Real Estate Brokerage Law FAQs

What does Lieb at Law, P.C. handle in real estate brokerage law?

Lieb at Law, P.C. manages litigation, compliance, and advisory services for brokers, teams, and agents in areas such as commissions, ethics, fair housing, team splits, and licensing violations.

Who does Lieb at Law, P.C. represent?

We represent both real estate brokerage firms and individual agents operating in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Colorado.

What is an affidavit of entitlement and why is it important?

An affidavit of entitlement is used to claim commission from a real estate transaction when a seller is indicating a refusal to pay. Lieb at Law, P.C. assists brokers in securing their compensation.

Can Lieb at Law, P.C. help with license complaints?

Yes. We defend real estate professionals facing license investigations or disciplinary action by the New York State Department of State (DOS), the New Jersey Real Estate Commission (NJREC), the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP), and the Colorado Division of Real Estate (DRE). Lieb at Law, P.C. guides clients through each stage of the process, from informal inquiries to administrative hearings and appeals.

Does Lieb at Law, P.C. write brokerage policies?

Yes. We prepare policies and procedures for brokerage firms as well as team agreements, independent contractor agreements, advertising guidelines, and discrimination prevention policies to help brokerages remain compliant and reduce legal exposure.

What types of commission disputes can you litigate?

Lieb at Law, P.C. handles disputes involving unpaid commissions, co-broker agreements, team splits, and cramdowns / dropdowns. We resolve these issues through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.

Can Lieb at Law, P.C. assist in ethics hearings with REBNY or NAR?

Absolutely. We defend clients in front of REBNY, NAR, and other ethics boards, helping them respond to complaints, present evidence, and maintain their professional reputations.

Do you represent clients in Freelance Isn’t Free Act disputes?

Yes. Lieb at Law, P.C. defends brokerages against claims under the Freelance Isn’t Free Act and provides proactive contract reviews to minimize misclassification risks. We also take freelancers' cases against brokerages if we are not conflicted out of representation.

Does Lieb at Law, P.C. handle discrimination claims?

Yes. We defend agents and brokerages in fair housing and employment discrimination cases and advise on how to avoid violations through proper internal policies and education.

Can you represent brokerages in arbitration or mediation?

Yes. We have extensive experience in dispute resolution forums involving commission claims, internal team conflicts, and contract disagreements.

Does Lieb at Law, P.C. offer continuing education?

Through Lieb School, we offer CE training on license law, fair housing, discrimination prevention, and brokerage compliance, available to firms and individuals alike.