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Best Real Estate Lawyers in Oakland

2020

We scored 208 Real Estate Lawyers in Oakland, CA and Picked the Top 18

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Why These Real Estate Lawyers?

Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Oakland Real Estate Lawyers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

Our Selection Criteria:

1. Availability

Consistently approachable and responsive, so customers never feel ignored.
2. Qualifications

Building customer confidence with licensing, accreditations, and awards.
3. Reputation

A history of delighted customers and outstanding service.
4. Experience

Masters of their craft, based on years of practical experience and education.
5. Professionalism

Providing service with honesty, reliability, and respect.

Last Updated: October 29, 2020

Bishop Law Group, A.P.C.

Bishop Law Group APC has provided legal services in matters related to real property law in Oakland since 2012. The firm represents a broad range of clients, including realtors, brokers, individuals, subcontractors, contractors, businesses, and homeowners associations. Working in residential and commercial law, principal attorney Jonathan Bishop handles foreclosures and short sales. He researches zoning and land use designations and identifies housing and construction defects. Bishop law group also manages landlord and tenant issues.

2033 N Main St Ste 750A
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

(925) 482-0900 Website

David M. Sternberg, Attorney-at-Law

David M. Sternberg, Attorney at Law has practiced real estate law in Oakland and the Bay Area since 1998. The firm offers comprehensive dispute resolution in matters involving neighbor and construction disputes, broker omissions, undisclosed structural defects, liens, and water rights. It represents clients' interests through mediation, arbitration, and litigation and pursues fair compensation for damages. Mr. Sternberg's other practice areas include business, commercial, and bankruptcy law as well as estate planning and probate administration.

319 Lennon Ln Ste A
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

(925) 322-6902 Website

Edward L. Blum, P.C.

Edward L. Blum, P.C. has provided counsel in real estate legal matters since 1972. Serving Oakland and the Bay area, Blum handles residential and commercial real estate transactions. The firm manages the purchase, sale, and lease of properties, including document creation, term negotiation, and financing. Mr. Blum's other practice areas include business formation and transactions as well as mediation. He holds an AV-Preeminent peer-review rating with Martindale-Hubbell for professional ethics and legal knowledge.

1442A Walnut St # 66
Berkeley, CA 94709

(510) 452-4400 Website

Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost LLP

Founded in 2006, Fagen, Friedman & Fulfrost LLP provides legal advice in Oakland and Bay Area real estate matters. Its attorneys litigate matters involving bidding specifications and procedures, eminent domain, and architecture. They review and negotiate all contracts and agreements with an emphasis on implementing sustainability projects and practices. The firm's industries include charter schools, higher education, and all areas of education law. It also represents cases involving eMatters, labor and employment, student services, and special education.

70 Washington St Ste 205
Oakland, CA 94607

(510) 550-8200 Website

Fong Dispute Resolution

Founded in 2004, Fong Dispute Resolution is a real property and business mediation service operated by founding member of Fong & Fong Law Firm. Serving Oakland and the Bay Area, principal attorney Marc Fong provides mediation and arbitration on issues involving real property disputes. He facilitates the opportunity for neutral evaluation and negotiation. The service is also available for resolution in employment and injury cases. Mr. Fong holds an AV-Preeminent peer-review rating with Martindale-Hubbell for legal knowledge and professional ethics.

2161 Harbor Bay Pkwy
Alameda, CA 94502

(510) 748-6800 Website

Fried & Williams LLP

Founded in 2010, Fried & Williams LLP provides legal assistance with Oakland and Bay Area real estate matters. Its attorneys help clients navigate the purchase and sales process by preparing all necessary documentation. They also advise of any considerations, including warranties, failure to disclose, and contingencies. The firm drafts and negotiates commercial leases and counsels clients on possible tenancy issues that may arise. Additionally, Fried & Williams works with clients involved in matters related to foreclosures.

1901 Harrison St Fl 14
Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 625-0100 Website

Jenny and Jenny, LLP

Jenny and Jenny LLP is an eminent domain law firm serving Oakland and the Bay Area. The firm's attorneys represent business owners, families, and individuals in land use disputes involving zoning and property rights. They perform a complete investigation and analysis of the property value to reach a fair settlement for their clients. The firm also mediates and litigates landlord and tenant, easement, and property damage disputes. Additionally, it handles foreclosures and quiet title actions.

736 Ferry St
Martinez, CA 94553

(925) 228-1265 Website

Law Offices of Michael R. Notaro

The Law Offices of Michael R. Notaro has provided legal counsel in Oakland and the Bay Area for more than 20 years. The firm represents individuals, businesses, and developers in real estate matters, including title insurance, land use entitlement, development, and all real estate transactions. Mr. Notaro advises clients in landlord and tenant disputes as well as issues involving property lien removal. He also provides outside real estate counsel for firms requiring additional detail on complex concerns.

2219 Santa Clara Ave
Alameda, CA 94501

(510) 522-2666 Website

Martin APC

Martin APC has provided legal advice in Oakland real estate matters for more than seven years. Managing attorney Kevin Martin assists clients with real estate transactions, due diligence and security agreements, and property and contractual rights protection. Mr. Martin also represents clients involved in real estate disclosure disputes. The firm's other practice areas include intellectual property and business law as well as estate planning and family trusts. Martin APC has successfully litigated cases at the state and federal levels.

1939 Harrison St Ste 910
Oakland, CA 94612

(510) 444-7600 Website

McKenna | Brink | Signorotti LLP

McKenna, Brink, Signorotti LLP provides legal counsel on real estate transactions in Oakland and the Bay Area. Its attorneys advise clients on matters involving commercial leases, acquisitions, high-value residential leases, tax-driven transactions, and property tax issues. In cases requiring litigation, the firm provides practical guidance while navigating the client through each aspect of the process. It manages eminent domain, boundary, lease, and purchase disputes as well as breach of contract claims.

1981 N Broadway Ste 255
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

(925) 433-5448 Website

Methven & Associates

Methven & Associates is a business and real estate law firm serving Oakland and the Bay Area for more than 30 years. The firm's attorneys advise individuals, investors, real estate brokers, and foreclosure consultants on all matters related to contracts and agreements. They provide Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac borrower counsel letters for clients seeking financing and inform investors of possible investment issues. The firm also handles intellectual property law.

2232 6th St
Berkeley, CA 94710

(510) 649-4019 Website

Meyers Nave Riback Silver & Wilson, PLC

Founded in 1986, Meyers, Nave, Riback, Silver & Wilson PLC provides legal services to Oakland and the Bay Area's economic development, real estate, and housing agencies. The firm's attorneys assist public agencies with property acquisition, creative financing, leasing, development, and remediation of hazardous materials. They work with clients on projects that include revitalization of blighted areas and meeting affordable housing needs. The firm is also involved with climate change and green initiatives.

555 12th St Fl 15
Oakland, CA 94607

(510) 808-2000 Website

Mitchell Law Offices

Mitchell Law Offices has provided bilingual legal services to the English and Spanish-speaking community in Oakland and the Bay Area for more than nine years. As an aspect of estate and business planning, principal attorney Doris Mitchell reviews clients' assets, including real property to ensure they reflect the client's ownership interest. She corrects any errors in existing documentation. The firm also reviews purchase agreements and boundary disputes and assists with present or future transfers.

1320 Solano Ave Ste 203
Albany, CA 94706

(510) 525-8282 Website

O'Connor and Associates

Founded in 2006, O'Connor and Associates is a civil litigation law firm serving Oakland and the Bay Area. Its attorneys represent clients in residential and commercial real estate matters, including breach of contract, fraud, and purchase, sale, and brokerage disputes. The firm's other practice areas include protecting creditors' rights in bankruptcy cases as well as labor and employment law. O'Connor and Associates holds a Martindale-Hubbell AV-Preeminent peer-review rating for legal knowledge and professional ethics.

201 Mission St Ste 710
San Francisco, CA 94105

(415) 693-9960 Website

Oles, Morrison, Rinker & Baker LLP

Founded in 1893, Oles, Morrison, Rinker & Baker LLP provides legal counsel to public and private companies in Oakland with offices in Seattle and Anchorage. The firm's attorneys work with owners, developers, and contractors in the preparation and execution of purchase and sales agreements and transactions as well as with the resolution of disputes. Their counsel involves issues related to construction, development, and licensing. The firm conducts due diligence to identify risks in all areas of commercial real estate.

492 9th St Ste 220
Oakland, CA 94607

(510) 903-2001 Website

Sack Rosendin, LLP

Sack Rosendin LLP is an Oakland law firm representing clients' interests in real estate matters for more than 20 years. Providing comprehensive commercial and residential services, the firm represents individuals, contractors, developers, and investment groups. Its attorneys handle financial negotiations and acquisitions, contracts and agreements, and issues related to land development and zoning laws. The firm's other practice areas include business litigation and personal injury defense. Its attorneys are members of the California and U.S. Supreme Court Bar Associations.

1435 Leimert Blvd Ste B
Oakland, CA 94602

(510) 922-0442 Website

Sack Rosendin, LLP Attorneys:

Attorney Names:	Bar Association Status:	Years Of Experience:
Dana Sack - Partner	Active	40
Christopher Dyas - Senior Trial Attorney	Active	38

Individual Attorney Information

Sheldon & Mankin

Sheldon & Mankin has provided legal guidance in Oakland and Bay Area real estate matters for more than 37 years. Its attorneys represent commercial and residential property owners, lenders, borrowers, contractors, brokers, and investors. They handle all financial transactions, including purchases and sales, leases, and foreclosures. Additionally, Sheldon & Mankin handle mediation and litigation when disputes arise. The firm's other practice areas include corporate, commercial, and business law as well as estate planning and probate administration.

1211 Newell Ave Ste 120
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

(925) 935-0300 Website

The Angell Law Firm, P.C.

The Angell Law Firm PC provides legal advice on residential and commercial law matters in Oakland and the Bay Area. The firm's attorneys assist clients with purchase contracts, broker-agent liability, litigation, partition actions, and zoning. They also manage landlord and tenant disputes as well as issues involving boundaries and land use. Angell Law Firm's other practice areas include business and commercial law and civil and probate litigation. Its attorneys are members of the California State Bar Association.

3186 Old Tunnel Rd
Lafayette, CA 94549

(925) 947-2525 Website

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