California Tenant Law

San Diego Tenant Lawyer

Serving tenants in the San Diego area.

California Tenant Law provides experienced legal representation for tenants throughout San Diego County. Founded by Kenneth H. Carlson, J.D. (CA State Bar #93602) in 1980, our practice exclusively represents tenants facing eviction, security deposit disputes, habitability issues, and landlord harassment.

Our San Diego office serves tenants in Downtown San Diego, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Chula Vista, Oceanside, Escondido, Carlsbad, El Cajon, and all San Diego County communities. Whether you’re facing an urgent eviction notice or need guidance on lease issues, we provide accessible, affordable legal expertise backed by over four decades of California tenant law experience.

Chelsea Cooper

Chelsea Cooper

Associate Attorney

Chelsea Cooper is a dedicated attorney with deep expertise in landlord-tenant law, having successfully resolved issues for over 200 tenants—whether in the courtroom or through strategic negotiation. Chelsea finds the complexities of landlord-tenant law intriguing, as each case offers unique challenges that often intersect with other legal domains.

Guiding tenants through these obstacles is both fulfilling and demanding work. Chelsea’s approach prioritizes tailored legal solutions to meet each client’s specific needs, ensuring San Diego tenants receive personalized representation rather than one-size-fits-all advice.

10089 Willow Creek Rd #200, San Diego, CA 92131

How We Help San Diego Tenants

Eviction defense and unlawful detainer cases
Security deposit recovery under California Civil Code §1950.5
Repair and habitability issues (Civil Code §1942)
Illegal rent increases and rent control questions
Landlord harassment and illegal entry (Civil Code §1954)
Lease review and breaking lease guidance
Retaliation claims under California law

San Diego Areas Served

Our San Diego office represents tenants in: Downtown San Diego, Hillcrest, North Park, South Park, Mission Valley, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, Ocean Beach, Point Loma, Clairemont, Mira Mesa, Scripps Ranch, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Santee, El Cajon, La Mesa, Chula Vista, National City, Imperial Beach, Coronado, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, and all San Diego County communities.

Contact Our San Diego Office

10089 Willow Creek Rd #200, San Diego, CA 92131

Phone: 951-659-1234

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