Northern California
Personal Injury and Tenant Rights Attorney
If you were hurt in an accident, or your landlord is making your life impossible, you need someone who will actually listen — and then actually fight. That's what we do, and we don't get paid unless we win.
15+ Years Serving the Bay Area
Named a Super Lawyer Every Year Since 2023
Russian, Spanish & English Intake
No Fee Unless We Win
Personal Injury,
Tenant Rights, and Insurance Litigation
When the insurer, the landlord, or the other driver won't do the right thing.
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Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Personal Injury
Car accidents, truck crashes, slip and falls, dog bites, rideshare accidents, wrongful death — we represent injury victims throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Every case is on contingency. You pay nothing unless we recover.
Tenant Rights
Wrongful eviction, landlord harassment, habitability violations, owner move-in displacement — Bay Area renters have more legal protection than most people realize. We help you understand what you're entitled to and make sure you get it.
Insurance Litigation
When a homeowner insurance claim gets denied, delayed, or lowballed without a real reason, that's bad faith. We represent homeowners who are owed what they paid for and aren't getting it.
Every Case Gets
Personal Attention
From the Start
When you contact Halavanau Law Office, our team will guide you through the initial intake process. Gene Halavanau personally reviews each inquiry and determines whether the firm is the right fit for your matter. When the firm accepts a case, Gene remains directly involved from the first conversation through resolution.
We believe legal representation should feel personal—not passed from one unfamiliar person to the next. Our team is here to communicate clearly, answer questions, and help you understand what comes next throughout your case.
Halavanau Law Office assists clients across the San Francisco Bay Area in English, Russian, and Spanish, so language does not stand in the way of getting trusted legal guidance.
Testimonials From Our Clients
Results That Reflect Our Commitment
We've recovered significant results for clients across personal injury,
tenant rights, and insurance litigation.
Questions People Ask Before They Reach Out
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in California?
In most cases, two years from the date of injury. If your claim involves a government entity — a city bus, a public sidewalk, a government vehicle — the deadline can be as short as six months. If you're not sure where you stand, reach out now rather than later.
What does it cost to get started?
Nothing. We work on contingency — no upfront cost, no hourly billing, and no fee at all unless we recover money on your behalf. Your first case review is free.
What should I bring to my first conversation?
Whatever you have. A police report, photos, medical records, a lease, an eviction notice, insurance correspondence — bring what you've got. If you don't have documentation yet, that's fine. We start with what you can tell us.
Do you serve clients outside of San Francisco?
Yes. We represent clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, including San Jose, Berkeley, and San Rafael. If you're not sure whether your location falls within our service area, call or text and we'll tell you directly.
Do you provide services in Russian or Spanish?
Yes. Gene is fluent in Russian and English, and Spanish-language service is available through our team. If you or someone you're helping is more comfortable in either language, we'll make sure the conversation works for you.
Tell Us What Happened We'll Take It From There
No pressure, no obligation. Tell us what happened and we'll give you an honest answer about whether we can help. That's what the first conversation is for.
