Law Offices of Matthew W. Lizotte
Navigating Complex Legal Issues to Achieve Your Goals.
We focus on you and your business by carefully and efficiently handling your legal affairs and providing a step-by-step approach to achieving your goals whether through litigation, negotiation, or strategic planning.
Complex Litigation, New York
Practice Areas
At Law Offices of Matthew W. Lizotte, we provide the following legal services.
Real Estate Litigation
Landlord and Tenant Litigation
Representing residential and commercial landlords in eviction proceedings, lease enforcement matters, holdover proceedings, nonpayment cases, and post-foreclosure occupancy disputes.
Municipal Litigation
Creditors' Rights Representation
Commercial Litigation
Land Use, Zoning & Planning Board Representation
Providing strategic counsel to property owners, developers, municipalities, and land use boards in connection with zoning approvals, variances, subdivisions, site plans, special permits, SEQRA compliance, and all aspects of the development approval process.
Appeals & Appellate Practice
Code Enforcement and Prosecution
Business & Nonprofit Counsel
Advising businesses and nonprofit organizations on governance, contracts, regulatory compliance, operational matters, risk management, and dispute resolution.
Complex Litigation Lawyer
About Law Offices of Matthew W. Lizotte
Matthew W. Lizotte, Esq. - A Decade of Trusted Advocacy
Matthew W. Lizotte has been trusted by individual, business, institutional, and municipal clients to handle complex litigation, land use matters, appeals, and regulatory proceedings throughout New York and New Jersey. He currently serves as counsel to the Village of Spring Valley Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals and has successfully represented clients before state and federal courts, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Areas of Expertise:
- State and Federal Litigation: Matthew skillfully represents individuals, businesses, municipalities, lenders, and property owners in complex litigation matters throughout New York and New Jersey.
- Municipal Law & Land Use: He regularly advises municipalities, boards, developers, and property owners on zoning, planning, SEQRA compliance, code enforcement, and development approvals.
- Appellate Advocacy: Matthew has extensive experience handling appeals and complex post-trial proceedings in both state and federal appellate courts.
Education and Background:
- Fordham University School of Law: Matthew earned his Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law.
- Prior Experience: Before establishing his own firm, Matthew practiced with regional law firms where he represented institutional lenders, municipalities, businesses, and individuals in complex litigation and regulatory matters.
Memberships and Community Service:
- Rockland County Bar Association
- New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
- APRODECA
- Volunteer for Catholic Charities
- Pro Bono Counsel and Volunteer for Local Parish and Community Organizations
Matthew's commitment to excellence, practical problem-solving, and responsive client service ensures that clients receive effective legal representation tailored to their goals. Whether advising municipal boards, litigating complex disputes, guiding development projects, or handling appeals, Matthew is a trusted advocate committed to achieving results.
Complex Litigation Legal Team
Meet the team
Growing to Meet Your Needs.
Denisse Lizotte
Office Manager
Agron Berisha
Administrative Assistant
Get in touch with
Law Offices of Matthew W. Lizotte
Call us
(845) 414-3331
Location
1 Blue Hill Plaza Lobby Level, Suite 1509
Pearl River, NY 10965
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