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Daniel Marc Bornstein

also known as Daniel Bornstein, SF Real Estate Attorney
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Daniel Marc Bornstein
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About Daniel

With over 20 years we are committed to ensuring a successful resolution to your SF legal matters!

DANIEL BORNSTEIN; Founding Partner of the Bornstein Law with over 20 years experience handling complicated real estate and civil litigation related disputes.

Areas of expertise:

  • Landlord - Tenant Disputes,
  • Evictions - Unlawful Detainers
  • Litigation - SF Bay Area
  • Property Mangement Issues
  • Broker of Record - Bay Property Group
  • Expert Witness Services
  • Bay Area Real Estate Education - speaker and host
  • San Francisco and Oakland Rent Control expert

Daniel is also broker and Founding Partner of Bay Property Group, one of the Bay Area's premiere property management and real estate purchase/sales agencies. In addition to having successfully resolved countless landlord/tenant disputes, Daniel manages rental property and assists in completing real estate transactions, and is well known for his educational seminars and expert witness testimony. He is a graduate of UC Berkeley School of Law, with specialization in landlord/tenant disputes, civil litigation, property management, and real estate sales. Contact Daniel at [email protected] or visit www.bornstein.law

Practice areas

Residential real estateReal estateLandlord or tenant
  1. Landlord or tenant: 35%

    Property Management Concerns, Landlord/Tenant Litigation, Wrongful Evictions, Habitability Defense, Dept. of Building Inspections/Permit Issues, Section 8/Public Housing Issues, For Cause Evictions throughout the Bay Area, Tenant Buy-out Agreements, CA Renters Law and Tenants Rights

    9 years

  2. Real estate: 35%

    Purchase/Sale Disputes, Real Property Purchase/Sale, Co-owner Disputes

    9 years

  3. Residential real estate: 30%

    Commercial and Residential Leases

    9 years

Languages spoken

English, Spanish, Cantonese

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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive199310/27/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers48
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
Volunteer Appreciation AwardAIDS Legal Referral Panel2010
Hero AwardAIDS Legal Referral Panel2010
The Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal ServicesBoard of Governors of the State Bar of California2000
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Founding PartnerBornstein Law1993 - Present
President, Managing Broker and PrincipalBay Property Group1993 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
East Bay Rental Housing AssociationAssociate Member & PresenterN/A
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Rental HousingEsq. Q & AN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1992
University of MichiganBA - Bachelor of Arts1988
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Special WorkshopSuccessfully Handle Failing Tenant Relationships2012
EBRHA 6th Annual Trade ExpoEvictions: Reality and Prevention2012
Special WorkshopCorrect Usage of Legal Notices2012
Special WorkshopTenants and Taxes2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Chu v. Gormian, SF Superior Court Case #12-642284Client recovered control over his San Francisco rent-controlled unit

Reviews

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5 Star
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Top Notch Attorney

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This is the second time we have used Daniel's services with outstanding results. In my position as a tech executive I interact with a myriad of attorneys in a variety of disciplines. I can say unequivocally Daniel is the best attorney I have come across. Daniel is results driven, forthright, hyper-efficient with funds, works with laser precision and is concise in communication. He makes best use of funds with his client's interests first and foremost. He possesses deep domain expertise, able to synthesize the finer nuances of San Francisco real estate law into a cogent strategy and execute. We trust him implicitly and he operates with the highest ethical standards. Our last case was legally complex and contentious on many levels. We would definitely use Daniel's services in the future and recommend him to clients seeking a top notch attorney.

Exemplary Attorney

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When selecting the right real estate attorney to work with, I was anxious about what I didn't know, navigating precariously the many agencies that are involved in any real estate issue in San Francisco. Daniel has worked with us from the beginning and has every day earned more and more respect, confidence and trust. Having worked with corporate attorneys from New York, Harvard Law, Germany, India, I must say, Daniel is amongst the very best! Engage him, it will be the best decision you will make. He is one of the most valuable resources for any real estate matter in San Francisco, CA.

Very Knowledgable * Excellent Experience!

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I contacted Bornstein & Bornstein yesterday regarding a tenant matter. I was able to speak with someone on the phone and they scheduled an appointment for Dan Bornstein to speak with me the following morning. I had a phone conversation with Daniel Bornstein this morning. I found Daniel personable, knowledgeable and he helped with solutions to my tenant issues. I would highly recommend his law office! I will use him in the future or refer him to friends and family.
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MR. DANIEL BORNSTEIN: TOP NOTCH ATTORNEY

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I contacted Mr. Daniel Bornstein with my concerns that my tenant was subletting my property in violation of our lease agreement. I feared losing all rights to my greatest asset, and truly my only asset, my property. Mr. Bornstein guided me through the legal process with ease. His judicious use of my time and resources was very impressive. He was a tremendous help to me. He has all the qualities one looks for in an attorney: a razor sharp focus, a sound understanding of the law, a swift plan of action, and a sense of fairness to all parties involved.

Helpful Attorney,

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I am a real estate agent in San Francisco and we have complicated landlord/tenant laws. Whenever a client has a need for legal help having to do with tenant issues I immediately recommend them to Daniel Bornstein. Daniel has helped several clients of mine and the clients have been very satisfied with his expertise and representation. Daniel is also a great help in answering questions agents have and answers them quickly and concisely. I highly recommend him.

Did NOT respond to clients

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In order to speak with Daniel, we had to pay in advance $200 for 30 minutes. The meeting only lasted for 15 minutes. He didn't offer much advises and he was in a hurry. I followed up with several emails to proceed, but he never responded. What a waste of time and $200.
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Sarah Condor, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Dec 22, 2016
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Joseph Tobener, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Oct 24, 2014
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Yosef Peretz, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Mar 26, 2013
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Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$300-$380/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card

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