Remove Tenants Who Stop Paying Rent

Quick Evicts, Inc handles non-payment eviction cases in New York with proper notice drafting, court filing, and judgment coordination.

When a tenant stops paying rent and does not respond to your requests, you need a legal process that restores rental income and possession of your unit. Non-payment evictions in New York require specific notices, strict filing procedures, and compliance with rent stabilization and housing court rules. Quick Evicts, Inc manages each step from notice preparation through marshal coordination, ensuring your case meets current legal standards and moves forward without procedural delays.

The process begins with a consultation to confirm that rent is owed and that no defenses such as warranty of habitability claims are likely to succeed. A rent demand notice is prepared and served, allowing the tenant a statutory period to pay or vacate. If the tenant does neither, a non-payment petition is filed with the housing court in New York, and a hearing date is assigned.

If you own rental property in New York and a tenant has not paid rent, contact Quick Evicts, Inc to confirm eligibility and begin the filing process.

How Non-Payment Cases Move Through Housing Court

Your case starts with a rent demand notice that includes the amount owed, the time period for payment, and the consequences of non-compliance. In New York, this notice must be served using an approved method and must allow the tenant at least fourteen days to respond. Once the notice period expires without payment, a petition is filed with the housing court that has jurisdiction over your property.

After filing, you receive a court date and instructions for appearance. Quick Evicts, Inc coordinates all court appearances and responds to any defenses raised by the tenant. If the tenant claims repairs were needed or rent was withheld for legal reasons, the court will review evidence from both sides. Once a judgment is entered in your favor, a warrant of eviction is issued and a marshal is scheduled to remove the tenant and restore possession.

The service includes notice drafting, petition preparation, court appearance coordination, and marshal scheduling. It does not include collection of unpaid rent after judgment or damage claims, but it does provide complete support for obtaining possession of your unit.

Before filing a non-payment case, landlords typically ask about timelines, tenant defenses, and what happens if the tenant pays after the petition is filed. These answers address the most common concerns.

Most landlords want to know what to expect

Most uncontested non-payment cases take six to eight weeks from notice to marshal enforcement. Cases with defenses or court scheduling delays may take longer.
How long does a non-payment eviction take in New York?
The court may dismiss the case if the tenant pays all rent owed plus court costs before the hearing. You are notified if payment is made and the case is resolved.
What happens if the tenant pays the rent after I file the petition?
Tenants commonly claim that rent was withheld due to unrepaired conditions, improper notice, or incorrect rent calculation. Quick Evicts, Inc prepares your case to address these defenses with evidence and testimony.
What defenses can a tenant raise in a non-payment case?
The notice must include the correct rent amount, time period, and statutory language, and it must be served properly. Errors in the notice can result in case dismissal and require the process to start over.
Why is the rent demand notice so important?
The marshal is scheduled after a judgment of possession is entered and a warrant of eviction is issued. You receive notice of the enforcement date once the warrant is available.
When does the marshal remove the tenant?

Quick Evicts, Inc provides non-payment eviction support for landlords across New York, with a focus on compliance, clear documentation, and structured case management. If a tenant has stopped paying rent and you are ready to begin the legal process, learn more about your case by scheduling a consultation to confirm eligibility and review your options.