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Protecting Tenant Rights in Santa Clara, One Tenant at a Time

The Law Firm for Tenant Rights fights for the rights of all tenants across California, including Santa Clara. No matter where you live in Santa Clara, our tenant lawyers can assist you. We handle a wide range of cases, such as unlawful evictions, unsafe living conditions, and illegal rent increases.

Our goal is to represent those facing harassment or retaliation from their landlords. You deserve safe and affordable housing, and we are here to protect your rights.

Why Tenants in Santa Clara Trust Us

We represent tenants all across Santa Clara. Some of them have families, some are students, and some are professionals. We believe that everyone deserves safe housing, irrespective of their background. Our team of tenant lawyers protects your rights by enforcing housing laws. 

We understand how tenant-landlord disputes work, and we are here to help you secure compensation if a landlord violates your rights.

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Why You Need a Reliable Eviction Defense

Evictions can be stressful. Whether it is enforcing rent control protections or fighting an unfair eviction notice, you need a strong legal defense. We are here to stand by your side and hold your landlord accountable.

What To Do If a Landlord Refuses to Make Repairs 

Landlords are responsible for providing you with safe and habitable housing. If you’re living under unsafe conditions, such as mold or water damage, you deserve compensation. We are here to hold your landlord accountable if they fail to provide you with the necessary repairs. 

How to Handle Security Deposit Disputes 

Landlords cannot withhold your security deposit without a reason. We can ensure that your landlord refunds your security deposit or provides an itemized list of deductions within the legal timeframe. If not, we will hold the landlord accountable. 

How to Protect Your Privacy 

Matters of privacy are of utmost importance to us. We ensure that your landlord respects your space. If your landlord enters without proper notice or intimidates you, it is illegal. We can take legal action on your behalf to defend your rights.

What to Do If Your Landlord Unlawfully Increases Rent 

Your landlord cannot increase rent beyond the legal limit. We protect you from unfair increases that violate rent control laws and tenant protection laws by taking legal action. 

How to Respond If Utilities Are Cut Off

Landlords who turn off utilities in retaliation are breaking the law. We can take legal action to hold your landlord accountable, and pursue damages on your behalf.

What to Do if You Face Discrimination 

Discrimination is illegal, whether it is based on race, gender, religion, or other protected categories. If you believe your landlord has discriminated against you, you can pursue compensation in court.

What Should I Do If My Landlord Ignores Maintenance Requests? 

Ignoring maintenance requests is a violation of your lease. Failure to make repairs can also lead to the property becoming unsafe. You can document these issues, notify them in writing, and if necessary, take legal action.

Common Questions From Tenants in Santa Clara

Can I stop an unjust eviction in Santa Clara?

Yes, tenants have legal protection against unjust eviction, which you can pursue in court.

What if my rental doesn’t meet safety standards?

It is your landlord’s responsibility to provide you with a safe and habitable space. If they don’t, you can seek compensation.

How do I get my security deposit back?

It is illegal to withhold security deposits. In fact, the landlord must return the security deposit or provide an itemized list of deductions within the given timeframe. If not, you can sue them.

Can my landlord violate my privacy?

No, your rental property is your private space. The landlord cannot enter without giving you proper notice. If they do, you can sue them.

Can landlords retaliate if I report problems?

Retaliation is illegal, and you can sue your landlord for punishing you for reporting a problem, as that’s your right.

What if I face housing discrimination in Santa Clara?

California law protects tenants against discrimination from landlords. You can seek compensation if this happens.

Do you serve tenants across Santa Clara?

Yes, we serve tenants across California, including Santa Clara.

Standing Up to Unfair Landlords

You don’t have to live with harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. At the Law Firm for Tenant Rights, we empower tenants and protect their rights. 

Large property management companies and landlords often take advantage of their tenants because they don’t know their rights, but we are here to change that. We work to level the playing field so tenants across Santa Clara can live in safe and habitable rental properties.

Ready to Fight For Your Rights?

You deserve a home just as much as anyone else, and your landlord cannot take that from you.  Our goal at the Law Firm for Tenant Rights is to educate tenants in Santa Clara and help them recognize and respond to exploitation. 

We protect our clients and provide them with legal representation to help them get justice. Our attorneys specialize in tenant and housing laws. We understand the complexity of housing laws in California so that we can fight for your rights.

If you’re ready to stand up to your landlord, give us a call.