking for entitlements. If your writing is sometimes sloppy with typos, you need not apply. The firm is seeking the right attorney to join our collaborative team. Is that you?  

To Apply: Email cover letter, resume and legal writing sample to careers@liebatlaw.com

*no phone calls or faxes will be considered
*May 2013 Law School Grads Should Apply
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Friday, April 26, 2013

Lieb Featured in Dan's Papers

Monday, February 28, 2011

Employment Opportunity: Attorney for Lieb at Law

Lieb at Law is Hiring!

We are seeking an innovative and career-oriented Attorney with transactional and litigation experience for a management position within our production department. The firm's legal concentrations are plaintiff’s personal injury and real estate litigation / transactions inclusive of bank representation. Our new hire's responsibilities will include overseeing the firm's processing team in court applications, contract preparation, legal research and strategy.


Requisite qualifications: Legal research skills with Westlaw and Lexis, excellent legal writing experience and a high degree of computer literacy. Must want to be the best, Must have swagger.

Email resume and writing sample to careers@liebatlaw.com.
 
* Must be willing to work out of Center Moriches office location

Friday, February 25, 2011

SCHOOL UPDATES

Continuing Education Registration Updates:
  • The Commercial Real Estate Course - Scheduled on March 8th in Patchogue is now full. If you would like to be put on the waiting list email realestateschool@liebatlaw.com
  • Mortgage Mania - Scheduled on March 24th in Bethpage has seats available. REGISTER HERE.
Coming Soon:
  • April Course Calendar will be posted soon!
  • The Real Estate School will be announcing a new and exciting School Sponsor.
  • Brand NEW 3 Credit Continuing Education Course awaiting DOS Approval. We anticipate offering this course in April & May in Nassau County and the Twin Forks. Course entitled -Conflicts of Interest: A Course on Real Estate Ethics


***Lieb at Law will be launching a brand new website. Stay tuned for more updates!