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news & events / 02.18.25
New York City “Fair Chance” Housing Act signed into Law
New York City legislators have not been idle. The NYC “Fair Chance” Housing Law took effect on January 1, 2025 prohibiting most housing providers from discriminating against both renters and purchasers based on the applicant’s arrest records, convictions and other criminal history. The Fair Chance Housing Law amends the Human Rights Law by limiting the …
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Jonah Lax, Associate
We’re excited to announce that Jonah Lax has recently been promoted to Associate from Law Clerk at Smith Buss & Jacobs, LLP. Jonah focuses on the firm’s real estate and cooperative/condominium departments. Prior to joining us, Jonah gained valuable experience as a law clerk and legal intern with Levitin & Associates, PC, a boutique real estate firm.
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