Practice Areas
As the leaders in managing landlord-tenant relationships, our breadth and depth of experience includes, but is not limited to, the following facets of law.
Unlawful Detainer Actions
When a tenant fails to pay rent, or violates other covenants in the lease, landlords can take corrective actions up to and including an eviction. More »
Just Cause Evictions
When rent control applies, the government regulates rent increases and in those jurisdictions, landlords can only evict in limited circumstances. More »
In-Law Units
Public policy has favored the construction of these pint-sized units, but the maddening regulations are best approached with Bornstein Law. More »
Owner Move In Eviction
In limited circumstances, tenants can be transitioned out of a rental unit because of an owner’s desire to use the property for their own use. More »
Short Term Rentals
Bornstein Law has been pioneers in the ever-evolving rules and regulations relating to Airbnb rentals and other iterations of the temporary flop. More »
Tenant Buyout Agreements
We can negotiate a proper, enforceable tenant buyout agreement whereby the tenant vacates the premises in exchange for compensation. More »
Rent Control
Many cities throughout the Bay Area have enacted rent stabilization measures of some form or fashion, creating all manner of issues for landlords. More »
Marijuana in Rental Units
Whether you are for or against legalized marijuana, Prop 64 is sure to impact your rental business. You need adequate protection. More »
Security Deposits
Tenants want their money back, while landlords need to protect their investment. It's no wonder why this is a hotly contested issue. More »
Roomate Conflicts
Tenants may need roommates as an economic necessity, but this can be double the trouble. We can help manage these alternative living arrangements. More »
Tenant Hoarding
Hoarding is a vexing problem for Bay Area landlords & property managers. When it is discovered, proactive but compassionate steps are in order. More »
Tenant Abandonment
When a tenant abandons their personal property, landlords cannot play “finders keepers, losers weepers”, but comply with relevant law. More »
Rent Board Appearances
When landlords find themselves in a deadlock in rent control jurisdictions, Bornstein Law can protect their rights at a rent board hearing. More »
