Steven M. Basche, LLC

My primary practice areas include:

• Commercial litigation, including: collections, foreclosures (as well as foreclosure defense), breach of contract claims, creditor representation in bankruptcy.

• Construction litigation, including: mechanic's liens (and discharge of liens), contract litigation and arbitration, defect and delay claims, and contract review.

• Real estate litigation, eviction (both landlord and tenant), quiet title actions, adverse possession claims, boundary and water disputes, purchase and sale disputes, failure to disclose or misrepresentation of building conditions.

• Personal litigation, including employment claims, personal injury, divorce and criminal defense, foreclosure defense and debt settlement.

• Estate planning, including wills and trusts, pre-nuptial agreements and probate litigation, including will contests.

• Land use applications such as variances and special permits, prosecution and defense of zoning appeals.

• Basic corporate work, including setting up simple corporations and limited liability companies.

• Mediation and Arbitration

“My interactions with Steve were always professional and courteous. He has the unique ability to make complex legal technical issues understandable for the layman. That's a gift, and rare among attorneys. If needed, I would hire Steve in a NY minute for consultation, recommendations, and legal representation"

-Richard W. Vice President of a leading plastic gearing and automated injection molding company.

"Steve was easy to work with, creative in his thinking, and a very valuable problem solver. It was a pleasure to work with him on two very difficult issues related to construction project contracts and utilize his negotiation skills."

-Jean-Paul L., Director of Business and Finance, Regional School District. 

"Steve represents his clients with persistence and professionalism."

 -John M.