Intervention is to be liberally granted, pursuant to CPLR 1012 and 1013, whether sought as of right or in the court's discretion. However, it is warranted only where the proposed intervenor demonstrates a real and substantial interest in the outcome of the proceeding.
Bapaz NYC W. St. Group, LLC v. Assa Props., Inc., NY Slip Op 03061 (1st Dep't May 14, 2026)
