NY -Licensed Attorney Cabin Contract Dispute

I have a time-sensitive contract dispute with an out-of-state builder who took a $58,800 deposit on a $283,095 log-cabin project in Deposit, NY, never placed the funds in escrow, and has since pushed the start date from September 2022 to fall 2024 while issuing a “revised” $469,038 estimate. Because he is neither licensed nor registered to build in New York, I am ready to press for a full refund.

All of my supporting material—signed contract, proof of payment, four unanswered demand letters, text threads, photos of the untouched site, and the contractor’s revised estimate—is organized and ready for legal review. I need a New York-licensed attorney to:

• Examine every document in the file for strengths, gaps, and statutory leverage.
• Refine my already-drafted complaint so it meets NY pleading standards and is positioned for a swift filing in the appropriate court.
• Draft a formal notice and demand that cites the relevant New York General Business Law and Home Improvement statutes, clearly sets out the refund request, and opens the door to settlement.
• Outline next steps (venue, service, timing) should the contractor ignore or reject the demand so I can proceed immediately with a formal complaint.

Acceptance criteria
– Returned documents must be in editable Word format, tracked-changes visible.
– Demand letter must reference the exact contract date, deposit amount, unlicensed status, and missed timelines.
– Guidance memo should list filing fees, court location, and any additional exhibits you recommend.

Please confirm your New York licensure and estimated turnaround time when you respond.