You Don't Have To Face Your Landlord Alone.

We represent long-term, rent-controlled tenants in the Bay Area and Los Angeles who were harassed, neglected, or forced out of their homes — and we fight to get them what they deserve: justice, peace, and compensation.

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Julia Wobbe, Founder

"I built Wobbe Tenant Law to be the kind of firm I wish more tenants had access to — boutique by design, personal by principle. You won't be passed between attorneys or handed off to staff. You'll work directly with me, on a case I know inside and out. And you won't be rushed toward a settlement that serves anyone but you. These cases are about homes, livelihoods, and dignity. I treat them that way."

150+

Tenant Cases Resolved

$5M+

Recovered for Rent-Controlled Tenants

13 Years+

of Litigation Experience.

What Our Clients Say

After evaluating my circumstance, Julia was able to negotiate a much larger buyout than I would have been comfortable asking for. It gave me great peace of mind to know that I had an experienced professional who specializes in advocating for tenants rights handling all the communications with the owner's lawyers (who specialize in getting tenants out). She kept me informed each step of the way, sending me drafts of letters and reporting on the opposing council's responses. I now have a signed agreement and can turn my attention to the business of moving. I would recommend anyone facing eviction talk to Julia, you really need a pro on your side because landlords certainly do.
- C. Miller, Google Review
I have had the pleasure of working with Julia for the past year and a half, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. When the house my husband and I were renting was sold, and we suddenly found ourselves navigating a difficult situation with a new owner attempting to evict us, Julia was exactly the advocate we needed.
She guided us every step of the way, helping us stand firm and establish clear boundaries with both our previous and current landlords.
What sets Julia apart is not only her legal expertise, but the way she handles every situation with the utmost professionalism and composure. She is incredibly responsive — never leaving us wondering what comes next — and she truly understands how emotionally taxing these situations can be. Her compassion and patience made a stressful experience far more manageable.
If you are looking for strong, dedicated tenant representation, I recommend Wobbe Tenant Law.
- D. Black, Google Review
Fantastic experience with Julia. She took the time to answer my questions and provide guidance and information even when she could not take the case. As a lawyer myself, I can recognize colleagues that go the extra mile and care about clients, Julia is one of them. Thanks, Julia!

- L. Mangiafico, Google Review
Julia was extremely helpful with her advice on how to handle tenant-landlord disputes and how to approach my case. Both my wife and I felt that she cares about her clients on a human level, which is soooo rare in this business. Outstanding experience 🔥

- A. Kulik, Google Review
If you’re stressed, confused, or just need a straight-talking advocate in a housing dispute, Julia is the lawyer you want in your corner. Professional, responsive, and genuinely caring—she turned one of the scariest, and stressful moments of our lives into a solvable problem.

- V. Simovski, Google Review
Julia was incredibly helpful and professional throughout our consultation. She took the time to answer all of my questions clearly and thoroughly, making sure I fully understood every aspect. What stood out the most was how she went above and beyond—providing guidance and support that exceeded my expectations. I truly appreciate her dedication and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal assistance.

- S.Gholami, Google Review
We were pleased and satisfied with the work Julia provided during a very stressful/difficult time for my family. We were dealing with an overzealous landlord who did not understand the law, and Julia was the advocate we needed. She successfully secured us the additional time we required and navigated us through every step of the legal process.
Julia was highly communicative throughout the entire engagement. Her expertise turned a high-stress situation into a resolved case with a favorable outcome. We would recommend her services to any tenant needing knowledgeable and dedicated legal representation.
- S. Akasapu, Google Review

Our Practice Areas

Wrongful Eviction

Losing your home is one of the most destabilizing things that can happen to a person — especially when the eviction was never lawful to begin with. We represent tenants facing illegal notices, fraudulent owner move-ins, pressure to vacate, and constructive evictions disguised as neglect. Whether you're still in your home or already out, California law may entitle you to stay, return, or recover substantial damages.

Tenant Harassment

Landlord harassment is more than frustrating — it's frightening, exhausting, and illegal. We represent tenants facing threats, illegal entries, utility shut-offs, intimidation, and pressure campaigns designed to force them out. California law gives you real protections, and we make sure your landlord answers for what they've done.

Habitability

Every tenant has the right to a safe, livable home. When landlords ignore leaks, pests, mold, or structural hazards, we hold them accountable — and recover compensation for the time you spent living with conditions you should never have had to endure.

Sexual Harassment

No one should ever feel unsafe in their own home. Sexual harassment by a landlord or property manager — unwanted advances, inappropriate comments, or pressure to exchange sexual favors for rent, repairs, or the right to stay — violates both California and federal law. We handle these cases with discretion and care, and we make sure landlords are held fully accountable.

Tenant Buyout Negotiations

A buyout offer isn't just a number — it's a decision about your home, your stability, and your next chapter. We represent long-term tenants in buyout negotiations across San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, and Los Angeles, where local ordinances give tenants specific rights and landlords specific obligations. Whether you want to stay, leave on the right terms, or simply understand what your tenancy is worth, we'll help you make the decision with clear information and real leverage.

Housing Discrimination

If something about how your landlord has treated you feels wrong — but you can't quite name it — it may be discrimination. California and federal law protect tenants from unequal treatment based on race, national origin, disability, familial status, gender, sexual orientation, source of income, and more. We help tenants recognize when a landlord has crossed the legal line, and hold them accountable when they have.

Your Landlord's Violation Has a Deadline. Don't Wait.

California tenant rights claims have strict time limits — some as short as one year from the date of the violation. The sooner your situation is reviewed, the more options you have.

Not sure if what happened qualifies? That's exactly what the evaluation is for.

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