Jimmy's Corner Owner Fights Eviction in Times Square Legal Battle

A Beloved Times Square Bar Faces Eviction

• 🍻 Jimmy's Corner, a bar opened in 1971 and known for its affordable beer and old-New York atmosphere, is facing an uncertain future.
• 💔 The establishment is described as one of the last remaining relics of old New York in Times Square, attracting visitors for its unique, unpretentious vibe.

Legal Battle Over Lease and Ownership Change

• ⚖️ After the original owner, Jimmy Glenn, passed away in 2020, his son Adam took over.
• 🏢 The Durst Corporation, the building's owner, is seeking to evict the bar, citing a lease provision that allows them to terminate the lease upon the original owner's death.
• 💰 Durst Corporation claims they offered Adam Glenn $250,000 to vacate and allowed him to stay open longer, stating these efforts were not met with good faith.

Owner's Fight to Preserve Legacy

• 🗣️ Adam Glenn alleges that the Durst Corporation took advantage of his father's trust to include a disingenuous eviction clause.
• ⏳ He is committed to fighting the eviction and aims to remain at the current location until the end of his lease in 2029, seeking to protect his father's legacy, his family, workers, and the community.