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Federal Lawsuit Could Impact Landlords Screening Applicants with Criminal Records

By Clean Slate Legal Services | Posted on January 3, 2018

The nation is currently watching one federal lawsuit challenging one New York landlord’s ban on renting to people with criminal backgrounds. Even though the federal government has indicated to landlords that these types of bans violate fair housing laws, the practice unfortunately still persists in many cities. According to some estimates, these types of… Read More »

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Jeffrey Rizzo Attorney at Law

New York attorney Jeffrey Rizzo is a member of Levy & Rizzo, LLC, which through its Clean Slate Legal Services division is committed to helping New Yorkers get records of old criminal convictions sealed, opening the door to a brighter future.

Jeff Rizzo has 15 years of experience as a trial lawyer. He has represented thousands of clients on criminal matters, winning countless dismissals and not guilty verdicts. He has recovered millions of dollars for his clients in civil cases. Jeff also does appellate work and has successfully argued before the New York Court of Appeals in Albany, New York’s highest court. Read More...

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Through Clean Slate Legal Services, a division of Levy & Rizzo, LLC, attorney Eric D. Levy helps New Yorkers seal the records of their criminal convictions under New York Criminal Procedure Law CPL 160.59.

Eric D. Levy has been practicing law for over 20 years, with a focus in criminal defense and civil rights litigation. In that time, Eric has zealously represented individuals in thousands of criminal cases (both misdemeanors and felonies), providing practical legal advice and strong, effective defense to achieve the best result possible in each unique situation. On the civil litigation side, he has represented hundreds of plaintiffs in police misconduct civil lawsuits, finding justice for his clients while increasing the accountability of law enforcement to the public. Read More...

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Federal Lawsuit Could Impact Landlords Screening Applicants with Criminal Records

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