Business Details
Your Trusted Landlord-Tenant Law Firm in San Francisco
Bornstein Law is a specialized legal practice dedicated to protecting the rights of rental property owners, property managers, and real estate professionals. With offices in San Francisco and Oakland, we focus exclusively on landlord-tenant law, offering strategic counsel to navigate complex regulatory environments. Our team combines decades of experience with a commitment to education, regularly publishing articles and hosting seminars to empower clients with actionable insights.We prioritize resolving disputes efficiently while minimizing financial and legal risks for our clients. Our approach emphasizes clear communication, ethical advocacy, and a deep understanding of the evolving challenges faced by housing providers. Recognized as industry leaders, we serve as a trusted resource for clients across the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
Services
Eviction Proceedings
Tenant Buyout Agreements
Rent Increases
Lease Drafting
Tenant Lawsuits
Mold Disputes
Commercial Tenancies
Highlights and features
- We specialize exclusively in landlord-tenant law with over 30 years of focused experience.
- Our team provides actionable legal strategies tailored to the unique challenges of rental housing providers.
- Recognized as industry leaders through consistent media appearances and educational contributions.
- We prioritize efficient dispute resolution to minimize financial and legal risks for clients.
- Our attorneys combine litigation expertise with proactive compliance guidance to prevent future issues.
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Fantastic lawyer
Highly recommend
Responsive and knowledgeable
Resolved complex cases
Excellent legal guidance
Services
Eviction Proceedings
We handle evictions for nonpayment of rent, nuisance behavior, and lease violations with strict adherence to legal procedures. Our team ensures compliance with local regulations while protecting landlords' rights. Clients benefit from our experience in minimizing delays and avoiding costly procedural errors.
Tenant Buyout Agreements
We draft enforceable buyout agreements that allow landlords to negotiate tenant departures while avoiding litigation. Our agreements include proper compensation structures and liability releases, ensuring compliance with San Francisco's strict regulatory requirements for such transactions.
Lease Drafting
Our lease agreements incorporate evolving legal requirements and address modern rental challenges. We ensure clarity on tenant obligations, property rules, and liability protections while maintaining compliance with California's complex housing regulations.
Rent Increases
We guide landlords through legal rent increase processes, ensuring compliance with state and local rent control ordinances. Our services include proper notice preparation and documentation to avoid disputes or legal challenges.
Tenant Lawsuits
We defend landlords against habitability claims, wrongful eviction allegations, and discrimination lawsuits. Our approach combines aggressive legal representation with strategic settlement negotiations to achieve cost-effective resolutions for clients.
People
Daniel Bornstein
Founder & Attorney
Practicing law for over 30 years, Daniel Bornstein is a recognized authority in landlord-tenant law. He combines legal expertise with real estate investment experience to provide practical solutions for housing providers.
Kathryn Quetel
Attorney
Kathryn Quetel represents clients in complex landlord-tenant disputes with a focus on strategic resolution. She brings extensive litigation experience to Bornstein Law's team of rental housing specialists.
Questions
What areas of landlord-tenant law do you specialize in?
We handle evictions, lease agreements, rent increases, tenant buyouts, and defense against tenant lawsuits across residential and commercial properties in the Bay Area.
How do you handle emergency landlord situations?
We prioritize urgent matters with expedited consultations and immediate legal action planning while maintaining full compliance with California's eviction regulations.
Can you help with rent control compliance?
Yes, we guide landlords through state and local rent control requirements, including proper notice procedures and allowable increase calculations for regulated properties.
Do you provide educational resources for property owners?
We offer regular webinars, articles, and newsletters covering current landlord-tenant laws and practical strategies for rental property management compliance.
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