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Welcome to the Law Office of Moustafa Harfoush, your trusted legal partner in the heart of San Francisco. We are dedicated to providing unparalleled legal expertise and personalized solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients in the Bay Area and beyond.
We recognize that each legal matter is unique, and we approach every case with a tailored strategy to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. We understand that legal matters can be stressful, and we strive to make the process as smooth and understandable as possible.
We invite you to explore our website and look forward to working with you.
Areas of Practice
Habitability
California has a broader warranty of habitability than most other states, including a list of very specific requirements for a rental unit to be considered livable. A rental unit must have effective waterproofing and weather protection, plumbing facilities in good working order, heating facilities maintained in good working order, and must be clean and sanitary, free from mold, debris, filth, rodents, and vermin. Damages for breach of warranty of habitability can include return of rent paid, punitive damages (punishing the landlord), payment for physical harm and emotional suffering including anguish, fright, horror, nervousness, grief, anxiety, worry, shock, humiliation, and shame.
Partition
A partition action happens when one co-owner of real property wants to sell but other co-owners do not want to sell their ownership rights. A partition action is a legal proceeding that seeks to divide the jointly-owned property among its owners or, in some cases, force a sale so that the proceeds can be distributed among the co-owners. Disputes commonly arise as to what type of partition may be sought and the process for determining ownership interests. Understanding the nuances of partition lawsuits is crucial, and seeking legal advice early in the process can help navigate the complexities of these legal proceedings.
REAL ESTATE LAW
California real estate law is a complex and extensive area of legal practice that governs various aspects of property transactions, ownership, and use. Navigating the intricate landscape of real estate law requires a seasoned legal team with a deep understanding of the state's unique regulations. We specialize in providing comprehensive legal services for a wide range of real estate matters, ensuring our clients' interests are protected at every step of the process. Our real estate practice includes disclosures and compliance, nuisance, boundary disputes, construction defects, adverse possession, landlord-tenant, property ownership structure, title issues, and more.
estate planning
An estate plan refers to the means by which your estate is preserved during your lifetime and distributed to your loved ones upon passing. It is one of the most thoughtful things you can do for your loved ones. It is also a sobering task and can take some soul-searching. Estate planning is not just for the wealthy or retirees. Things happen to people of all ages, and, in fact, good estate planning is often more impactful for families with modest assets because the loss of time and funds as a result of poor estate planning is more detrimental. Most people do not know where to begin. Well, a phone call to our office is a good start.
