Law Offices of Michael W. Goldstein - New York

Kendra E.

I was looking for a New York real estate attorney to represent me in selling the house that I inherited in
Brooklyn NY. I realized that I needed an attorney experienced in both NY real estate transactions, and
estates (as well as real estate litigation, in case the deal imploded.). My previous attorney had
represented me in getting a contract signed to sell the house to a real estate investor, but then we were
faced with numerous obstacles, including the investor’s delay of the closing date, and repeated efforts
to reduce the agreed purchase price by hundreds of thousands of dollars. My previous attorney was not
able to complete the sale at the agreed price due to various legal issues that arose.

My search for an attorney who would get the job done came up with many impressive real estate
attorneys, however Michael W. Goldstein stood out to me the most. He had the experience I was
looking for, and his Google reviews were from people who I could relate to. I could tell in my first
conversation with Michael that he had the experience and calm assurance I wanted from an attorney
advocating for me.

As the transaction seemed to progress toward the closing, the buyer again used various title issues in
order to pressure me to reduce the selling price. Michael was prepared every time, and assured me that
we would not cave into the buyer’s attempts to wear me down into accepting a lower price. Even when
I was about to give in to the buyer’s pressure, Michael fought hard and saved me from making a huge
mistake that could have cost me $150,000. Michael explained that his firm responses were preparing
for a potential down payment lawsuit if the buyer refused to complete the purchase at the agreed
contract price. As a result of Michael’s unwavering determination and clever strategy, we forced the
buyer to close the sale at the agreed contract price without any price reduction. This might seem like
simply completing a sale as agreed, but in this situation, with this buyer, that was a huge victory!
Michael was very knowledgeable, and easy to work with. When developing our strategy, he discussed
our options, and explained how the steps he was taking would compel the buyer to either complete the
purchase at the agreed price, or lose the down payment. I recommend Michael to anyone looking for an
experienced NY real estate attorney who aggressively protects his client’s interests. I will certainly have
Michael represent me in any future New York real estate purchaser or sale.

K

I found Michael Goldstein because I was involved in a real estate transaction in which the seller refused to return the downpayment and litigation was imminent. Michael listened to my situation patiently and attentively during our consultation and dissected the case from every angle. He drafted thorough and precise documents and offered creative solutions. Throughout this entire process, he was responsive and easily reachable. He had a great attitude and made me feel comfortable. I am extremely pleased with the outcome of this case and would recommend Michael Goldstein to anyone looking for a dependable, attentive, and creative lawyer.

Charla J.

Michael Goldstein represented us in our purchase of our first home. Michael was very professional, knowledgeable, and conscientious from the contract through the closing.

Michael took the time to review and explain the terms of the real estate contract to us. Most important, he was able to renegotiate the terms of the contract with the seller’s attorney, which ultimately changed the seller’s one-sided contract into a contract that protected our legal rights. Michael’s attention to detail and years of experience helped us to avoid potential problems that we could not foresee prior to closing, such as repair issues that the seller failed to fix.

Michael’s work did not end there. He played an instrumental role in corresponding with the title company about boundary issues that showed up on the survey. The best part of working with Michael during this process is that he always made himself accessible through email and phone calls to answer any questions and concerns that we had. Once all of the legal requirements were met and the loan was cleared, Michael prepared us for closing.

At the closing, we advised Michael that our inspection just before the closing revealed that several of the agreed repairs had not been completed to our satisfaction. Michael took us into another room where he presented us with several options. After we expressed our preference, Michael negotiated a solution with the seller's attorney, and drafted an agreement which was signed at the closing. This agreement as well as money held in escrow, insured that those items would be completed shortly after the closing.

We could not have gone through this tedious process without Michael’s guidance. Because of his tireless work, our home buying experience was smooth, and we were able to close in a short amount of time, and make sure that the seller completed the agreed repairs.

I would highly recommend Michael Goldstein to represent other home buyers.

Chris C.

After interviewing several attorneys, we chose to retain Michael to handle our legal matter. During the initial consultation, Michael quickly assessed our situation and made impressive recommendations to have our matter resolved quickly and efficiently. I appreciated the fact Michael is always accessible, and is extremely thorough in his responses and overall management of our legal case. He truly went above and beyond and we are extremely pleased with the end results. He is great at managing expectations and respectful of our decisions. He had a great understanding of what we were looking for and was proactive in presenting multiple options to get us the results we wanted. I would highly recommend retaining Michael for all legal matters. He is a pleasure to work with, and you will not be disappointed if you choose to retain him!

Joe M.

I recently retained Michael Goldstein to represent me in my contract dispute with a major non profit organization. He was highly recommended for his expertise in employment contractual issues. In my conversations with him he made me feel totally comfortable we were proceeding correctly. Michael gave me a clear understanding of the issues of my case and together we developed a strategy for obtaining the proof we will need to prove our case. He took his time to explain everything to me and answered all of my questions. I feel comfortable with his understanding of my case and with his sincerity and genuine concern for my situation. When i speak to Michael I feel like I am consulting with a friend who happens to be a lawyer and an expert in Independent Contractor agreements. Speaking with him has actually been a pleasurable experience which was certainly unexpected. I am also impressed with his many years of legal experience as a New York Contracts lawyer.

Tarek F.

My wife and I used Michael last year to resolve an issue with our contractor. The contractor overcharged us for work he didn't do, and for damages his team caused. Michael was able to successfully reverse the lien and to make sure the contractor did not get a penny more than what he actually worked on correctly. We will definitely use Michael again in the future if the need arises.

J B.

First, I want to thank Michael Goldstein, Esq. for his excellent negotiating and contract drafting skills, and dedication to protecting my legal rights. The provisions he added to the contract protected me when unexpected legal issues arose with the seller's title.

He learned that the iron fence & stone base were built on what is really supposed to be the sidewalk. You would never know that, because every house on the block has the same fence & stone base in the same location. Michael was able to negotiate a credit of $3,000.00 for me at the closing. In addition, he negotiated with the title insurance company for additional insurance addressing this issue. I seriously doubt that most other lawyers would have taken the initiative or the time to pursue that minor issue at all.

I learned of Michael as an experienced and knowledgeable New York real estate lawyer, while I was researching the process of buying a home. He has been interviewed for several newspaper articles on real estate issues.
I contacted Michael in August, 2013 to request his services. Mr. Michael Goldstein accepted me as his client and I have been extremely impressed by his professionalism, and the fact that he always returns my calls or emails, and how he explains things in a way that is easy to understand. I have received emails from him about the progress of my purchase, both during regular business hours, and also during evenings and weekends, and even while he was on vacation with his family.

As a first time home buyer, his constant communication with me during the entire legal process was extremely reassuring. I am glad that I did not hire a lawyer based solely on the legal fee, as many people do. The value of Michael's representation far exceeds the cost. I will recommend him to my friends and co-workers when they need a lawyer.
I closed on the purchase on November 8, 2013. My bank's Loan Officer also mentioned to me that I "have a good attorney."

I've made it known to Mr. Goldstein that I will retain him as my family attorney, now that he told me that he also handles several other aspects of law, such as business law, litigation, wills & estates, and accident cases.

Thanks again, Michael! Keep up your excellent service.

Gavin J.

Michael Goldstein represented me and my 6 siblings in our father’s complicated estate, which included paternity issues regarding a few of my siblings. Michael submitted numerous affidavits and other evidence to the judge, which resolved the paternity issue. We were relieved that we did not have to testify at a hearing or obtain DNA samples from my siblings and our late father’s remains.

The next step was getting Surrogate’s Court approval for the distribution of the settlement of my father’s accident case. Michael again submitted affidavits and other papers, and convinced the judge to approve the distribution of the estate assets in the way that my brothers and sisters and I had agreed.

Michael guided us and kept us advised of the progress throughout the legal proceeding. Although the process was tedious and the court was relentless in requiring more and more proof of paternity and other facts, Michael stuck with it and finally convinced the court. He then promptly completed the estate preceding and distributed the settlement money.

All of his hard work and compassion helped to bring some closure to our family. I would definitely recommend him if you have a challenging estate administration in New York.