If you're a tenant in crisis, BASTA is who you call. They are no nonsense and focused--that's what you want. Mario, the intake person has been on his job for years and knows what he is doing. He is extremely competent. I highly recommend BASTA. BASTA is a force. They stand up for tenants who are being bullied, intimidated, or pushed out by powerful landlords and management companies. Their attorneys are sharp, committed, and deeply experienced in housing law. From the first contact, it was clear they understood what was at stake. They didn't treat us like a case number--they treated us like people whose rights matter. Their team is responsive, strategic, and fearless when it comes to defending tenants in court. BASTA doesn't make promises they can't keep. They tell you the truth, lay out your options, and fight hard. If you're feeling overwhelmed, pressured, or unsure what to do next--reach out. They know how to navigate complex situations, and they won't back down when things get tough. We're incredibly grateful for their support. If you're facing eviction from a landlord--don't wait. Contact BASTA. read more

the firm in Lancaster Great people who want to help the firm in DTla they seemed to not want to help us as they turned us away I self represented went to trial and in the end of things I won my case didn't have to pay no lawyers just some court fees I'll go somewhere else before I go to Basta srry guys you let us down self represented went all the way 280k we are all going to the buffet read more

Mario is extremely rude , when you don't understand something or proceed to ask questions he gets hostile with smart remarks and even tries to make a joke out of the situation or it seems like he is trying to make you feel embarrassed and uncomfortable of the situation. Mario needs to learn more customer service and stop being such a dick read more

If you're a tenant and desperate, Basta is an option, among the few professionls in Los Angeles who will defend tenants. You'll get an intake, if you agree to the retainer payment terms. If you "look/act like you can pay, you'll be charged $3K initilly, $5K if it's a trial, and more if it's a jury trial. In my case, it was a "slam dunk" for Matthis Chirioux, one of the lead attorneys. But Slam Dunk he was! Chiroux did very little for me, often off-site and not available. Wouldn't return my calls, violated the terms of the retainer, repeatedly; relied on his paralegal for all.. Did not communicate offers from the other side, even after the case was dismissed. frustrating all concerned. They know you're desperate. They know you have limited funds, if t ll. Still want to work with them? read more

I went in yesterday, excited to finally get the help I needed until I was informed that they do not service the Norwalk Courthouse. I live in South Gate but none of their office can assist me. read more

For the past 4 months my landlord has been giving me hell I received a summons to attend court on 03/08/22 to attend court on 03/14/22, I was so stressed and didn't know what to do I thought I was going to be homeless I reached out to stayhouse la and they referred me to Basta in Long Beach with not much time Mario made sure he took care of us, we showed up to court today Monday 03/14/22 and our attorney Matthis Chiroux was there to represent us. Honestly he was the best for the first time in months I finally felt a relief! He made sure he fought for us he made us feel safe! Thank you Mario, Matthis and Basta From the Gonzalez family read more

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Matthis Chiroux and Mario Sanchez should wear capes because they are absolutely Super Heroes! These men helped me beyond my expectations! Honest to G-D I would have been homeless without them! BASTA; their attorneys, paralegals, legal reachers, and staff are hard-working incredible people. Their kindness and professionalism saved me. Instead of being homeless, they fought for me! I'm now I'm in my fabulous new apartment in a better neighborhood and it's all due to their hard work. Thank You is simply not enough I am truly grateful. read more

If you need a tenants rights lawyer than Basra is the one. I must admit that when I first meant them, I was not impressed. The truth of the matter was it had been over 20 years since I last had to hire and I was unfamiliar with the process of an eviction. Mario and Diana handled their business, and Mario has been a gem with dealing with me and my drama during this virus. They are paid in dull and he could have just made excuses on why not to deal with me. My case is closed, I won, had a deadline. Mario proved to me that they really do care. Basra, Long Beach, .ca. Thank you so much Especially Mario. You need to check them out. read more

Are theses 4 stars fake? Assuming you can actually get someone on the phone... be aware the people that call or answer the phone and act like lawyers are actually "coordinators". They act like judge jury + executioner but they are coordinators. Theres nothing wrong with a coordinator role but it's NOT an attorney. And when you call them out on it they get indignant and claim I said I was. Well when you say "I'm taking cases for xyz" THAT implies YOU are an attorney seeing as an Attorney decides what cases to take!! In addition to that - they are rude and un empathetic to the people they are supposed to be helping. They claim there is NO WAY to avoid a UD... really? That makes no sense - of course there is. Its not a foregone conclusion that EVERY landlord tenant situation ends in an Unlawful detainer! IF you ONLY handle UD cases then just put that on the website!! Yet website literally say - "SO MUCH MORE THAN LAWYERS In addition to direct legal representation, we support tenant rights across the entire spectrum of community needs including: General housing advice" read more

I referred Basta to my sister and I was able to witness her success due to a great attorney named Diana Alvarado! She was confident, and backed her confidence with winning my sisters case. She went beyond by being so very kind during the process. Not only were we blessed with Diana, but had the privilege of speaking with another attorney in the office, Mario Sanchez. Mario saw my sister initially and advised her of the documents needed along with answering any questions she had. I got to witness my sister going from "scared to death" to a "relaxed hopeful lady" due to Diana and Mario. I thank God for BASTA and the attorneys they have. I don't know what my sister would have done without Diana and Mario. The greeting at front desk was warm and welcoming and the results were phenomenal! If you don't hire BASTA, you must don't care about winning! BASTA ROCKS!!!!!!! read more

Thank you to Veronica, Matthis and Mario for helping me when I was afraid of being homeless. I was in a situation with a roommate landlord and found out the hard way that it was not a friendly environment. Basta INC helped me avoid eviction AND get relocation fees that helped with my move. They saved me a lot of trouble and stress. Thank you Basta INC! read more

I went to this office today spoke to a male Hispanic clerk seats in the front office desk wears glasses. I provided my document and he then asked how much was my rent. He informed me my rent was a $100 over the threshold of the $1800 free legal aid. My fee would be the cost of my rent and they will try to help me. I'm thinking if you going to charge me the cost of my rent, I want to hear something better than you're going to try. He said they only going address the eviction notice not the reason I short paid my rent by $180. I was being sued for $180 by my landlord and didn't have a working stove or heater and toilet. You want $2000 and you only going to address the small issue but not why I deducted from the rent. I also he mentioned that he was 100% sure I would lose if I represent myself. That no one wins if they represented their selves, they always come back to him the CLERK to tell him how they should have paid for their services. I informed him I might have bit your scare tactic if you were an attorney and actual reviewed my documents or gave me consultation with the attorney your trying to sell me on. I can't be sold with a clerk that don't review my case or tell me their win rate in court and uses word like "we will try" and "you on your on for those repairs you want". Whoever teaching him his sell pitch needs to redo his training. You would need to share your success rate and tell me how you can resolve my matters and not chatting with me like I am a distain associate. He also complained everyone was arriving last min and they didn't close for an hour and no one was there after me. When he asked if I would pay I said I have a kid in college and a single parent with everyday bills, I don't have a month rent tucked away to pay you and rent again in a week. He said "well y'all can afford this much rent we figure you can afford an attorney." I then asked who are you referring to when you say "y'all". He came across as he couldn't assimilate that I am an everyday working class and although I had a job I am getting by like everyone else. Also, an attorney probably can't afford an attorney, job titles doesn't mean you're well off. If I do scrap up attorney cost I won't pay this clerk who seemed annoyed I arrived at 338pm and his place of employment closes in an hour and 1/2. read more

Basta is amazing! I was trying to fight an eviction case myself, I wasn't getting the best results. I was referred to Basta by another law firm. Not only did they take over the case, they educated me on the process step by step. I am a single Mother and I was so caught up with work and taking care of my kids, that I missed my chance to respond to a retaliatory eviction. I was already at the point where the Sheriff had posted a notice to vacate on my door. Basta turned the entire situation around and I got more than enough time to move. Their attorneys are very well versed in eviction laws and go above and beyond to assist their clients. I am so glad I found them or else my kids and I would be in a hotel with nowhere else to go. Thank you for your help! read more

Thank you to All BASTA staff, Mr. Sanchez went above and beyond with his help and Mr. Chiroux with his knowledge we're more than able to get me from a terrible situation to peace. I really recommend BASTA to everyone and anyone.. THANK YOU !!!!!!!!! read more

Looking for help when landlord illegally increasing my rent and threatening me with eviction after 17 years being the dream tenant. The guy at Basta told me if there is no rent control landlord can do whatever he wants and I have no rights at all. read more

The office staff were efficient and no-nonsense. The attorney, Matthis Chiroux, is quite a marvel! I was facing an unlawful detainer against a brand new landlord who was intent upon clearing the old tenants with lower rents out of the building. So many details; it wasn't pretty nor pleasant and I was being railroaded. Matthis absorbed my information and quickly became conversant in my story, leading up to a satisfying victory in court. He's smart, I might even say cunning, certainly savvy, and he knows how to handle these cases. read more

Basta really fought for me when my landlord tried to illegally evict me during the pandemic. After my landlord served me with a complaint, I retained Basta as defense council. They quickly found that my landlord was not in the right and got him to pay my legal fees and a relocation charge because I decided to leave the unit as part of the settlement (after your landlord sues you, the relationship tends to sour). If you are being harassed by your landlord to the point of litigation, I recommend Basta. Matthis the attorney fights for the working class against our land-hoarding oppressors. read more

They are the best..Mario and doggy are very helpful..My attorney is the best!!! Matt!!! Fights hard and wins!!! Thank you so much guys!!!!

Dear friends Did you get an eviction notice and don't know what to do? Call ALberto Munoz attorney at law Basta 333 w Broadway #204 Long Beach , CA 90802 562-590-7300 Fantastic attorneys Alberto Munoz and Mario Sanchez. These are the attorneys that helped us in our time of need!!! I gave them 5 stars and if you could give 10 stars. That's what I would give!! Highly recommended read more

Alberto was a great lawyer and guided us through this whole procedure (which was all new to me ). He was confident and reassuring and he DELIVERED!!! We WON our case and we're completely happy with the results . I strongly recommend this branch to my family and friends !!! Thank you Alberto and Mario read more

My back was up against the wall until I ran into this team of excellent and professional group of people. I had to do only a few things on my part and they did all the rest. If I had to use this firm again I will and I would refer them to everyone. Awesome job DIANA (attorney) and a special thanks to Mario for the consultations and keep me assured that the LB team knows what your doing. read more

BASTA is amazing and they do what they say there going to. Definitely felt like i made the right decision having them defend me against my old landlord. read more

My husband and I lived on a property in a back house for four years, when a greedy real estate developer bought it, wanted to "Flip" it and started to remodel. Our lease interfered with his plans, so he threatened to evict us, ignoring our lease. Our Basta Atty, Juan Morales, stopped the UD, encouraged us to fight back and made the developer pay thousands for our months of being threatened. In the end Atty Morales made him pay a good settlement along with our relocation expenses. We are happy and so grateful. read more

I recommend anyone in search of help with a eviction to come to Basta and Ask for Albert Munoz, He is amazing we came to Basta to 2 days before our unlawful detainer trial and on short notice Mr.Munoz took our case. From day one he made us feel at ease he was so knowledgeable everything he said and recommended we got.. He fought for us and went above and beyond for us.. He was cool calm and collective always and his brilliance gave us great confidence and we no longer sat up nights worrying if we would not have a place to live or a eviction on our records! We trusted him and God ofc and we got the best amazing outcome we could had ever imagine .. No judgment and everything was in our favor! Thank you Albert Munoz sincerely from two people who will never forget what you did for us . YOU helped us restored our faith in justice when we were receiving a injustice against us at our place of living. IF anyone feels their owner or landlord or property management is doing a injustice to you , don't stress or hesitate Call Basta and Ask for Albert Munoz you be so happy you did... Sincerely yours, Cynthia and Jason read more

They were so awesome and helpful. Mario got straight to business, explained everything in detail and Mathis was amazing! Very happy with how they handles things, and got a great outcome!! Thanks so much you guys once again! read more

Great company doing great things for people in need! We need more businesses like BASTA that help prevent homelessness! Alberto was a great help and I definitely recommend him! read more

Basta is amazing. They're friendly, kind, and get down to business. They helped me when our landlords pulled some terribleness and i can'tthank them enough. Alberto is thr BEST!!! Not afraid to go to trial and knows his shit for sure. read more

I cannot say enough good about BASTA! Alberto is a breath of fresh air. He took my next-day court date and not only won, but got me a little bonus I wasn't expecting. Personable, patient, and really took the time to break everything down in a way that was clear, concise, and left me feeling well informed. Definitely go see Alberto! read more

Danny worked tirelessly on my and my fellow tenants' behalf to win a large case involving illegally divided apartment units. In addition - everyone I've been in contact with within BASTA has been and continue to be a pleasure to work with - especially Sidia. I highly recommend, and I will continue to spread the good word regarding this company. read more

I received an unlawful eviction notice! Feeling very confused, I called my landlord to try to figure out what was going on or how I can fix any misunderstandings. The landlord was completely rude and unwilling to return any of my phone calls, I went down to Basta in Long Beach and their performance was nothing short of a miracle. I really can't thank you guys enough!! read more

Very professional! Help us out so much! And knew exactly what they where doing! I'm so happy with the outcome couldn't of ask for more! Thank you Alberto once again I appreciate all your help! Will strongly recommended BASTA to everyone! read more

I've been organizing renters in Long Beach for over 5 years now. Since BASTA, Inc. came back on the scene late last year, we have been able to work collaboratively to get renters a strong and aggressive defense against the greedy, and in many cases, SLUM-lords. Alberto Munoz & his staff Mario Sanchez provide effective eviction defense for our renters that need someone to FIGHT FOR THEM! Everyone we've referred to BASTA has had some level of VICTORY which they otherwise would not have, had they not been represented. They are LOWEST COST eviction defense attorneys, AND he actually knows what he is doing. I've learned a lot working along side them. Alberto Munoz is motivated and has been described by some of our renters as a "Pit Bull" in the courtroom. We need more attorneys like him that aren't afraid to FIGHT LANDLORDS and DEFEND RENTERS! Long Beach is lucky to have them! When we FIGHT...We WIN!!! read more

BASTA is a great non-profit organization. They are very efficient in the work that they do. Veronica and Mario helped me with my unlawful detainer against my very unreasonable landlord. As an attorney Veronica knows what she is doing. She knows the right questions to ask while in trial. Mario is great with getting paperwork done to insure your case is heard effectively. Thanks to BASTA I won my case against my crude landlord. I would definitely recommend them for their services. read more

I recommend anyone that's dealing with any kind of evictions!!!!! We got an unlawful detainer. And went straight to Basta spoke to Mr. Alberto Muñoz, and as soon as he seen our paper work he let us know exactly what would happen in court, and let me tell you we are very please!!!! I appreciate everything Mr. Munoz did for me and my family. He's very respectful, friendly, and very professional. read more

Very nice people but they were not able to help me. I was desperate for help but no good. I won't tarnish thier good reputation with one review. However, I feel very let down right now and would like very much to give zero stars. I was referred to Andreas X. Alatorre, someone who used to work here. However, his secretary would not connect me and hung up on my because an eviction process has not started. So I am therefore very pregnant, living in mold, and stuck with no help. read more

Basta helps people fight unlawful evictions. Great organization with a great founder that has been helping people for many years. They don't discriminate against anyone. They help everyone. Plus they speak Spanish. read more