Christina DeIasi is a business and real estate lawyer based in Brooklyn, New York. (See http://www.deiasilaw.com.) Christina has more than a decade of experience representing major corporations and working at a start-up. She represents buyers and sellers of residential and commercial real estate, as well as real estate developers. She also offers transactional and litigation services to entrepreneurs, start-ups and small businesses.
Articles By Christina DeIasi
New York Home Buyers: What Does It Mean to Be "In Contract" and What Happens to Your Downpayment
Unusual real estate offer and contracting procedures in the state of New York.
Home Sales in New York: What the Listing Broker Must Disclose
Limits on the confidentiality of listing brokers in New York State means home sellers can't expect brokers to hide material defects in the home or property from buyers.
Selling a New York Home: What Are My Disclosure Obligations?
New York law requires you to disclose known home defects to the buyer.
Buying a New York Home? Roles Your Attorney and Real Estate Agent Will Play
The customary role of attorneys in New York home purchases can create confusion about where the real estate agent's role ends and the attorneys' role begins.
Why New Yorkers Need Both a Lawyer and Real Estate Agent to Sell a Home
The custom in New York state is for both sellers and buyers to be represented by their own attorneys -- find out how their role dovetails with that of the real estate agents.
Co-op Purchase Contracts: What to Watch Out For
Unique considerations when preparing to sign a contract to buy a unit within a co-op.
Home Defects in New York: What Can a Buyer Do?
You may be able to claim damages from a New York seller who failed to disclose, or concealed, a home defect.