Scott Okamoto helped us navigate an Owner Move-In Eviction while, in parallel, negotiating a buyout…read moreagreement with the tenants in our condominium. We really appreciated Scott's thoughtful approach and the care he took to explain the intricacies, risks, and considerations of each path. Scott worked with us personally throughout the entire process. His hands-on approach, responsiveness, and clear guidance gave us confidence as we worked through difficult decisions. We were very grateful to have Scott advising us and would highly recommend him to anyone navigating a complicated landlord-tenant matter in San Francisco.

Left a voicemail never heard back. Called him a few times, as I seen really great reviews. That was…read morenot the case in my situation, not responsive don't waist your time.

mi nombre es Leticia, yo busqué ayuda con los abogados y desde el primer momento me hicieron sentir…read moremuy bien,recibí ayuda y respuesta muy rápido todos son muy amables desde el primer momento me sentí segura con ellos , y Martín hace un excelente trabajo siempre contesta y resuelve tus preguntas me siento muy agradecida con todos, muchas gracias Martín por siempre estar atento a todas mis preguntas y ayudarme siempre que tenia alguna duda oh preguntas 100% recomiendo eñ servicio de ellos

Same thing has happened to me as with other potential clients?? I provided the information for them…read moreto verify no conflict of interest. Then I spent a lot of time preparing a summary of my case and then they decide not to take on the case based on being too busy? All attorneys caseloads full?? You'd think they would've told you that in the beginning that they can't take on new cases? This has happened with a couple of other law firms as well. And they won't give an answer Why?? This is very unprofessional. I asked if they could put me on a waitlist and they said no once they've not taken the case they don't take it in the future?? So there's some ulterior motive here? Then they referred me to a few people that left their firm and formed their own firm and they did the same thing?

I made the mistake of not choosing Bornstein Law from the start. My sister, who works in the Civil…read moreSection of the Sheriff's Office, spoke highly of Attorney Bornstein and his team's high volume of successful eviction cases. Unfortunately, I let the negative reviews in here influence my decision and hired another attorney instead and it cost us valuable time. What immediately stood out to us was Bornstein Law's transparency. Their terms and fees are clearly listed on their website. That was a big relief after the other attorney was trying to get us to sign with their firm and start an eviction over a small issue (Bornstein Law's fees are more affordable vs the other attorney we talked to). During our consultation, we didn't have to spend a long time explaining every detail of our situation and Attorney Bornstein had already identified the issue and presented several options to resolve our tenant issue. He was direct, practical, and didn't sugarcoat anything. I can see how some people might interpret that as feeling unheard, but in our case, we appreciated his efficiency. He was also considerate enough to recommend options that would cost us less because our matter was not an eviction case. After the call, I realized why some reviews mention communication issues. At the end of our consultation, he accidentally placed us on hold, apparently thinking the call had already ended. Should we be upset about it? Maybe. But compared to finally having a clear path forward for our tenant issue, it felt like a minor mistake. We left the consultation relieved and confident about our next steps.

They take repeated messages and do not keep track. They promise call backs but only take emails…read more Zero value, communication skills and full incompetence among staff and attorneys. No value. Likely disbarred if not now soon.

I cannot recommend The Landlord Advocate highly enough! In a city like San Francisco -- where the…read moreeviction process is notoriously complex and landlord protections are limited by strong tenant rights, just-cause requirements, and procedural hurdles -- this team handled my case with expertise, grit, and professionalism. From start to finish, they were proactive, communicative, and strategic. They guided me through every step of the unlawful detainer process -- which in San Francisco can take months and requires strict legal compliance -- and made sure the sheriff executed the writ properly and on time. What really set them apart was how they handled the inevitable roadblocks: they anticipated issues before they became problems, they communicated clearly and often, and they represented my interests with the highest integrity. If you need help navigating the SF eviction process, this is the team you want on your side!

Best service ever. Evicted the tenant and it waa all hands free. Straightforward pricing. No…read morehaggles or hidden fees

Very helpful and quick response, not what I needed but gave referrals! Thanks for your time!read more

A great real estate attorney can make your life better in ways you'd never Imagine. Jaime Uziel is…read moreone of those guys. I was the underdog and scared about consequences of decisions going against me. Jaime helped me understand the relevant laws and my options. Jaime took my tangled-up situation and found challenges, opportunities, and solutions. He masterfully kept progress moving and ultimately, I prevailed. I actually slept well at night- a big deal when life gets complicated. Along the way, I observed other lawyers' representation for their clients and was appalled. Legal documents were misspelled, communications were late, unclear, and weak. Most importantly, they charged lots but didn't earn it. I was deeply grateful to work with a true professional. Lots of lawyers have nice offices and expensive suits. That doesn't mean they're skilled, consistent, and accurate. Jaime has it all. If you've got an issue needing excellent counsel, call Jaime. I hope you sleep well, too.

Shauna was wonderful. I reached out during a stressful landlord-tenant issue, and she was…read moreincredibly knowledgeable, kind, practical, and generous with her time. She quickly helped me understand the situation and think through the next steps. I especially appreciated her honesty and integrity. She cared about getting me to the right resource, not just taking on a matter. She was a joy to speak with and a true wealth of information. I'm very grateful for her guidance and would highly recommend her.

Matlin and Associates were fantastic at quickly solving my tenant issue and gave me some great…read moreinformation and advice as I navigate the rental market as an independent LL in San Francisco. I highly recommend them!

I agreed with opposing counsel to use Robert Sheppard as a mediator. He was HORRIBLE! He…read morerepresented himself to be fair and someone who wouldn't take side. In a far away fantasy land that may be how he wants to operate but in real like I regret agreeing to use him. Months later when I was interviewing an attorney, I felt relieved when they agreed Shepard was nothing special and that he talked too much. They said they received calls from him months later to schmooze so the attorney gives him business so they concluded he definitely knew where his bread and butter was coming from. He SUCKS! He was not at all neutral and definitely took side. Wouldn't let me get two words out but allowed other side to say everything they wanted to. He then took the threats coming my way to try and get me to sign the agreement that would make false representations about me. Dave yourself and don't use him. Instead go to JAMS and use a real judge with experience. Someone who knows what they are doing. This guy doesn't !

Instead of spending upward of $50,000 to have a realtor sell our house, we sold to a friend and had…read morethe Sheppard - Uziel & Hendrickson Law Firm handle all of the legal work. It saved us an enormous amount and everything went smoothly. When you work with a realtor they make you think that it is such a complex process and you couldn't possibly do it without them. Jaime at Sheppard - Uziel & Hendrickson Law Firm proved that to be fiction! We were able to do everything electronically so we could spend our time packing!

You don't see many five star reviews on yelp - - I mean exclusively - - there is always a…read moresourpuss---a turd in the punch bowl - - I just find it astounding there is not one negative review and unlike Amazon, these are reviews from the heart - - they aren't paid for - - if you can't take these reviews to the bank--take me to the bank- The guy is a stud-- First, he knows what he is doing - -to a tee-'A Plus' grades'--and though know what the hell you're doing department - - and this is an important document - - I take my daughter really really seriously-I do not want her to have to go through the bullshit of probate - - I did it, it's at freaking nightmare and in the end I spent a lot of money on lawyers, needlessly-- Second, if he says he's gonna do it, he does it - - a flake with me gets fired quick--like yesterday-- Third--off the grid a bit--humor is important to me- - he has a great sense of humor and will put you into another zone and you simply just trust him, which is above all things my biggest criteria - -(Aside from a lawyer plying and knowing his trade)- I haven't come across a negative yet and I'm a freakin double Virgo-- Read these five star reviews - - Hanoi humpa humpa he's not--no in and out, wham, bam thank you mam here-- That's my rulin!

Mark was a great help to us! Professional and knowledgeable, yet very approachable and patient to…read morewalk through concepts with us, sometimes multiple times. We appreciated the house calls where he came to us to discuss the plan and coordinate signatures. As a fellow attorney, I highly recommend his services to others.

I had a Zoom consult with McLaughlin & Sanchez and was really impressed…read more Andres Sanchez knows San Francisco landlord-tenant law inside and out. SF regulations are layered and highly technical, but he broke everything down clearly and gave very pragmatic advice -- not just what the law says in theory, but what actually makes sense in practice. He was straightforward, thoughtful, and realistic about options and potential outcomes. I especially appreciated that he focused on practical next steps instead of overcomplicating things. It felt strategic and grounded, not alarmist. If you're dealing with a landlord-tenant issue in San Francisco and want clear, practical guidance, this firm is a solid choice.

Let's be VERY VERY CLEAR. I'm talking about McLaughlin. It's funny how you tried to make it sound…read morelike this was a wrong review when you know it wasn't. It's typical shady McLaughlin style to do that. He's a poor lawyer, only cares about billing the crap out of his clients and never makes much of an effort to what's best for his clients. MCLAUGHLIN SANCHEZ, the Law firm thay loves to nickel and dime their clients. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. The guy talks like hes something special but he's not. He bills at a rate that's reserved for legit attorneys but his law school, his experience is thay of a junior at best.

Dave Crow is the "real deal"His goal is to help tenants advocate for their rights.He has an…read moreexcellent grasp of the law especially tenant landlord law.He has the upmost integrity and doesn't hesitate in telling you the truth upfront.

I could not recommend Dave more. He helped me negotiate a buyout agreement far larger than I ever…read morecould have imagined after I learned that my landlord was moving into my unit. I could tell from just my first two conversations with him, before I was even a client of his, that he truly cares about tenants. He also charges a fraction of the cost of a typical lawyer. I am so appreciative!