Areas of Practice

Real Estate Litigation

 

Residential and Commercial Purchase and Sale Disputes

Breach of contract | Specific performance | Non‑disclosure | Fraud | Misrepresentation

Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, and Litigation

Land use and zoning matters, including representation of property owners before governmental entities (cities, counties, zoning boards, design review boards) relating to: Easements | Variances | Zoning exceptions | Design review approvals | Special use permits | Property taxes and litigation of these matters in state and federal courts.

Construction Defects and Mechanic’s Liens

Representation of owners, builders and contractors in regards to: Construction disputes | Construction defects | Claims

Real Estate Broker Issues

Claims against and defense of real estate brokers and agents including: Negligence | Fraud | Misrepresentation | Breach of fiduciary duty | Disclosure obligations | Commission Disputes

Other Real Estate Matters

Including: Foreclosure issues | Trespass | Encroachment | Adverse possession and prescriptive easements | Nuisance | Disputes over views, trees, branches, parties, walls, fences, garages and other attached structures

Landlord‑Tenant Matters

Representation of owners and tenants relating to lease disputes and unlawful detainers.

Common Interest Communities

Interpretation and enforcement of CC&Rs.


Real Estate Transactions

 

Representation, Consultation and Negotiation

Residential and Commercial purchase and sale agreements | Disclosure Obligations | Loan agreements | Documentation.

Residential Leases and Commercial Leases

For offices, restaurants, industrial spaces, and shopping centers

Land Use Applications, Permits and Approvals

Variance | Design review | Special use permits


Business Litigation

 

Mediation, Arbitration, and Litigation

Regarding business disputes (partnerships, corporations, LLCs) | Consumer rights | Automobile dealers


Business Transactions

 

Business Formation

Corporations Partnerships | LLCs | Purchase and sale agreements