Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Real Estate Legal Representation in San Francisco
Zacks & Freedman PC has been a trusted advocate for Bay Area property owners for over 25 years. Our team of seasoned attorneys specializes in real estate litigation, landlord-tenant issues, and complex property transactions. With a proven track record in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, we combine deep legal expertise with a relentless commitment to client advocacy. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in shaping California property law through precedent-setting cases.We provide personalized legal strategies while maintaining a strong focus on ethical standards and client education. Our multidisciplinary approach covers all aspects of real estate law, from dispute resolution to transactional support. We serve clients across San Francisco and the broader California market with offices strategically located throughout the Bay Area.
Services
Real Estate Litigation
Landlord/Tenant Issues
Eviction Defense
Property Transactions
Land Use Appeals
Condominium Conversions
Rent Control Compliance
Construction Defects
Neighbor Disputes
Lease Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in California real estate law
- Our attorneys have appeared before the U.S. Supreme Court
- We handle complex real estate litigation cases with proven success
- We offer comprehensive transactional legal services for property owners
- Our team includes recognized experts in landlord-tenant law
Services
Real Estate Litigation
Our real estate litigation practice handles complex property disputes including purchase-sale conflicts, construction defects, and co-ownership disagreements. We represent clients in court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution. Our attorneys have extensive experience in both residential and commercial litigation matters across California.
Landlord/Tenant Issues
We provide comprehensive legal representation for landlords facing eviction challenges, rent control issues, and tenant disputes. Our services include drafting eviction notices and defending habitability claims. We specialize in navigating San Francisco's complex rental regulations and eviction control laws.
Property Transactions
Our transactional services cover purchase agreements, lease drafting, and condominium conversion documentation. We assist with title issues and building permit applications. Our team ensures smooth transactions while minimizing future legal liabilities for property owners.
Land Use Appeals
We represent property owners in land use and zoning matters including permit appeals and planning commission hearings. Our attorneys handle environmental quality act compliance and variance applications. We advocate for clients in both development proposals and neighborhood opposition cases.
Eviction Defense
Our firm specializes in eviction defense for landlords facing wrongful eviction claims. We handle no-fault evictions including Ellis Act cases and owner move-in evictions. We provide strategic legal representation throughout the eviction process from notice preparation to court proceedings.
People
Andrew M. Zacks
Founder
Andrew Zacks specializes in San Francisco real estate litigation with over 25 years of experience in landlord-tenant law and property rights advocacy.
Scott A. Freedman
Managing Shareholder
Scott Freedman represents property owners in complex real estate disputes including purchase-sale conflicts and construction defect litigation across the Bay Area.
Emily L. Brough
Shareholder
Emily Brough focuses on statewide real estate litigation with expertise in land use regulation and appellate court representation.
Justin A. Goodman
Shareholder
Justin Goodman handles Bay Area landlord-tenant disputes and contract conflicts with over a decade of experience in rent control ordinance compliance.
Mark B. Chernev
Shareholder
Mark Chernev brings over 20 years of legal experience with a focus on San Francisco real estate litigation and property rights protection.
Questions
What areas of real estate law do you specialize in?
We specialize in real estate litigation, landlord-tenant issues, property transactions, land use appeals, and condominium conversions throughout California.
Do you handle both residential and commercial property cases?
Yes, our firm represents clients in both residential and commercial real estate matters across the Bay Area and California.
Can you help with eviction proceedings in San Francisco?
Our experienced team handles all types of evictions including no-fault evictions, Ellis Act evictions, and evictions for cause in San Francisco.
Do you represent property owners in appellate courts?
Yes, our firm has extensive appellate experience including cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and California's appellate courts.
What types of landlord-tenant disputes do you handle?
We handle all landlord-tenant issues including rent increases, habitability claims, lease disputes, and illegal unit conversions.
Do you offer transactional legal services for property owners?
Yes, we provide comprehensive transactional services including purchase agreements, lease drafting, and condominium conversion documentation.
