I have been practicing reals estate and business law for over 35 years with a reputation for effective, high quality legal representation.
Named one of the top real estate attorneys in Northern California by Law & Politics and San Francisco Magazines, I have established myself as a leader in the field of leasing, landlord-tenant law and rent control.
Practice areas
Representation of landlords in residential rental disputes (evictions, defense of habitability, discrimination, and wrongful eviction claims) and the representation of landlords and tenants in commercial rental property disputes. Lease drafting and negotiations.
38 years, 10,000 cases
Title, co-ownership, boundary and sales disputes.
38 years, 1,000 cases
Appeals and writs from the California Superior Courts to the Courts of Appeal and petitions for writ review to the California Supreme Court.
38 years, 30 cases
Languages spoken
Mandarin, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1985 | 02/07/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2016 |
Super Lawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2015 |
Super Lawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2014 |
Super Lawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2010 |
SuperLawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2009 |
SuperLawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2008 |
President's Award | San Francisco Apartment Association | 2007 |
SuperLawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2007 |
SuperLawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2006 |
SuperLawyer - Real Estate | San Francisco Magazine and Law & Politics Magazine | 2005 |
AV Rating | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Fried & Williams LLP | 2010 - Present |
Partner | Wiegel & Fried, LLP | 1985 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Alameda County Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Alameda County Bar Association, Real Estate Section | Member | 2007 - Present |
National Apartment Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Los Angeles County Bar - Real Estate Section | Member | 2005 - Present |
Oakland Association of Realtors | Affiliate Member | 2004 - Present |
Rental Housing Association of Northern Alameda County | Member | 2002 - Present |
Professional Property Managers Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
California Apartment Association | Committee Board Member | 1987 - Present |
State Bar of California | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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San Francisco Apartment Association Magazine | Landlording | 2009 |
Rental Housing Magazine | Landlording | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of San Francisco School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1984 |
University of California - Berkeley | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1980 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Realtor Presentation | Foreclosure Laws and Realtor Access to Units | 2011 |
Realtor Presentation | Owner Move In Evictions | 2011 |
Landlords and Property Managers | Security Deposits | 2011 |
RHANAC Tradeshow Legal Panel | Problem Areas for Residential Landlords | 2009 |
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December 21, 2016
Posted by John
December 12, 2016
Johnny Yeh, Real estate Attorney on Jan 20, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've had the pleasure of knowing Clifford through my professional network and have at times turned to him as a sounding board for legal issues. His sharpness of mind and his keen understanding of the law are immediately apparent upon speaking with him, and I've always found his reasoning to be sharp and incisive. By reputation, I know he's one of the most highly regarded landlord-side lawyers in the Bay Area, but, having gotten the chance to know him, I can definitely see why he has that reputation. I can't recommend him more strongly!
Lara Cullinane-Smith, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Dec 28, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clifford is the expert for landlord representation in Oakland. He is very knowledgeable and helpful, and I appreciate the time he takes to help other lawyers with their practices.
Johnny Yeh, Real estate Attorney on Jan 20, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've had the pleasure of knowing Clifford through my professional network and have at times turned to him as a sounding board for legal issues. His sharpness of mind and his keen understanding of the law are immediately apparent upon speaking with him, and I've always found his reasoning to be sharp and incisive. By reputation, I know he's one of the most highly regarded landlord-side lawyers in the Bay Area, but, having gotten the chance to know him, I can definitely see why he has that reputation. I can't recommend him more strongly!
Lara Cullinane-Smith, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Dec 28, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clifford is the expert for landlord representation in Oakland. He is very knowledgeable and helpful, and I appreciate the time he takes to help other lawyers with their practices.
Stanley Lockhart, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Oct 20, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clifford Fried was my Real Property instructor at law school, he has presented landlord-tenant papers at the Alameda County Bar Assoc. Attny Fried comes with the highest recommendation possible, an expert par excellence, a gentleman and a quintessential scholar, willing to lend a firm and reassuring hand to those he works with and those he works for....his clients.
Saul Ferster, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Aug 13, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Clifford Fried is a superb lawyer engaged in the field of landlord/tenant and real estate law, and one of the first people I go to when I need help with a difficult issue. He is extremely intelligent, analytical, and creative, and has a firm grasp of the legal principles of landlord/tenant and real estate law, as well as a pragmatic approach to issue resolution. Mr. Fried is one of only a few attorneys who lead in tackling the legislative barriers frequently enacted against landlords by the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, and in blazing new inroads in the often arcane, convoluted maze of San Francisco’s highly rent-controlled environment. I would enthusiastically recommend him to anyone.
Steven Berlin, Real estate Attorney on Aug 12, 2009
Relationship: Other
I am an administrative law judge and a client of Mr. Fried's. He is an extraordinarily diligent, tenacious, thorough, and talented lawyer. He listens to me as a client and responds to me as a person. He does the difficult research and preparation necessary to achieve the outstanding results that he has already achieved for me. He is at home in the courtroom, both when trying a case to a jury (as he did in my case) and when arguing to a judge. He has good objectivity and can represent and advise people on any side of a case. I endorse him without reservation.
Vincent Malta, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Aug 12, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Clifford has been handling Landlord/Tenant and Real Estate Contract matters for 25 years and has consistently provided us with outstanding service and a superior level of competency.
Daniel Bornstein, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Aug 12, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Clifford is one person I go to for advice when I have a client issue that requires a second opinion. I value his counsel and strategic assessment involving landlord/tenant litigation. Without any reservation whatsoever, I highly recommend him. In fact, at times, I refer clients to him for matters outside the purview of my expertise.
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