The Law Offices of Bornstein & Bornstein

I wish I would have had a positive experience, but unfortunately I did not. Bornstein & Bornstein was my first choice to address a non paying tenant situation and I was really glad that I got a consult in a timely manner. I did not work with Daniel Bornstein after the initial telephone consultation, as my case was assigned to Daniel Cheung.
Between September of 2015 to December 2015 my case was a continuing situation of one thing after another (miscommunication, re-​noticing, wrong addresses and paperwork corrections). The overall sense I have come away with is having to expend a lot of energy staying on top of my case, keep things on track and keep myself informed.
My prior tenant defaulted on our payment agreement in March of 2016 and I have been unable to get a response as to what my next step should be now. I am tired of chasing down simple information.

Daniel Bornstein and his team are top notch handling every aspect of property law in the Bay Area. Considering they are one of the toughest and roughest players in the game these reviews show just how remarkable of a job they do for their clients. They have so much experience on all sides of these issues that I can’t imagine many coming close to matching them. I have worked a lot with one of their managers, Jonas Judd. He has an incredible wealth of experience and knowledge about every aspect of landlord and tenant problems. There isn’t much he hasn’t seen and he takes pride in knowing more about managing properties than anybody I have met in the business. He not only gets the issues, but understands the best approach to take to get them resolved successfully.

Erika was very nice and friendly. I needed a Spanish interpreter for a tenant and she was incredibly helpful and patient. Everything went smoothly and it would not have been possible without Erika!

Thank you for your response and offer, Mr Bornstein, but due to your office nonresponsiveness, we had to go with another lawyer.

We had a complex tenant situation with tenants rotating, lifetime leases involved due to TIC condo conversion, etc. Often times, the challenge with these situations is not only knowing what to do, but how do you go about doing it (e.g. how do you bring in someone as a subsequent occupant versus a tenant).
After some initial confusion, Daniel was able to answer all our questions and provide us details on how to go about our situation. We hope to be able to resolve our situation easily.

As a Realtor in San Francisco, I am frequently asked for referrals to landlord/​tenant attorneys. Daniel Bornstein is my ‘go-​to’ source for any legal question, big or small. He’s approachable, friendly, and knows how to get things done. Often my clients will submit quick questions & he’s responsive & helpful in determining whether legal procedures are necessary or not. Daniel is frequently a guest speaker for our Association and gives public legal seminars regarding SF’s tricky eviction procedures, TIC/​condo conversion processes & basic landlord/​tenant issues. He knows his stuff & is an expert in his field.

I tried to handle a situation with a tenant myself and was getting very frustrated. Then I tried working with an attorney in Alameda County who came highly recommended but was very rude to me and not very helpful. Finally, I asked an attorney who represents tenants and that attorney told me that Daniel Bornstein is the best — fair to tenants and effective for landlords. Daniel told me exactly what to do. He helped me understand my responsibilities as a landlord and my rights. He negotiated a fair settlement with my tenant’s attorney. His fees were minimal because his strategy and approach worked. I highly recommend him.
Recently a friend of mine inherited a San Francisco property. The tenant was outrageous and trying to take advantage of her. I referred her to Daniel Bornstein. She has now reported to me that he did great work. She is able to manage the situation, stop the abuse of process, and sell the building to a family that needs it.
Daniel is the best! He is ethical and tough. He knows how to negotiate a win/​win solution to landlord tenant disputes.

Daniel Bornstein is the ABSOLUTE BEST! He is timely, concise, effective and a pleasure to work with. He took my unique subtenant nuisance case and resolved it in 14 days. He knows this area of law from top to bottom and is the definition of an expert.
A few weeks later after our case was closed, Daniel also helped us with an unfair eviction motion filed by my current property management company. He quickly identified the falsities and put together a plan for me. Everything he helped me with resolved in my favor.
I respect his tenacity and passion and would recommend him to anyone with an issue in this area of law. He and his team are rockstars!

After an email introduction from my trusted real estate agent, Daniel quickly responded with an explanation of my obligations as a landlord. He was insightful, to the point and summarized my options going forward. What a comfort and relief to have him as a resource! He will be my go to person for legal assistance with my rental property! Loved his quick response time.

Being a landlord in SF is a bit like being a registered sex offender: everyone hates you! As if the volcanic explosion in real estate prices were the fault of landlords and not, say, the fact that the city isn’t building enough affordable housing! It’s like owning a property is a crime!
Which is where Daniel Bornstein comes in. There’s so much animosity and so many crazy laws and regulations yadda yadda yadda, that you, as a landlord, need legal counsel to protect yourself. Daniel B. is smart, calm, and possesses a voluminous knowledge of landlord/​tenant law, real property law, city codes. He knows everything. I found out about him through a free seminar at Fort Mason, which was super helpful. It’s so complicated now, more than even 10 years ago, and SF tenant laws are tough, so I don’t feel like I can just wing it anymore.

I just had a great interaction with Daniel of Bornstein & Bornstein. He replied immediately to my initial contact and responded very quickly all along. I am having an issue regarding our rental unit and greatly appreciate his advice and work.

Bornstein & Bornstein are true counselors in both senses of the word: they are adept practitioners of their legal speciality and also confidants who provide sound advice that extends beyond the courtroom. B&B is in business to be profitable, of course, but Daniel Bornstein manages this with an eye toward his client and not just on his pocketbook.
B&B took a case involving residency claims stemming from a failed roommate situation. It was a complicated matter with plenty of gray area, but Daniel worked through the nuances, explained the strengths and weaknesses as well as the financial risks in a straightforward manner, and pursued the case in a manner designed to limit the cost while still achieving a favorable outcome.
The result of Daniel’s work was more than satisfactory and exceeded all expectations. If you need real, down-​to-​earth, assertive, and effective legal representation in the area of property or tenancy law, Bornstein &Bornstein is a stellar option.

I have been a client for over 8 years now working with Daniel and his firm is simple they are reasonable and highly competent and most importantly they get the job done with no fuss.
I highly recommend them.
Arman

Daniel seems to have written the book on how to engage in a successful tenant eviction process — and in a way that ended up being mutually convenable and friendly to all parties involved. He coached us through the process and guided us in a way in which we we were able to reach a good conclusion with the tenants of our newly purchased home. If you have a half a heart, pitching someone from the home they’ve occupied for many years is never easy. We appreciate Daniel’s support in making it as painless for all involved as possible — and in a way that was also economical for us, both in terms of his fees and the size of the settlement we ultimately reached.

I’m a real estate agent in San Francisco, and when my clients have questions about landlord tenant issues, Daniel Bornstein is always the one I turn to. Noone understands the complex, ever changing laws the way he does. Besides being knowledgeable, he is also incredibly responsive. In a business where reaching a lawyer can take days, he is always quick to take the time to provide thorough, proactive solutions. Lastly, I appreciate how straightforward and businesslike he always is. I’d highly recommend him to anyone who needs counsel regarding the intricacies of landlord tenant law.

Daniel Bornstein’s service is truly indispensable! Being a property owner in San Francisco is frightening: tenant/​landlord law is complex, constantly changing, and comprehensively stacked against landlords!
When we needed to recover a rental unit for our own use, we were very unsure how to go about the process and were very concerned about making a wrong move. We read reviews and talked to other landlord attorneys in San Francisco, but after talking to Mr. Daniel Bornstein, I was confident he is best for the job, and I was right. Mr. Bornstein was the only attorney who pointed out to me that I can do a relative-​move-​in and not a owner-​move-​in. Mr. Bornstein helped us negotiated a complicated buy-​out with our tenant, and Mr. Bornstein was there to guide us every step of the way. I was very impressed with Mr. Bornstein’s knowledge and efficiency in this entire process. The buy-​out process went smoothly, and Mr. Bornstein’s fee was VERY reasonable!
Subsequently, I have attended many of the free seminars that Mr. Bornstein/​Bay Property Group hosts. I think every landlord in San Francisco should be attending these seminars because they are invaluable!

Mr. Bornstein is true advocate for San Francisco landlords, and I highly recommend his service.

Daniel Bornstein is a life saver! We came to him in despair after having a bad experience with a very pricey and ineffective attorney (that’s for another review). Daniel Bornstein is an expert on San Francisco rent laws. He is very direct and will not waste your time. His knowledge, precision, and confidence is solid and he made us feel at ease during a difficult situation. He is also very aggressive when it comes to litigation. You want this guy on your side! We trust Daniel completely and are so thankful to have found him! He is the only property attorney we will ever go to.

As a real estate professional a rapid response is extremely important. Daniel Bornstein delivers at lighting speed with confidence & accuracy every time.
Time is of the essence!

I have spoken to Daniel Bornstein regarding three matters (one of which handled by another attorney). Communication is concise and effective (which is great when you are paying $ 380 per hour). I like dealing with him (and his firm), because I can lay out the situation and he’ll fire back a course of action. Since I’ve been around the block with quite a few landlord-​tenant disputes, I don’t need the hand holding some of the negative reviewers are looking for. For those looking for a little more guidance, I recommend you schedule time to speak with Daniel Cheung (at Bornstein & Bornstein). He is very knowledgeable and patient when it comes to explaining step-​by-​step procedures.
If you are just looking to reach someone, I suggest that you send them an email first. Then, follow-​up with a phone call. I know from personal experience, it’s not the easiest to get a hold of an attorney there. However, they always respond within a day.
I have previously engaged the services of Jeff Woo, Shauna Matlin, Steven MacDonald, Karen Uchiyama, and other landlord attorneys. They all have different styles and their individual strengths, but I have found that Daniel has the best balance of professionalism, knowledge, and the aggressiveness necessary to fight these type of battles.
I highly recommend them for landlord representation.

As a new homeowner in San Francisco, we faced a complicated situation with a tenant.
Daniel has been patient, thorough, and extremely informative in both of our consultations with him.
He’s interested solely in what is in our own best interests, even if that results in a much lower fee to his firm.
I’m quite impressed with him: his vast knowledge of San Francisco real estate law and his patient and careful explanations of all options and the relative risks and rewards of each strategy.
I would highly recommend Daniel to anyone facing an issue related to San Francisco real estate law: tenant or landlord. He’s a guy you want on your side.