The Portela Law Firm, P.C.

415 Madison Ave.
New York, NY 10017 (212) 965-9458

177 Wadsworth Ave.
New York, NY 10013 (212) 927-7363 Mailing Address

37-06 82nd Street, Suite 3
Jackson Heights, NY 11372 (718) 424-5000  

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“From the very beginning Mr. Portela was extremely helpful and courteous, and we have the greatest faith in his services, and we will not hesitate to utilize his firm in the future. By his excellent professional representation on our behalf, we continue to have belief in the good services of the legal profession.”

“Para mi primero Dios y despues el abogado Manuel Portela. Es un abogado muy competente y de los cuales necesitamos aqui en la ciudad de New York para que proteja a toda la comunidad Latina.”

“Mr. Portela is an attorney of high moral character and highly qualified to handle commercial litigation disputes and defend business at the various NYC administrative agencies.”

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Business Legal Needs

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Our Business Legal Department provides legal counsel and representation to New York City businesses. Our skilled attorneys are adept to providing the following legal services:

  • Corporate Organization And Formation
  • Lease Negotiations
  • Commercial Defense
  • Representation at the New York State Regulatory Agencies governing NY

 

 

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Business Organization

"Success in business requires training and discipline and hard work. But if you're not frightened by these things, the opportunities are just as great today as they ever were" David Rockefeller (1915-)

There is no better place to begin a business venture than in NYC, the financial capital of the world. These days, those wishing to start a business need a guiding hand through New York City's bureaucratic red tape. The Portela Law Firm, P.C. has experienced attorneys to advise you with respect to the formation of your business and counsel whether to incorporate, form a partnership, or start a sole proprietorship. If you are starting a business and need legal advice please contact our office.

 

Business Disputes

"In the business world, the rearview mirror is always clearer than the windshield." Warren Buffet (1930-)

Like the above quote says, business decisions and their consequences are often clearer in hindsight. Good business planning and well drafted business agreements can avoid bad business deals and potential litigation. The skilled attorneys at The Portela Law Firm, P.C. are available and eager to offer the following services to your business:

  • Draft and review of business contracts
  • Litigate contract disputes
  • Collect unpaid debt

 

Landlord & Tenant Litigation and Commercial/Business Leases

"The chief Business of the American people is Business" Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)

New businesses open and close every day in the most commercial vibrant city of New York - New York City. While entrepreneurs regularly invest thousands of dollars to start a new business, finding the right commercial location can be an arduous task. That is why it is important to hire a legal team who will protect your rights under your commercial lease. The Portela Law Firm, P.C. works closely with business clients to:

  • Effectively negotiate a commercial lease for either Landlords or Tenants
  • Draft and review commercial leases
  • Litigate Lease Disputes in Landlord/Tenant Court

Always keep in mind that commercial landlord's prepare leases in their best interest. If you are opening a new business or renegotiating a lease, bring the lease to The Portela Law Firm, P.C. to review before executing it.

 

Commercial Regulation

"The government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases. If it moves, tax it, if it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it." Ronald Regan (1911-2004)

In today's competitive marketplace, retail business owners certainly have their hands full. Not only must they focus on the financial aspects of their respective enterprise, they must also ensure that their business activities are in line with the ever changing laws of: The United States Department of Agriculture. For more information please visit http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usdahome or contact our office.

  • New York State Tax Enforcement Law Department
  • New York State Liquor Authority
  • New York Department of Consumer Affairs
  • New York City Health Department
  • The New York City Department of Sanitation

Fortunately, The Portela Law Firm, P.C. is prepared to shoulder some of the businessman's burden. Our firm is eager to defend businesses facing suspension or revocation of its city licenses or permits. In addition, we can aid those businesses who find themselves in a legal dispute with administrative agencies over alleged violations and fines. If your business is facing a suspension or revocation of a city license, rest assure that we can help.

 

New York State Liquor Authority (SLA)

From upscale restaurants for the rich and famous to your simple corner delis, every NYC business that intends to sell alcoholic beverages must obey the rules and regulations of the New York State Liquor Authority (NYSLA).

Do you have the license required for the sale of wine? Does your liquor business have NYSLA warning signs posted in the correct places? Do you know the best way to handle a violation charge issued by the Authority?

These are questions that NYSLA inspectors will ask, but don't fret; The Portela Law Firm, P.C. can provide the answers. Our firm can help liquor entrepreneurs obtain all of the necessary NYSLA licenses, as well as defend them against alleged liquor violations. For more information please visit http://www.abc.state.ny.us or contact our office today.

 

New York City Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA)

"The nine most terrifying words in the English language are, "I'm from the government, and I'm here to help." Ronald Regan (1911-2004)

In today's competitive marketplace, business owners certainly have their hands full. Not only must they focus on the financial aspect of their respective enterprise, but they must also ensure that their business activities are in line with the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs' ever-changing laws and regulations. Fortunately, The Portela Law Firm, P.C. is prepared to shoulder some of the businessman's burden. In addition, we can aid those who find themselves in a legal dispute with the Department of Consumer Affairs over alleged violations or fines. For more information please visit: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dca/html/home/home.shtml or contact our office.

 

Tobacco Licensing & Sales

New York City business owners who offer tobacco products for sale must adhere to a long list of rules and regulations set forth within both the city's Administrative Code and the state's Public Health Law. Keeping up-to-date with all of these legal provisions is a difficult task, but The Portela Law Firm, P.C. can help. Our firm can make sure that your business has the proper tobacco licenses, ensure that your business is in line with the current New York tobacco regulations, and defend you in the event of alleged tobacco law violations from the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA). Please call us at 212-965-9458. For more information please visit: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dca/html/licenses/127.shtml or contact our office.

 

New York State Department of Health (DOH)

Licenses... The New York State Sanitary Code... The New York State Public Health Law... The New York State Health Rules and Regulations... all of these must be kept in mind by New York State businesses. Naturally, the responsibility of juggling one's tasks in the marketplace and ensuring compliance with the NYS Department of Health's policies can become quite difficult. The Portela Law Firm, P.C. recognizes this simple fact and is ready to help. Our firm is prepared to aid those who wish to obtain specific Department of Health licenses, as well as defend those who have been accused of public health violations. For more information please visit http://www.health.state.ny.us or http://www.nyc.gov/html/dsny/html/home/home.shtml or contact our office.

 

New York State Department of Buildings (DOB)

Seen every day in every borough, construction work is extremely commonplace in the "City That Never Sleeps." Yet, nearly all major construction and repair jobs require compliance with the rules & regulations of the Department of Buildings, The New York Administrative Code, and the New York Criminal Code. Fortunately, The Portela Law Firm, P.C. can help individuals and businesses establish the "legal foundations" that are needed to conform with complicated city regulations. Our firm defends those who have been accused of various violations at the Department of Buildings and in New York State Criminal Court. For more information please visit http://www.nyc.gov/html/dob/html/bis/bis.shtml or contact our office.

 

New York State Department of Transportation (DOT)

Trucking Regulations - Safely navigating vehicles that normally weigh over 20 tons through the twists and turns of the New York State roadways is not an easy job. Nevertheless, commercial truck drivers are expected to do it, day-in and day-out. Increasing the profession's degree of difficulty is the fact that drivers must always make sure that they are in compliance with all of the state's Trucking Regulations and Safety Rules.

Fortunately, The Portela Law Firm, P.C. can help those in the commercial trucking industry focus more of their attention on the road by ensuring that their vehicles travel on the correct routes with the proper permits. In addition, our firm can defend those who have been accused of various trucking violations by the New York City Police Department or the NY State Department of Transportation. For more information please visit http://www.dot.state.ny.us/ or http://www.dot.gov/ or contact our office.