Real Estate Law

Disputes between landlords and tenants can arise for many reasons during a tenancy, from disagreements over repairs and security deposits to conflicts involving rent increases or lease violations. California law provides both landlords and tenants with important...

Real estate fraud can cause significant financial harm to buyers, sellers, and investors. When a licensed real estate broker or salesperson commits fraud and the victim cannot recover damages directly from the licensee, California law provides a potential remedy...

Disputes often arise when multiple people own real estate together. Co-owners may disagree about whether to sell the property, how it should be managed, or who should continue living there. When these disagreements cannot be resolved, California law provides a legal...

A property lien is a legal claim against real property used to secure payment of a debt or legal obligation. A lien does not transfer ownership, but it gives a creditor an enforceable interest in the property until the debt is resolved. Once recorded, a lien attaches...

Real estate transactions depend on clear ownership. When a title defect appears, whether from a recording error, unresolved lien, or competing ownership claim, it can derail a sale, refinancing, or transfer and expose property owners to ongoing legal risk. A quiet...

Adverse possession is a legal doctrine that allows a person who occupies land they do not own to acquire legal title to that land if they satisfy specific requirements for a required period of time. This doctrine serves several purposes: Encourages productive use of...

California imposes extensive disclosure obligations in commercial real estate transactions to protect buyers, promote transparency, and reduce post-transaction disputes. For sellers, failing to comply with California disclosure requirements can result in costly...