Residential Real Estate Attorney

We represent landlords in a variety of matters, including but not limited to:

• Drafting leases
• Property management/financing
• Unlawful detainer/evictions—both no-fault and fault-based cases
• Late payment and non-payment of rent
• Property damage
• Claims of breach of lease agreement/covenants—such as nuisance, unapproved subletting (i.e. Airbnb & VRBO rentals) and criminal activity
• Defense against tenant lawsuits. 

Our residential real estate attorneys also represent tenants in matters including, but not limited to

• Wrongful eviction
• Rent control disputes
• Habitability issues—such as structural integrity, safety, health conditions, repairs to normal wear and tear, code compliance, and common area maintenance
• Rental discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, family size, or source of income

Whether we are representing the landlord or the tenant, we often use negotiation, mediation or arbitration to achieve optimal results for our clients in a cost-effective manner. Additionally, our attorneys will not hesitate to go to court to protect our clients’ rights when necessary.

Whether you are a homeowner, condo owner, or association director, we regularly assist clients in matters involving HOA disputes, including: 

• Nuisance Claims: Defending homeowners accused of creating nuisances or representing those affected by neighbors’ actions.
• Code & Compliance Issues: Analyzing potential code violations and other contributing factors in HOA disputes.
• Special Assessments: Challenging assessments that homeowners believe are unfair or improperly applied.
• CC&R Enforcement: Handling disputes over covenants, conditions, and restrictions, whether you’re accused of a violation or feel rules aren’t being enforced consistently.

Real estate transactions can unravel over title defects, nondisclosure of property conditions, or fraud. We protect buyers and sellers in matters concerning:

• Purchase agreements
• Property title and adverse possession claims
• Nondisclosure of material facts
• Fraud disputes
• Undisclosed dual agency
• Misrepresentations on Multiple Listing Service (MLS) listings
• Encumbrances or liens that may prevent the sale of a property

Our residential real estate lawyers handle easement disputes, including express easements, implied easements, and prescriptive easements that arise over:

• Trees
• Water drainage
• Boundary line locations
• Retaining walls
• Joint fences
• Encroachment of structures or buildings mainly located on one property across or upon the legal boundary over or onto the other property

Construction, noise, blocked views, and drainage issues can make life at home unbearable. We step in early to defuse tensions and, when needed, take legal action to protect your right to quiet enjoyment of your property.

Lease terms can make the difference between a stable home and constant conflict. Our attorneys help tenants and landlords renegotiate, modify, or terminate residential leases when circumstances change. 

When sellers hide defects or misrepresent property conditions, buyers are left holding the costs. We ensure transparency in your real estate transactions and protect yourself from dishonest sellers who take advantage of their buyers.