Rief Legal

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Introduction

I represent TENANTS ONLY, not landlords. Also, I do NOT handle eviction defense in unlawful detainer actions. What I specialize in is representing tenants in separate lawsuits filed against landlords for violations of tenants' rights cases on a contingency fee basis -- in other words: No Win, No Fee. I focus on habitability defects, harassment, and wrongful or constructive evictions. Prior to landlord-tenant law, I was a felony prosecutor and criminal defense attorney for over a decade handling the most serious of cases (from murder to multi-million dollar embezzlement). I won dozens of jury trials, which means you have an experienced trial attorney by your side if your case requires a jury trial (and the leverage to credibly negotiate with insurance companies and landlords, which is how most cases successfully resolve). I offer a No Cost, No Obligation consult. I look forward to hopefully helping you soon. Sincerely, Ari Rief, Esq.

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Hired 34 times

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14 years in business

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Joseph W.

Jan 9, 2017

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Ari Rief is one of the very BEST young Defense lawyers in the San Francisco Bay Area!!!! He is Knowledgeble, Articulate, Witty, and 100% Committed to each one of his clients. He will do whatever research is needed and spend as much time as needed to get his clients the very best judgement possible!! You will be overly pleased with this Defense Attorneys expertise!!!

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Nathaniel A.

Jul 26, 2024

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Answered all my questions in a timely matter thank you so much!!!

Rief Legal's reply

Thanks Nathaniel! I appreciate it.

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Pouya K.

Dec 30, 2022

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Arief is very honest and amazing lawyer , His legal advise for me was exactly correct and he is very kind and loyal person, highly recommended.

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Abe r.

Oct 20, 2016

Linda B.

Oct 26, 2016

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I hired Ari of Rief Legal to help my son with an upcoming court date. Ari was professional and courteous, yet down to earth. Always promptly and completely answered my questions. From the start Ari said his goal was to get the case dismissed (though no guarantee). Goal achieved and, needless to say, we were quite pleased and relieved with the outcome - CASE DISMISSED! Handled to perfection! Thank you Ari!

Criminal Defense Attorney

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License Type: Attorney (CA)

License verified on 7/10/2024

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Ariel Rief

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
No Win. No Fee. In other words, attorney fees are contingent on me first winning your case or securing a settlement. Thumbtack requires I list a fee, so I'm putting $300/hr., but again this is NOT a rate you pay in any way out-of-pocket upfront. Instead, there's simply a percentage split between client/attorney for any settlement or judgment.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
An initial consultation (over the phone, in person at my office, or remotely on Zoom) that is 100% FREE with NO PRESSURE and NO OBLIGATION. There's also no middleman; just me and you. The goal is to help you with straightforward and useful advice and see if it makes sense to work together. Our meeting is 100% confidential.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
EDUCATION J.D., University of San Diego School of Law B.A., University of California, Los Angeles WORK EXPERIENCE (Most relevant & summarized) - Trial Counsel (Tenant Law Group, PC) - lead trial attorney for a tenants' rights firm handling cases throughout California (1 year) - Trial Attorney - Rief Legal (Owner, Private Practice) - (7 years) - Deputy District Attorney for the Amador County District Attorney's Office (3 years) - Deputy District Attorney for the Santa Barbara County District Attorney's Office (1 year) CLERKSHIPS - Twice for the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office - United States Attorney’s Office, Criminal Division, Major Frauds Section (San Diego, CA) - San Diego City Attorney’s Office, Civil Division - Thorsnes Bartolotta McGuire LLP (San Diego, CA) LAW SCHOOL HONORS - "First Place" in three Mock Trial competitions - “Best Closing Argument” Award - “Honors” (top grade) in Negotiations - “Honors” in Lawyering Skills (Legal Research, Writing, and Oral Advocacy) - “Best [Legal] Brief” Award