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NY A04650
Bill
Status
2/4/2021
Primary Sponsor
Judy Griffin
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AI Summary
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Requires attorneys to include a clear, conspicuous written disclosure in large print (16-point font or larger) in all contracts for legal services related to small claims assessment review proceedings, stating that complaints can be filed without attorney assistance.
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Mandates disclosure must direct property owners to the New York courts website and the appropriate municipality website for forms and information about the assessment review process, or to the Assessment Review Commission website in Nassau County or NYC Tax Commission website in New York City.
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Prohibits attorneys and other representatives from charging fees exceeding 25 percent of any reduction in assessed value determined by a board of assessment review, assessment review commission, or the New York City Tax Commission.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Requires any contract or retainer agreement between a property owner and an attorney for legal services related to the filing and appearance before a board of assessment review regarding complaints in relation to assessments shall include a written disclosure that such complaints in relation to assessments can be completed without the assistance of an attorney; limits fees charged for representation before a board of assessment review.
Last Action
referred to real property taxation
1/5/2022