Gerald Barry Dorfman
I am responsible for all matters handled by my office. Paralegals, law clerks and associates may be utilized in appropriate situations, but the buck stops with me. Intentionally remaining small has enabled me to continue to provide unparalleled personal attention and confidentiality. My clients are the reason I am here, and I work hard for the best results possible. I am honored by the trust placed in me, and strive to maintain it at the highest level. You are entitled to understand the law applicable to your matter and the options available, as well as my best advice. I have served hundreds of satisfied clients over the years and look forward to continuing to serve with determination, skill and integrity.
- Real Estate Law
- Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Arbitration & Mediation
- Business - Arbitration/Mediation, Consumer - Arbitration/Mediation, Family - Arbitration/Mediation
- Appeals & Appellate
- Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
- Elder Law
- Landlord Tenant
- Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights
- Probate
- Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
- Litigation
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Contingent Fees
Contingency fees range from 15% to 45%. These apply to personal injury cases, and select other matters. -
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Regular hourly rate is $500.
- California
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- 9th Circuit
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- Columbia University
- B.A.
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- UC Law SF
- Law Degree
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- California State Bar # 107581
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- Q. Are sliding screen doors not sliding smoothly qualify as wear and tear or tenants financial responsibility to resolve?
- A: It depends on the reason they are not operating as smoothly as when you moved in. If you did something to damage them, such as jamming them into something you left on the track, that would be on you, the tenant. Similarly, if the frame is bent, it would be presumably from misuse. If the wheels have simply worn out from regular use, that would be the landlord's responsibility. The distinction is ordinary wear and tear versus damage.
- Q. What can I do if I am being charge for an accident that never happen?
- A: If it is a debt collector, send them a certified, return receipt letter telling them to cease contacting you. If they sue you, turn it over to your insurance company for them to defend.
- Q. Can my landlord refuse to renew after 18 years so they can lease the space to someone else?
- A: If you have a lease that lasts until April, you can stay until then. Commercial tenancies are not protected like residential tenancies. To truly understand your rights, an attorney would need to consult with you and review your lease.
