Schuyler V.V. Hoffman
Schuyler V.V. Hoffman
Shareholder
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Business Consulting
Real Estate Dispute Attorney
Your Real Estate Dispute Lawyers
Real estate transactions don’t always go as planned. Breach of contract, nondisclosure issues, or conflicts between buyers, sellers, and contractors can escalate quickly. Without the right representation, these disputes can drain time, money, and relationships.
Hoffman & Forde’s real estate dispute attorneys ensure you resolve conflicts efficiently while protecting what matters most—your property and investments.
How We Help Resolve Real Estate Disputes
Our attorneys will work hard to resolve your case or avoid them entirely. If disputes arise, our wide range of resolution methods help clients with a variety of cases. We help with cases involving:
Breach of Contract
When purchase, lease, or development deal agreements aren’t honored, the consequences can be serious. We enforce real estate contracts through negotiation or litigation to protect your rights and financial interests.
Nondisclosure & Misrepresentation
Undisclosed defects or false statements can derail a transaction and erode trust. Our attorneys hold parties accountable and pursue remedies that keep deals fair.
Construction & Development Disputes
Conflicts between owners, contractors, or subcontractors can stall progress and drive up costs. We resolve construction-related disputes efficiently so projects stay on track.
Landlord–Tenant Conflicts
From unpaid rent to unlawful detainers, disputes between landlords and tenants require quick, decisive action. We represent both sides, working to resolve issues without unnecessary expense or delay.
Boundary & Title Issues
Disputes over property lines or unclear titles can stall transactions and lead to litigation. We clarify ownership rights and resolve conflicts so properties can be bought, sold, or developed with confidence.
Why Client Trust Our Real Estate Dispute Attorneys
Real estate disputes demand more than legal knowledge—they require foresight, strategy, and a willingness to fight when necessary. Clients choose Hoffman & Forde because we deliver all three.
Hands-On Advocacy
We stay actively involved in every stage of your case, so you always know where things stand.
Tailored Strategies
No two disputes are alike. We adapt our approach to your goals, the parties involved, and the best path toward resolution.
Strength in Litigation
If settlement isn’t possible, our litigation experience gives you strong representation in court.
Cross-Disciplinary Insight
Because we also practice in real estate transactions, commercial law, and estate planning, we see the bigger picture and anticipate complications others miss.
The Team Behind the Results
Our attorneys are trusted with complex matters because they bring more than credentials—they bring results.
This is a team built for clients who expect insight, action, and accountability at every turn.
Daniel R. Forde
Daniel R. Forde
Shareholder
Civil Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, Business Consulting, …See More
Angela Elpers Barnes
Angela Elpers Barnes
Managing Attorney
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation
Amanda Allen
Amanda Allen
Senior Associate
Business, Real Estate, Civil Litigation
Dalia Astalos
Dalia Astalos
Associate
Landlord-Tenant Law, Commercial Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Trust & Estates Litigation, …See More
Alison Barry
Alison Barry
Senior Counsel
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation
Victoria Boynton
Victoria Boynton
Senior Counsel
Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Transactional and Litigation, Business Advisement
Jim Buche
Jim Buche
Of-Counsel
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation
Michael Dicks
Michael Dicks
Senior Trial Attorney
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Personal Injury
Christina Elhaddad
Christina Elhaddad
Senior Associate
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Immigration Law
Alanna Haefner
Alanna Haefner
Senior Associate
Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Tax Advisory
Mia Kelly
Mia Kelly
Senior Counsel
Real Estate Litigation, General Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Employment Law, …See More
Nicholas Kritikos
Nicholas Kritikos
Of-Counsel
Civil Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Business Consulting, …See More
Matt LeFevre
Matt LeFevre
Junior Associate
Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Boundary Disputes, Business Consulting
Ian McKinley
Ian McKinley
Senior Associate Attorney
Eminent Domain/Inverse Condemnation, Business Torts, Boundary Disputes, Shareholder & Member Derivative Litigation, …See More
Joshua Morrison
Joshua Morrison
Junior Associate
Adam Reifman
Adam Reifman
Senior Associate
Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Corporate Law — Entity Formation & Planning, Easement & Land Use, …See More
William H. Sauls
William H. Sauls
Of-Counsel
Estate Planning, Tax Advisory, Business Consulting
Stefan Seper
Stefan Seper
Attorney
Civil Litigation, Landlord-Tenant Law , Commercial Real Estate, Habitability Issues, …See More
Shelly Ann Stewart
Shelly Ann Stewart
Junior Associate
Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation
Michael Stuart
Michael Stuart
Of-Counsel
Criminal Defense, Restraining Orders, Civil Litigation, Administrative Law
Vincent Russo
Vincent Russo
Senior Counsel
Trust & Probate Litigation, Business Law, Real Estate Law
Our Paralegals
Our dedicated paralegals are the behind-the-scenes experts who ensure our firm runs smoothly. They play a critical role in our client-focused approach, enabling our attorneys to deliver the highest quality service with precision and care.
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Our Philosophy
Positive outcomes start with clear communication, practical solutions, and follow-through. That’s our philosophy—and what we deliver to every client who entrusts us with protecting what matters most.
Proudly Serving San Diego &
the North Coast
From Bankers Hill to La Jolla, Hoffman & Forde represents clients across Southern California with clear counsel, strategic insight, and results that hold up under pressure.