Schuyler V.V. Hoffman
Schuyler V.V. Hoffman
Shareholder
Residential Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Business Consulting
Lease Negotiation Attorney
Lease Negotiation & Commercial Eviction Attorney
Do you need legal assistance with lease modification, negotiation, or termination? Our residential lease negotiation attorneys help both tenants and landlords resolve disputes, secure fair terms, and avoid the costly battles that often follow broken agreements.
Common Lease Issues We Handle
Our attorneys protect clients in legal matters concerning:
- Lease Modifications: Renegotiating terms when circumstances change or agreements no longer reflect reality.
- Termination Agreements: Helping tenants or landlords end leases fairly, with clear protections in place.
- Eviction Defense: Protecting tenants from wrongful eviction and ensuring landlords follow the law.
- Security Deposit Disputes: Recovering withheld deposits or defending landlords against unfair claims.
- Habitability & Safety Concerns: Addressing unsafe or unlivable rental conditions.
No matter the issue, our goal is the same: to resolve lease disputes quickly so you can move forward.
Why Our Lease Negotiation Attorneys
When the outcome matters, clients turn to us for clarity, strategy, and results. Here’s why:
We Bring a Balanced Perspective
We’ve represented both landlords and tenants, giving us the advantage of knowing how the other side thinks and how to anticipate their moves.
We Deliver Hands-On Attention
You won’t be left in the dark. Our attorneys stay directly involved from negotiation to resolution, explaining options and protecting your rights at every step.
Our Success Speaks for Itself
Trust is earned, not given. Our clients return and refer us to others over and over—not because they can’t find legal help elsewhere, but because we know what’s at stake and deliver.
Prepared for Every Outcome
Most disputes can be resolved outside of court, but when litigation becomes necessary, our attorneys are experienced advocates ready to fight for your best outcome.
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.