Michael McLaughlin was very helpful with his advice on how to navigate a potential lease issue. He's thoughtful in his approach and explained things in a very clear and easy to understand way. Great experience working with Michael. read more

I can't express how disappointing it was to have worked with Michael McLaughlin. The laziness, the excuses, the constant ignoring of calls and messages. The worst part was the billing. Send a text, I'm going to bill you, reply to an email, I'm going to bill you, stop by to drop something off, I'm going to bill you. If he at least did some legitimate solid legal work, I wouldn't mind as much. However, he did the BARE MINIMUM and ultimately billed me for over $10k. I can see why his previous partner sued and dropped him. Don't ever work with him or this shady law firm. read more

BEST landlord tenant law firm in the Bay Area.

I've known Mike McLaughlin and Isaac Jacobson for many years, and sent eviction clients to them on a number of occasions. I recently became a client with a difficult tenant eviction situation. Mike and Isaac handled everything efficiently, with great caring and humor, and resolved the situation to my huge satisfaction. They got this problem tenant out of my home and my life with an eye on my bottom line and timing needs. I can't recommend them enough. read more

The firm of McLaughlin, Sanchez we highly recommend. Very excellent representation. If we can give a big shout out to Shannon Burkhead. Thank you all read more

I had the best experience here. Michael McLaughlin actually spent time talking to me about my case, understood the issues and gave me advice. I had multiple lawyers talk to me for 10 min and then, said, send me a retainer and I had no idea if they could help me. Michael was so different. I had horrible experiences talking to lawyers for my case, but Michael, was just super. Highly recommend. Absolutely talk to him! read more

I called with a fairly simple legal question regarding a new tenant in my building. I spoke with Angelica, the office manager, who listened to the question and promised that a lawyer would call me back. Within an hour, Isaac Jacobson gave me a ring. As I said, it was a simple question, but he answered it thoroughly in 5 minutes. When I offered to pay him for his time, he said, "No, that's ok. This was an easy question. Just remember us in the future when you have a real problem." I will. I thought they were informed, helpful lawyers - obviously not too obsessed with running up their clock. read more

I was extremely unhappy with the representation I received from Johnny Yeh regarding a Homeowner Association Dispute. I ended our relationship after discussion with him about the issues I was having with him over billable hours and the manner in which he was handling my case. I then relaying the details of our interaction here on Yelp. I immediately started received correspondence from Johnny in which he said he was going to initiate legal action against me if I didn't remove the review completely. Which I did, eventually out of fear because any lawyer, representing himself is a daunting foe for an ordinary person. read more

Michael I my go to for anything pertaining to anything from Landlord - Tenant to Airbnb. Ethical Honest and super smart!

I had a very problematic situation arise with a subtenant that required legal assistance to find a resolution. Without going into detail, Michael and Johnny were able to navigate a highly stressful situation on my behalf showing a thorough knowledge of law and procedure. The both exhibit professionalism and integrity and were able to reach a resolution that satisfied my needs that was respectful to both sides. Should I need further real estate law services in the future, I wouldn't hesitate to reach out. read more

I applaud Isaac Jacobson for being so informative and helpful. If you are like me and have never been exposed to courts and lawsuits (and prefer to stay that away) but yet find yourself in the middle of it all, Isaac is your go to. While my conversation has only been with him, I can also confidently say the firm is great too because of Isaac. I wish Isaac and the firm much success in their endeavors. read more

As a Realtor in the Bay Area, knowing a good attorney who can help my clients (and me) navigate the complicated world of real estate law and disputes is very important. What continually impresses me about Isaac Jacobson is how calm, compassionate, and genuinely curious he is. He is efficient and professional while staying attentive and understanding of the fact that these things can be so stressful for the person involved. Isaac Jacobson is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend this firm! read more

My husband and I are basically accidental landlords. We needed help with a tenant who we had let slide with nonpayment for far too long. Andres walked us through the process and took care of EVERYTHING. Andres and his staff were responsive and even when we dropped the ball in a couple of instances, they gave us gentle nudges to get them the documentation and signatures they need. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Andres! read more

Finally Lawyer's you can trust. Michael and Johnny were extremely knowledgeable and helpful to my husband and I. We are landlords and was faced with a difficult and stressful situation with a tenant. We felt assured thanks to their guidance that the situation was handled correctly and it was. They were responsive, efficient and a pleasure to work with. After dealing with other lawyers, I can safely say that none of them have been as responsive, meticulous and genuinely fair as the law offices of McLaughlin and Yeh. I highly recommend them both. read more

Michael was a huge help to me when I was suddenly faced with a tenant issue. He worked with me to understand the situation and to really understand each of my options. He was always available, usually responding to me immediately, even on the weekends. Once the tenant issue was resolved I found myself in another complicated situation with the sale of my condo. without missing a beat, Michael and his team started working with me to resolve that situation. Both of these situations were extremely stressful and involved a lot of money. Michael made me feel very comfortable and confident with each situation and was an invaluable resource. I cant recommend Michael and his team more. They helped me achieve multiple successful outcomes and were also very nice and understanding when I needed it! read more

Michael McLaughlin is the best advisor you can retain when you have a landlord/tenant matter. 2 years ago I hired Michael to assist me with a sensitive matter involving my family. One relative was renting from another and the tenent relative was not living up to their obligations. It was a mess that threatened not just to blow up into a legal matter but to blow up with family. Michael provided expert guidence that allowed us to defuse the problem without litigation and without family drama. Both relatives have since passed on and so now I can publicly acknowledge Michael and his great work. read more

Isaac is a great attorney. Professional, prompt and very knowledgeable. Angelica at the reception is also very friendly and helpful. This law firm is highly recommended. read more

Andrés is very knowledgeable and was able to resolve my matter with the result that I am very happy with. I wanted to move into my house but it was rented out. Tenants did not want negotiate so I decided to look for a lawyer. After speaking with a few attorneys, I felt Andrés would be best fitted to help me in my situation. He helped me with the OMI case and of course there were a few curve balls along the way but he was able to handle them without breaking a sweat. What I learned from my case is that if you're looking for an attorney, look for one that specializes in that particular field. If you're a landlord / property owner and in need of representation, look no further! read more

Andres has to be one of the most experienced and capable real estate attorneys in San Francisco and Oakland. I can't fully express how much I respect him, and how much I have come to depend on him in managing our Oakland rental business. He has handled five matters for us up to this point--each was different, and each was resolved with a good outcome. Andres has a deep understanding of local landlord-tenant law, which is essential in a jurisdiction like Oakland, where tenants have many protections and any mistake can cost a landlord the case. He has been consistently excellent in helping us to understand our options in dealing with problem tenants, and he has been equally effective at developing and executing winning legal strategies that are tailored to the unique facts of each case. I've been especially impressed by his breadth of experience, and his ability to adapt to circumstances as they change. He's handled a few non-payment matters for us, but also a very difficult nuisance case and a commercial lease termination. He acts with high integrity, but he also knows every tool available to him, and he's willing to use them in order to win a case or reach a fair settlement. Beyond this, he's a student of human nature, and he understands that every successful case is part legal strategy and part tenant psychology. He's simply outstanding at knowing how and when to approach tenants with a settlement offer (always better than taking your chances in court, even when you're in the right), and I've seen him do this several times now with some of the most difficult people I've ever known. Earlier in our relationship, I was reluctant to reach out for fear of running up the legal bill. After a few missteps (one of them costly), I got over this fast. Now, I try to consult with Andres as soon as I see trouble coming, and this has been the best way to go. Oakland can be a great rental market, but you have to be at the top of your game at all times, and Andres has helped us to do this. He's the best. read more

Working closely with McLaughlin Yeh, LLP for a couple of years and a number of issues I can honestly say that they are thorough and efficient. It's evident they take their time to make sure that your case is strong when presented to the judge and your documents are filed timely and correctly. I would never hesitate to recommend them to handle your landlord legal issues. read more

I contacted Michael McLaughlin last month for a consultation based on his excellent reviews, regarding some questions I had about landlord rights and responsibilities. Michael was extremely knowledgeable, honest, and straightforward in explaining the law and my options. He spent a good deal of time with me and I came out of the consultation feeling confident and very satisfied with my experience. I would highly recommend contacting him with any landlord/tenant matters. read more

We hired McLaughlin Yeh to assist us through multiple landlord/tenant matters. Michael's professionalism and years of relevant experience made us feel confident and at ease. We achieved an exceptional outcome in the end, thanks to Michael and his outstanding paralegal Angelica. Highly recommended. read more

Andres Sanchez quickly resolved a difficult problem my wife and i had with a special needs relative living in our home who refused to leave. It became impossible for us to continue seeing to this relative's many special needs. Over a year we were unsuccessful trying to remove/relocate our relative as her health and quality of life steadily worsened. Andres knew exactly what to, and did. I'm confident that it was the manner in which he communicated directly with social workers that made this a win for everyone involved! read more

I can't say enough good things about my experience working with Michael. If you need a Landlord Attorney, he's your guy. As a new homeowner, the idea of evicting a tenant in SF was daunting and filled with many potential pitfalls. Michael efficiently walked me through the eviction process, alerted me to potential roadblocks ahead of time, and was highly responsive at all points throughout. He was flexible and willing to adjust to come up with alternative solutions so that I felt as comfortable as possible during the eviction. Oh, and to top it off, he's got a great sense of humor. read more

I have referred many SF landlords to this firm. They have helped numerous referrals to achieve the results they were looking for, whether it was to evict a problem tenant or simply advise about the stringent rent ordinances in SF. I have nothing but the highest regard for them. I highly recommend them. read more

Mclaughlin yeh has the best legal service i have experienced. Issac Jacobson has always been there for me and does his job at a very fast pace. I wouldn't have gone through our case without them. read more

Michael has helped me to resolve a conflict with a lodger that didn't want to move out. He was able to negotiate with a very 'hard' and problematic person and create a settlement statement that was accepted by the lodger and she moved out in less than 7 days. Thanks to his professionalism we're celebrating Christmas in a peaceful and relaxing environment again. I would definitely recommend Michael as an expert in landlord-tenant law. read more

I am writing this review with the upmost sincerity. I was in a horrible situation with so many complicated issues. I contacted these folks and I can't say enough about their professionalism. Andres Sanchez was patient and understanding and pretty much did the impossible for me. I am so grateful for the hard work and diligence of Andres Sanchez. The process was difficult, but to have someone like him in my corner we were able to make it all work. I know there are hundreds of lawyers out there, trust me when I say that he is the best. Thanks for helping me get things in my life back on track. read more

I have the privilege of having Michael McLaughlin as my attorney for my real estate disputes and highly recommend him to anyone as he provided excellent client services. I was involved in a landlord-tenant dispute, where our tenant needed to get evicted for non-payment of rent/utilities, in addition to a breach of contract claim. Thanks to his expertise and prowess, my case not only saw the light of day, but was won. Justice was served. His dedication, his attention to detail and diligence made this all possible. Michael and his staff believed in me and my situation, and did not leave my side, but remained steadfast through it all, even when it did not look promising. I had a wonderful experience working with Michael and his team. What I enjoyed the most about Michael, is that he is a passionate attorney who really cares about his clients. I appreciated his expertise in the practice area and was always prompt and responsive to my emails/calls. I respect his work ethic and honesty. I would definitely recommend this firm, McLaughlin Sanchez LLP, and Michael to others who is searching for a great real estate attorney. read more

Worked with Andres Sanchez for a tenant eviction. Pleasure to work with, responded fast and was always available. Andres and the firm is very knowledgeable in tenant/renter law. I had a problem tenant that needed to be removed because that tenant was a health hazard to herself as well as to other tenants in the building. Throughout the process, Andres consulted me every step of the way and layed out a plan and came to a resolution quickly. His support staff of paralegals and other lawyers were were helpful and professionally sound as well. Really pleased with the outcome and definetly will want Andres to represent me again if needed. read more

Michael Mclaughlin showed my Brother and I he has the experience.He took on my Brother Child Support Case back in Maryland.He put in the work and we got our case solved ,but we could have not done this without Michael"s Help! He knows the Law and will Fight for you ,no Matter What! I would recommend Michael Mclaughlin ...He will listen and work hard! Thanks Michael you are the Best! Mark Miller ,and John Miller.... read more

If you're in need of an attorney, you're stressed out enough already. Working with Michael McLaughlin put my mind at ease and let me sleep peacefully at night. I recently consulted with McLaughlin Yeh regarding a small business dispute. From the very first moment, Michael McLaughlin walked me through the steps of uncovering all the details of the situation, organizing them into their legal relevance and providing a succinct overview in just one call. He took a potentially complex legal tangle and put it in smart, direct context immediately. Michael was both knowledgeable and friendly and felt like a true partner on my team. By the end of the consultation I had all the answers to my questions and a clear path forward. If you're looking for professional, experienced and detail-oriented results - all with the human touch - then look no further. I now have McLaughlin Yeh on speed-dial. read more

Johnny Yeh is easily one of the most thorough, professional and detail-oriented attorneys that I have had the pleasure to know. A keen instinct for sound legal reasoning supported by a solid subject matter knowledge combine to make Mr. Yeh a reassuring, reliable and confident attorney. He also always has a smile on his face and a positive outlook; truly a delight to work with. I have no reservations whatsoever in recommending Mr. Yeh to anyone who might his require legal services. read more

I needed consultation on a potential buying a property in San Francisco, we have limited knowledge with the law in SF. Michael McLaughlin was very knowledgeable and generous with his time and his advise was to our benefit. I for sure will go back him for legal matters. Definitely will refer our friends. read more

I hired Michael and Johnny to resolve a nasty complex tenant issue and found them to be highly effective, professional and available even on weekends! They are very hard working and a great partner for any landlord . read more

I had the opportunity to work with Andres Sanchez for a period of over 1 year. He was excellent! Despite my numerous questions, he was always patient and provided detailed explanations. He is very knowledgeable regarding Landlord/Tenant laws and always responded in a professional and timely manner. Luckily, the situation I had with my difficult tenants, recently was successfully resolved without litigation! Andres utilized great strategies for us to reach this successful result. If you need a wonderful lawyer, he's the one to contact! Thanks again, Andres, for all your help! read more

As a landlord with a small portfolio of residential properties I have been fortunate to not require the need for an attorney until recently. After a dispute with a neighboring property owner I contacted McLaughlin Yeh for help. Michael and Johnny negotiated a settlement agreement on my behalf that not only achieved my #1 objective but also monetary compensation. Johnny and Michael spent time explaining the strengths and weaknesses of my situation and proceeded strategically to resolve it to my advantage. Their patience in guiding me through unknown territory and their effective team work helped to resolve my situation faster than I had expected. I would not hesitate to contact Michael and Johnny again should I ever need legal assistance. read more

We have been working with Michael on different projects for over 4 years or so. Michael is an awesome person with an amazing heart. He is also one of the best landlord tenant litigators in the Bay Area. When we have referred our clients to Michael in the past, they have always raved about the results Michael obtained for them. If you are a landlord and you are facing a tenant related issue, Michael is your go to attorney. Two thumbs up! read more

Michael is the best! I was nervous about dealing with a rental in San Francisco because the city notoriously favors renters and I was afraid of accidentally making a mistake. Well, it's a good thing I met with Michael. There were a few things that I would have thought would be no big deals, but after talking to Michael, I found out they would have been violations of the rent ordinance. He covered so much in our meeting. My mind is at ease and I know that I'm following the law. Whew. A huge load off my mind. read more

I worked with Isaac Jacobson for only a short amount of time but was very impressed by his knowledge, professionalism, and compassion making me feel at ease. Anything legal seems pretty scary, but he was able to assuage many of my fears and help me find a resolution very quickly. read more