Business Details
31 Years
experience
NYC Tax Certiorari & Real Estate Law Experts
Jeffrey Golkin Partners is a full-service real estate and litigation law firm with over 25 years of expertise in New York City's tax certiorari matters. Our team represents Fortune 100 companies, private developers, and property owners in complex real estate tax appeals, transactions, and litigation. With decades of combined experience, we combine cutting-edge technology with personalized legal strategies to deliver results-driven solutions.Our attorneys hold prominent positions in legal and real estate organizations, reflecting our commitment to excellence and industry leadership in state and local tax law. We maintain a strong academic presence through teaching roles at prestigious institutions, reinforcing our technical mastery and client-focused approach.
Services
Tax Certiorari Appeals
Real Estate Tax Exemptions
Commercial Leasing
Property Tax Litigation
Tax Abatement Programs
Condominium Tax Opinions
Landlord/Tenant Disputes
Tax Forecasting
ICAP Compliance
Not-for-Profit Exemptions
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We specialize in NYC tax certiorari appeals with over 40 years of combined attorney experience
- Our proprietary property tax database supports evidence-based assessment challenges
- We represent Fortune 100 companies and major developers across tri-state commercial projects
- Attorneys hold federal, state, and specialized Tax Bar admissions
- Industry-leading participation in real estate tax policy reform initiatives
Services
Tax Certiorari Appeals
We challenge property tax assessments through administrative and judicial processes in NYC and surrounding regions. Our approach combines proprietary data analysis with decades of legal expertise to maximize savings. Clients benefit from our status as one of the largest annual filers of real estate tax appeals in the Northeast.
Real Estate Tax Exemptions
Our firm secures property tax exemptions for religious, charitable, and not-for-profit organizations. We navigate complex regulatory requirements and maintain compliance with tax abatement programs. Our experience includes handling applications for ICAP, 421(a), and J-51 program benefits.
Commercial Leasing
We draft and negotiate commercial lease terms for landlords and tenants. Our services cover office spaces, retail locations, and industrial properties. We ensure compliance with local regulations while protecting our clients' financial interests in both short- and long-term lease arrangements.
Property Tax Litigation
Our litigators handle disputes over tax assessments, abatement eligibility, and exemption status. We represent clients before tax commissions and state courts. The team also defends property owners against enforcement actions related to tax benefit compliance.
ICAP Compliance
We assist property owners with Industrial and Commercial Abatement Program requirements. Our services include application preparation, compliance monitoring, and renewal filings. We work closely with developers and city agencies to maintain tax benefit eligibility throughout the program term.
People
Jeffrey Golkin
Founder, Senior Partner
Recognized tax certiorari authority with 40+ years of experience. Former public accountant and adjunct law professor. Holds memberships in Lambda Alpha International and received Hofstra University's Distinguished Alumni Award.
Samantha J. Golkin
Partner
Specializes in tax abatement programs and landlord/tenant disputes. Holds an LL.M. in Real Estate. Former tax associate at Goldman Sachs and Ernst & Young. Active in breast cancer advocacy as Vice President of The Pink Agenda.
Benjamin A.J. Golkin
Partner
Transactional real estate attorney with experience in property acquisitions and lease negotiations. Former MLB agent and financial analyst. Member of Real Estate Tax Review Bar Association and New York County Lawyers Association.
Questions
What specializations distinguish Jeffrey Golkin Partners from other law firms?
We focus specifically on New York real estate tax appeals, ICAP compliance, and property tax exemption programs with decades of specialized experience.
How does the firm handle complex tax certiorari cases?
We use proprietary data analysis tools and a comprehensive property tax database to build evidence-backed appeals for commercial and residential properties.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Our practice covers New York City, Long Island, Upstate New York, and New Jersey with specialized state tax law knowledge.
Can you assist with condominium tax opinion letters?
Yes, we regularly provide tax opinion letters and forecasts required for condominium offering plans and property acquisitions.
How does the firm stay current with tax regulation changes?
Our attorneys maintain positions on real estate tax policy councils and contribute to industry publications and legal education programs.
What transactional real estate services are available?
We handle commercial/residential leasing, purchase/sale agreements, and financing documentation for co-ops, condos, and mixed-use properties.
