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Cuprunnethover2022 t1_iqy4fpr wrote

Can you figure out what the landlord owes you....let's say it is $800 (or whatever) and then deduct that from your next rent payment?

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Slight_Paint4487 OP t1_iqy77cy wrote

The city said I can after the appeal period +30 days. But they are filing an appeal and I don’t really want to just risk not paying rent and put that target on my back without a courts decision first.

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GPanda07 t1_iqygiyy wrote

When you engage counsel, it may also be wise to consider the option of settlement - maybe landlord will be more keen to voluntarily pay if you are represented by counsel. As your lawyer friend may have already told you, litigation can sometimes be costly and time consuming so just keep that option in mind. Not sure how things work in NJ but I assume you still have to go to court to obtain an enforceable judgment. Good luck and I hope you get a good lawyer to help you out!

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Slight_Paint4487 OP t1_ir0l0qj wrote

Thanks. He did give similar advice. Basically said if the landlord would be on the hook for legal fees then might be worth it for me and counsel to fight for every dollar, but also consider getting a good chunk and sooner. It’s found money so I’m not stuck on getting every dime I guess.

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