Protect Your Real Estate Investments
Expert Legal Solutions for Property Challenges
If you are involved in a real estate dispute, your property rights are at stake.
It's crucial to have a seasoned advocate who can navigate the complexities of real estate law, ensuring your interests are robustly represented and defended. Our firm specializes in real estate litigation, providing you with the guidance and support needed to tackle these challenges confidently.
At every step, we prioritize your needs, working tirelessly to protect your rights. With our expertise and commitment, you can focus on your future, knowing that your real estate interests are in capable hands.
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California Real Estate Disputes
At Windsor PLC, we handle property disputes throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. We assist with a range of real estate cases, including:
Construction defects
Condo and HOA disputes
Commercial landlord tenant issues
Non-disclosure of material defects
Partition actions (e.g., disputes among co-owners)
Our Approach to Real Estate Litigation
We take a strategic approach tailored to the unique circumstances of each real estate case. Key aspects include:
Property Assessment & Legal Analysis
We examine property records, transactions and contracts to build the optimal legal strategy.
Mediation
We leverage alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation when appropriate to efficiently resolve issues out of court. Mediation is often called for in agreements regarding real estate.
Trial Representation
Our real estate trial lawyers are prepared to vigorously defend your property rights in litigation if negotiations fail. We advocate aggressively at trial.
$275,000 Settlement
For client in a deck construction defect and insurance dispute.
$135,00 Settlement
For client in a roofing construction defect and insurance action.
$30,000 Settlement
For client in a dispute with HOA regarding water intrusion.
Why Choose Our Real Estate Litigation Firm?
Property disputes can jeopardize your most valuable assets
Our real estate attorneys focus on safeguarding your property rights and interests at every stage. Contact our office to discuss your situation.
Here’s how we help:
Resolve lease and improvement disputes between landlords and commercial tenants.
Mediate joint ownership and inherited real estate disputes.
Prove construction defects or HOA maintenance failures.
Get you a fair remedy for construction defects.
Vigorously advocate your interests in court when necessary.
Hear from Our Clients and Peers
“Perfect demeanor and temperament for a mediator, very even-keeled, calm, and calming.”
“I have known Jeff for 20 years, and in all of those roles, whether adversary, colleague or confidant, I have witnessed him to be one of the most upstanding individuals I know in terms of his ethics and morality, his competence and thoughtfulness.”
“Fantastic experience! I had the pleasure to be a client of Jeff Windsor's. Not only was Jeff extremely professional and knowledgeable, but he was outstanding in handling my case and seeing me through all roadblocks over the course of several years.”
Have Questions?
How do I know if I need representation in a real estate dispute?
Real estate matters can quickly escalate beyond one’s control without experienced legal guidance. Do not wait until you are served with a lawsuit. Engage an experienced real estate lawyer at the first sign of a potential dispute.
You are served with a lawsuit regarding your property.
You receive a letter threatening legal action over a property issue.
A title report identifies issues that the seller does not remedy.
Boundary, easement, or access issues arise with a neighbor.
Claims of fraud, misrepresentation, or concealment related to a transaction.
Real estate matters can quickly escalate beyond one’s control without experienced legal guidance. Do not wait until you are served with a lawsuit. Engage an experienced real estate lawyer at the first sign of a potential dispute.
My siblings and I inherited our parents’ cabin, and we can't agree on how to manage it. Now what?
Typically, our first goal is to help you resolve issues cooperatively as a family. We can help you explore mediation, buy out options, or an amicable sale of the property. But sometimes that becomes impossible, and legal action is the only way forward. Some owners opt to file a partition lawsuit requesting a court-ordered sale or division of the property interest. We handle co-ownership disputes and can help you understand your options.
I run a business, and my landlord isn't maintaining the premises. What can I do?
As a tenant, you have legal rights if your landlord fails to properly maintain the premises. Carefully document issues in writing and take photographs. Send notice requesting repairs under your lease terms. If problems continue, we can help you consider next steps such as withholding rent, terminating the lease, or suing for breach of contract.
What constitutes a “construction defect”?
Construction defects refer to deficiencies or shortcomings in the building, design or construction of real estate improvements like homes or commercial buildings. Construction defect issues may involve soil movement, water intrusion, foundation cracks, environmental issues, underground utilities, and mold, as well as plumbing, electrical and HVAC issues.
We represent owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, construction companies, architects, design professionals and other parties that may be involved in construction defect disputes.
What is “non-disclosure of material defects”?
Non-disclosure of material defects refers to a seller failing to reveal issues or problems that affect the value or desirability of a property. That may include defects like structural damage, foundation cracks, pest infestations, plumbing leaks or environmental hazards. Sellers have a duty to disclose all material facts. Failing to do so can constitute fraud or misrepresentation in some cases. An attorney can help prove non-disclosure and pursue appropriate remedies.