Michael A. Pensabene

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Michael A. Pensabene: Attorney with Rosenberg & Estis, P.C.
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Platinum Client Champion
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Biography



Michael A. Pensabene joined Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. in August 2000, after spending seven years working for one of the largest real estate companies in New York City, while attending law school at night. That background has allowed Mr. Pensabene to be active in all aspects of the firm's practice, including commercial litigation, landlord and tenant litigation, rent regulation, real estate development and construction, assemblages, co-op/condo law, partnership disputes, title issues, foreclosures, workouts, and bankruptcy.

Mr. Pensabene's experience affords him the judgment to evaluate competing property interests and the business relationship between the parties, to know how and when to assert clients' rights to achieve their objectives. Mr. Pensabene's achievements representing clients such as the Hyatt Corporation, Trinity Real Estate, Forest City Ratner Companies and the Durst Organization, are founded on these principles and were honed in a wide variety of forums, including City, State and Federal courts. Mr. Pensabene successfully tried one of the first cases concerning novel landlord and tenant issues resulting from the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack and set precedent concerning service of process. Mr. Pensabene's expertise in connection with construction activities has ensured the timely completion of developments and the protection of neighboring property rights, including negotiating easements, work agreements, clearing development sites, and obtaining injunctive relief from the Supreme Court. He has also represented boards, shareholders, unit owners, sponsors and managing agents in a wide variety of disputes concerning complex co-op/condo issues.

Year Joined Firm

- 2000

Honors and Awards

- Moot Court Honor Society
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Areas of Practice (6)

  • Litigation - Commercial
  • Bankruptcy - Creditor's Rights
  • Condominium/Cooperative Law
  • Landlord Tenant Law
  • Litigation - Real Estate
  • Real Estate Development

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
State University of New York at Stony Brook, B.A., 1992
Law School Attended:
Brooklyn Law School, J.D., 2000
Year of First Admission:
2001
Admission:
2000, Connecticut; 2001, New York; 2002, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York; 2002, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Memberships:
New York County Lawyers Association; New York State Bar Association
Reported Cases:
Arthur Management v. Zuck, NYLJ 2/25/08, p.21, col. 3 (Civ. Ct., Kings Co.); E-Z Eating 41 Corp. v. H.E. Newport, LLC, 23 Misc.3d 1125(A) (Sup Ct NY Co. 2009); KSLM Columbus Apartments, Inc. v. Bonnemere, N.Y.L.J., 1/5/05, 19:1 (Civ. Ct., N.Y. Co.); The Rector, Church-Wardens and Vestrymen of Trinity Church in the City of New York v. Chung King House of Metal, NYLJ, July 7, 2009, at 27, col. 3 (Civ. Ct., N.Y. Co.).
ISLN:
915181054

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (28 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 11/16/20 in Landlord and Tenant Law

    Mr. Pensabene is one of my most formidable, knowledgeable and ethical adversaries. He is a top notch litigator and obtains excellent results for his clients. I have referred clients to him and will continue to do so.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/16/20 in Landlord and Tenant Law

    I have known Michael since he was first hired as a paralegal. I am extremely impressed with Mikes acute knowledge of the law and his ability handle complex L/T cases in an efficient, professional manner.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/16/20 in Landlord and Tenant Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 11/16/20 in Landlord and Tenant Law

    Solid honest knowledgeable litigator.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 11/16/20 in Real Estate

    A lawyers lawyer !

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Shareholder on 11/16/20 in Real Estate

    Michael is an attorney of the highest morals, ethics and professional standards.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 11/16/20 in Real Estate

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 11/16/20 in Real Estate

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/16/20 in Leases and Leasing

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/13/14 in Landlord and Tenant Law

    Mr. Pensabene is a formidable adversary who is legally aggressive and always professional in his demeanor.

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Lawyers Client Review
4.9/5.0 (10 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

It is always a pleasure working with Michael. He has always been responsive and helpful on all the issues that have been brought to his attention.

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212-551-8484  Fax

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