Real Estate Law 

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Residential Real Estate

We represent buyers and sellers in all phases of residential transactions. Whether you’re purchasing your first home or selling a property, we ensure a smooth, informed, and stress-free experience.

 

• First-time homebuyers

• Sellers of single-family homes, condos, and co-ops

• Contract review and negotiation

• Title and closing guidance

 

 

Investment & Commercial Real Estate

We help real estate investors and business owners navigate the legal complexities of acquiring, selling, or leasing commercial properties.

 

• Investment property purchases and sales

• Multi-family and mixed-use properties

• Commercial leases

• Due diligence and closings

 

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Why Choose Us?

 

 

• Personalized Attention: You’ll work directly with Attorney Elizabeth A. Hunt—no handoffs, no middlemen.

• Real Estate Focus: With a dedicated real estate practice, we understand the local market and legal landscape.

• Clear Communication: We simplify legal terms and keep you informed at every step

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Estate Planning & Probate Representation

 

 

Serving Onondaga County and Surrounding Central New York Communities

 

At The Hunt Law Firm, PLLC, we provide experienced legal counsel in estate planning and Surrogate’s Court proceedings, with a focus on helping individuals and families prepare for the future and navigate the complexities of probate and estate administration.

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Estate Planning

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We help clients protect their assets, honor their wishes, and provide peace of mind for loved ones. Whether your estate is simple or complex, we tailor every plan to your needs.

 

Our estate planning services include:

 

• Wills

• Revocable and irrevocable trusts

• Powers of attorney

• Health care proxies & living wills

• Beneficiary designations

• Planning for minor children and blended families

 

 

Our goal is to make the estate planning process clear, efficient, and personal—so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

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Probate & Estate Administration

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Losing a loved one is difficult—dealing with legal proceedings shouldn’t make it harder. We represent executors, administrators, and heirs in Surrogate’s Court, primarily in Onondaga County and the surrounding areas.

 

Our probate and administration services include:

 

• Filing for probate or administration (when there is no will)

• Representing fiduciaries (executors/administrators)

• Preparing and filing required court documents

• Assisting with asset collection, accounting, and distribution

• Resolving estate debts and handling property transfers

• Navigating small estate (voluntary administration) proceedings

 

 

We work efficiently and compassionately to guide you through each stage of the process, helping you fulfill your legal duties and protect the estate’s integrity.

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Local Knowledge Matters

 

 

As a Central New York-based practice, The Hunt Law Firm, PLLC has direct experience working with the Surrogate’s Courts in Onondaga, Madison, Oswego, and Cortland Counties. We understand local procedures and court expectations, allowing us to move cases forward with professionalism and care.

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Business Law 

 

 

Strategic Legal Counsel for Central New York Businesses

 

At The Hunt Law Firm, PLLC, we provide reliable, experienced legal support for entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses throughout Onondaga County and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re forming a new company, negotiating contracts, or ensuring compliance, we help you build and operate your business on a solid legal foundation.

 

Business Formation & Structuring

 

• Forming LLCs, corporations, and partnerships

• Drafting operating agreements and shareholder agreements

• Filing with New York State and obtaining an EIN

• Choosing the right legal structure for liability and tax efficiency

• Publication 

• Ensuring compliance with New York State 

 

 

Business Licensing & Regulatory Compliance

 

• Identifying required state, county, and municipal licenses

• Preparing and filing business license applications

• Renewals and compliance with local business regulations

• Guidance for regulated industries (retail, food service, professional services, etc.)

 

 

Contracts & Transactions

 

• Drafting and reviewing contracts tailored to your business

• Purchase/sale agreements, vendor contracts, and service agreements

• Commercial lease review and negotiation

• Non-disclosure, non-compete, and employment agreements

 

 

Corporate Governance & Ongoing Counsel

 

• Legal compliance for day-to-day operations

• Annual meetings and corporate recordkeeping

• Risk management and liability protection

• Business expansion and restructuring

 

 

Business Dissolution & Succession Planning

 

• Winding down or selling a business

• Legal filings for dissolution

• Planning for ownership transitions or generational transfers

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Landlord-Tenant Law

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Experienced Representation in Syracuse and Central New York

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At The Hunt Law Firm, PLLC, we represent landlords and property owners in a wide range of landlord-tenant matters, including eviction proceedings, lease disputes, and property management legal concerns. Based in Syracuse, we serve clients throughout Onondaga County and the surrounding Central New York region.

 

Whether you own a single rental unit or manage multiple properties, we provide prompt, professional legal support to help protect your investment and enforce your rights under New York law.

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Landlord Legal Services

 

 

We assist landlords and property managers with:

 

• Eviction Proceedings (Holdover & Non-Payment)

• Preparing and serving legal notices

• Filing in Syracuse City Court and town/village courts in surrounding areas

• Representing landlords in court appearances and hearings

• Ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements under NY landlord-tenant law

• Lease Drafting & Enforcement

• Residential and commercial lease agreements

• Modifications, renewals, and addenda

• Legal enforcement of lease terms

• Security Deposit Disputes

• Advising on legal handling and return

• Responding to tenant claims

• Property Management Legal Guidance

• Code violation issues

• Notices to cure, vacate, or terminate tenancy​​

• Focused on Landlord Representation

 

 

Attorney Elizabeth A. Hunt provides strategic, responsive legal support for landlords and housing providers. We understand the legal challenges landlords face and work quickly to resolve issues with professionalism and care—whether through negotiated settlements or litigation.

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Local Knowledge. Reliable Results.

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With direct experience in Syracuse City Court and nearby municipal courts, The Hunt Law Firm, PLLC is well-versed in local landlord-tenant procedures, housing codes, and court practices. We offer practical guidance rooted in the needs of local landlords and property owners.

 

Traffic Infractions

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At The Hunt Law Firm, PLLC, we provide experienced representation for individuals facing traffic violations throughout New York State, including speeding tickets, license suspensions, and other vehicle and traffic offenses. Whether you’ve been cited in Syracuse, Onondaga County, or another New York jurisdiction, we work to minimize the impact on your driving record, insurance rates, and overall peace of mind. Attorney Elizabeth A. Hunt will review your case, explain your options clearly, and advocate on your behalf in traffic court—so you don’t have to face it alone.