Legal Services
Specialized representation for California tenants in high-stakes disputes with landlords and property management companies.
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No Upfront Fees or Costs for Qualified Cases
Most cases are handled on a "contingency" basis—meaning clients pay nothing unless we win. That means you can access full scope legal representation regardless of your financial situation.
Hybrid Options Available
Clients also have the option to reduce the attorney fee percentage by advancing certain modest upfront case expenses (such as court filing fees and process server fees) or by paying a partial retainer fee for Attorney's initial work—it's an investment in your own case.
About the Attorney
Education
J.D., University of San Diego School of Law
B.A., History, University of California, Los Angeles
Former Prosecutor and Defense Attorney
For over a decade, I tested my trial advocacy skills where stakes are often highest—criminal cases. First as a prosecutor in two District Attorney's Offices, then as the founder of my own criminal defense firm, I handled hundreds of cases annually, was in courtrooms almost daily, tried dozens of cases to jury verdict (where my win rate was nearly perfect as both a prosecutor and defense attorney excluding my first year in practice), and represented clients charged with the most serious of offenses, including murder.
Tenant Rights Civil Litigation & Buyouts
My extensive experience in criminal courtrooms prepared me well for challenges of landlord-tenant litigation. Before opening my own tenant law practice, I served as Trial Counsel at a prominent plaintiff tenants' firm exclusively handling lawsuits against landlords where I represented tenants suffering from severe habitability defects, landlord harassment, constructive and wrongful evictions, discrimination, and other claims. When I opened my tenant practice, I included tenant buyout representation for those tenants who feel stuck in their neglected tenancies or pressured to abandon their homes without proper compensation.
Ari Rief, Esq.
About Rief Legal, P.C.
Statewide Cases
I handle civil cases statewide, focusing on large rent-controlled cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose, and Oakland. Most matters are handled remotely, with travel as needed for trials.
Flexible Remote Meetings
Conveniently book calls or virtual meetings that conveniently fit within your schedule. In-person office appointments are always an option, too.
One Lawyer, Start to Finish
No handoffs to less experienced associates—I handle your case myself, including trial, and limit case volume to provide quality representation and a personalized experience for each client.
