We focus on commercial real estate and civil litigation matters. We represent clients in all aspects of litigation from inception through discovery, trial and appeals before all levels of New York State and Federal Courts.
Commercial Real Estate & Litigation
Experienced Trusted Efficient
Sternbach Lawlor & Rella LLP focuses its practice on commercial real estate litigation, providing guidance and representation to some of New York’s largest and most successful property owners, landlords and businesses.
We offer comprehensive legal support from start to finish, ensuring your case receives the dedicated attention it deserves with a track record of successful results. For over 25 years, major and sophisticated commercial landlords throughout New York have trusted the representation, advocacy and advice of Sternbach, Lawlor & Rella.
Over 25 years experience
We aggressively defend and prosecute our clients’ interests and strive to efficiently resolve conflicts., thereby reducing litigation expenses. Owners, landlords, construction professionals, and boards seek our experienced guidance on a wide range of real estate matters. Additionally, we are experienced in construction and mechanic’s lien matters as they relate to commercial property.
We pride ourselves on client accessibility
We pride ourselves on our accessibility to our clients and our partners are intimately involved in every aspect of each case, giving your matter the attention it rightly deserves.
Our focus is on providing sophisticated legal representation to clients. With a team of highly skilled and experienced attorneys, the firm is well-equipped to handle even the most complex and challenging cases, from inception through trial and, if necessary, appeals, and judgment enforcement. Our firm works tirelessly to get the best possible outcome for our clients.
What makes us different?
We believe in accessibility, offering hands-on partners who prioritize direct relationships with clients. Unlike firms that delegate work to paralegals, assistants and a varying array of associates, we personally handle every aspect of your case. This approach has built long lasting connections – some clients have trusted us to represent their interests for decades.
As a firm, we’re economically efficient – we don’t charge exorbitant rates and we don’t litigate for litigation’s sake. We pride ourselves on being cost and time efficient. We don’t believe in needless litigation. Our goal? Swift, beneficial resolutions, every time.

