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You Have 10 Days to Act. If you don't file an Answer in time, the court may evict you by default — without even hearing your side.
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I, YOUR NAME, the Respondent in this proceeding, answers to the allegations made in the Petition as follows:
1. I deny the allegations in the petition except as specifically admitted below.
2. I already paid all or part of the rent being claimed.
3. The landlord is demanding the wrong amount of rent, more than my legal rent or lease amount.
4. I want to file a counterclaim for rent overcharge.
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Need More Help?
You may also qualify for free legal aid
The Legal Aid Society
Free legal services for low-income New Yorkers
Right to Counsel NYC
Free attorney for eligible tenants
NYLAG
New York Legal Assistance Group
Local Advocacy
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