Does an EMAIL count as "in writing" and as a binding contract?

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Does an EMAIL count as "in writing" and as a binding contract?

Anonymous Jun 23, 2015 5 views 3 answers

In my lease it says that I'm to give a notice of 60 days whether or not I'm staying or leaving "in writing". Does an email count or does it need to be a certified letter or other contract binding document?

Richard J. ChertockReal Estate AttorneyMelville, NY · Answer 1 · 2026-06-15T15:07:59+00:00

Richard J. ChertockReal Estate AttorneyMelville, NY

Richard J. ChertockReal Estate AttorneyMelville, NY · Jun 15, 2026

It can be. Depends in the circumstances and what is contained in the contract.

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Renee Melinda LevineCriminal Defense AttorneyNew York, NY · Answer 2 · 2026-06-15T15:07:59+00:00

This is sufficient notice for staying in your tenancy. You should have another lease signed between you and your landlord. If you do not, then you will be subject to a month-to-month tenancy.

Eric Rothstein · Answer 3 · 2026-06-15T15:07:59+00:00

Eric Rothstein

Eric Rothstein · Jun 15, 2026

There is appellate case law that says an email can be a contract if all the material terms are there.

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Does an EMAIL count as "in writing" and as a binding contract?

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