Lease & Contract Review Before You Sign (NYC)
Leases and contracts are binding the moment you sign—and one overlooked clause can create long-term obligations, unexpected costs, or major liability. The best time to protect yourself is before execution, while you still have leverage.
Rozhik Law Firm offers flat-fee lease and contract review for individuals, landlords, tenants, and business owners across New York City.
What We Review
- Residential leases and rider addendums
- Commercial leases (including renewals/assignments)
- Vendor and service agreements
- Employment and independent contractor agreements
- Business contracts, settlement terms, and amendments
What You Get From Our Review
- Residential leases and rider addendums
- Commercial leases (including renewals/assignments)
- Vendor and service agreements
- Employment and independent contractor agreements
- Business contracts, settlement terms, and amendments
What You Get From Our Review
- Identification of key risks, penalties, and “gotcha” clauses
- Deadline and notice requirements (termination, renewal, default, cure periods)
- Plain-English explanation of what you are actually agreeing to
- Practical negotiation strategy: what to push, what to accept, what to avoid
- If appropriate: written comments and redlines for proposed revisions
Common Issues We Flag (Especially in NYC)
- Personal guaranties, indemnification, limitation of liability
- Rent escalation, additional rent/CAM, taxes, repair obligations
- Sublet/assignment restrictions and approval standards
- Security deposit terms and default remedies
- Attorney’s fees clauses and dispute resolution provisions
- “As-is” conditions, build-out obligations, insurance requirements
Pricing (Based on Pages & Complexity)
Starting at $550
Short or standard agreements: attorney review + risk/deadline identification + plain-English summary.
Mid-Range Reviews: $1,000–$2,000
Longer agreements or higher complexity: expanded analysis + written issue list + strategy consultation.
Complex / Long-Form Reviews: Up to $3,000
Highly technical or lengthy agreements: in-depth review + redlines/comments + negotiation positioning + priority handling.


NYC Borough Service Areas
Lease Review Attorney in Manhattan
Commercial lease reviews are common for retail, office, and professional spaces. We focus on hidden cost exposure and negotiation leverage.
Contract & Lease Review in Brooklyn
Residential and mixed-use leases, contractor agreements, and small business contracts are frequent—especially for landlords, tenants, and growing businesses.
Lease Review Lawyer in Queens
We help clients with residential and commercial agreements, including renewals, addendums, and vendor contracts tied to local businesses.
Contract Review Attorney in the Bronx
Often needed for property-related agreements, business contracts, and lease negotiations involving repairs, additional rent, or default remedies.
Lease Review Attorney in Staten Island
Common for business leases, residential matters, contractor agreements, and purchase-related contracts.
FAQ
Can you review a lease quickly before I sign?
Yes – 24-48 hours typical; rush available.
Do you handle both residential and commercial leases?
Yes.
Will you negotiate the lease for me?
We can provide redlines and negotiation guidance; full negotiation representation can be discussed if needed.
Before you sign, call or message Rozhik Law Firm to schedule a lease or contract review.