Alan Nochumson

Alan Nochumson loves making real estate law easier to understand. As the founder of Nochumson P.C., Alan shares practical legal tips and insights drawn from years of experience helping property owners, developers, and small businesses across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. His blog posts break down complex legal issues into everyday language, so readers can stay informed and empowered. Outside the office, Alan enjoys exploring Philadelphia’s neighborhoods, mentoring young professionals, and staying plugged into the city’s legal and real estate scene.

Mortgage Broker

Lender Not Responsible For Misconduct Of Its Mortgage Broker

In shopping for a mortgage loan, most potential borrowers do not deal directly with mortgage lenders. Rather, these potential borrowers usually...

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Negligence Theory

Landlord May Be Liable Under Negligence Theory To Tenant

Pennsylvania courts are very hesitant in permitting lawsuits which merely re-cast an ordinary breach of contract claim into a tort claim. As such,...

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Landlord Waived Right To Sue Tenant Without Due Consideration

In many commercial real estate transactions, landlords and tenants make estoppel certifications representing that certain facts involving their legal...

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Landlord Responsible For Tenant Being Caught With Pants Down

In Brito v. MAC International, Inc., the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas sent the proverbial warning shot to all landlords in the city by...

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Tenants Only Need To Substantially Perform Under Lease Agreements

“Just pay your rent on time.” That is what every commercial tenant is told during lease negotiations when the tenant inevitably quibbles about...

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Tenant Provider Choice

Tenants In Pa. Have Right To Select Cable Provider Of Their Choice

Under Pennsylvania’s Tenants’ Right to Cable Television Act, a tenant may select a cable television service provider of their own choosing so long as...

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Federal Appeal

Federal Appeal Being Handled By Nochumson P.C. Profiled In “The USA Today”

In the federal appeal, Nochumson P.C. is representing the principal of a event planning company who has allegedly been personally attacked and...

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Assessment Lien

Condo Association Prohibited From Executing On Assessment Lien

If a condominium unit owner fails to pay a common area maintenance expense assessed against his unit by the condominium association, the delinquent...

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Taxes Are Owed For Real Estate Transfer To Partnership

Prior to purchasing real estate in Pennsylvania, an individual must decide how he intends to own the property. Will he own the property individually,...

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3rd Circuit Rules

3rd Circuit Rules Township’s Conduct Does Not Shock The Conscience

Most developers would rather have root canal surgery without Novocain than deal with local governments during the planning stages of a development...

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