Alexander Michael Merchant

Alexander Michael Merchant

also known as Alex Merchant

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 18 years

Landlord or tenant Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant

870 Market Street, Suite 1140, San Francisco, CA

About Alexander

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Landlord or Tenant 100%

We only represent tenants in disputes with their landlords. We never represent landlords.

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

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Location

Elke & Merchant LLP

870 Market Street, Suite 1140, San Francisco, CA, 94102

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Alexander Michael Merchant's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Skilled, responsive, and compassionate

Alex helped negotiate a settlement with my landlord over inhabitable conditions. My landlord had hired one of the top attorneys known for playing hardball. Alex was always kind and patient with me as I went through the year-long emotional roller coaster. He was transparent with the reasoning behind h...is advice, so I felt better empowered to make my decisions. Alex's skills ended up getting me (I kid you not) 10 times the settlement than the landlord had originally offered. Changed my life for the better. Thank you!

Posted by Hale' | March 13, 2014 | Landlord & Tenant

The Best!!!

I was in a bad rental situation where I was getting little to no sleep because of disruptive upstairs neighbors. It was awful and my landlords did little to help the situation. My case turned out to be more complicated and detailed but because of Alex's expertise, perseverance, kindness, and understa...nding the whole process was more bearable. There were a couple times I was ready to throw in the towel because the other lawyer was making so many demands. I am happy to say I stuck it out--thanks to Alex. I couldn't have done it without Alex's support, insight, and knowledge. Alex is thorough and on top of matters. I recommend Alex Merchant highly to anyone dealing with rental/tenant/housing issues. He is knowledgeable and transparent. Alex is great to have on your side. He is awesome! And, the case turned out great for me and my daughter!

Posted by anonymous | November 05, 2013 | Landlord & Tenant

Excellent Attorney

Alex was of great help and support in my unlawful detainer case. My master tenant/landlord had hired a high profile lawyer to evict me. I needed someone very aggressive and charismatic to have a chance to prevail. Alex and Tom Elke were always very prompt to answer my questions. They both attend...ed the settlement conference to great results. I was able to keep my accommodation for two more months and was compensated beyond my expectation. Also my case was successfully resealed with no future penalty. I highly recommend Alex Merchant and his partner Tom Elke. They are very professional, knowledgeable and honest.

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Alexander Michael Merchant's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Semel

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Alex is a top-notch advocate and voice of reason. He is a formidable foe or a respected ally when appropriate."

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Eva Guo

Landlord or tenant lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Alex Merchant. Alex Merchant is the best San Francisco tenant lawyer. I worked with Alex a few years ago, and am really glad we are colleagues and friends. Alex is a passionate and skilled tenant attorney who really cares about people. He recently spent a significant amount of time helping me with a client of mine who is having landlord issues. Alex gave me terrific advice and solid information about how to help my client, and he spent so much time with me even though he has several trials lined up."

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Svetlana Shirinova

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alex is competent, ethical attorney and a very fine man."

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Mikayla Kellogg

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Merchant is an excellent and highly-skilled attorney who obtains exceptional results for his clients. He is passionate about tenants' rights in the Bay Area, and he is well-respected in the legal community. I strongly endorse him."

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Tom Elke

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Alex is an exceptional lawyer and advocate. I am proud and honored that he is my partner. His intelligence, legal knowledge, and ethics are unequaled."

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Eric Lightman

Landlord or tenant lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. See my review for his partner Tom Elke. He and Tom are extremely knowledgeable about the law and I would feel confident having these talented attorneys represent me in any Landlord Tenant matter."

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Adam Gurley

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I needed advice on a issue with my landlord and he got back to me super promptly and gave me good advice."

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David Semel

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Eva Guo

Personal injury lawyer

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Tom Elke

Landlord or tenant lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2016

SuperLawyers Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

SuperLawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Pro Bono Award, Morrison & Foerster LLP

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Elke & Merchant

2012 - 2013

Attorney, Tobener Law Center

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Self Employed Attorney

2007 - 2009

Attorney, Morrison Foerster, LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association

2013 - Present

AIDS Legal Referral Panel

Sample of Legal Cases

DeLucia v. Garvey, SF Sup. Ct. Case No. CGC-15-546015

$420,152 judgment for Plaintiffs after jury verdict

San Francisco Wrongful Eviction Lawsuit (Confidential)

$425,000 Settlement

Williams v. Alain Pinel Realtors, Inc.; SF Sup. Ct Case No. CGC-13-533699

$233,000 Settlement

Davis v. Winner; SF Sup. Ct. Case No. CGC-536196

$300,000 Settlement

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Education

2007

Stanford Univ Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of California - Berkeley

M.A.

2000

Iowa State Univ

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

SFTU Counselor Training

San Francisco Eviction Protection 2.0

2015

SFTU Counselor Training

San Francisco Rental Laws Relating to Roommates

2015

SFTU Counselor Training

San Francisco Eviction Protections

2014

San Francisco Tenants Union Counselor Training

Rent Increases in San Francisco

Publications

2008

Portfolio Media (Law360) Steps To Reduce Risk Of A False Patent Marking Suit

Languages

English

Activity

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