About

Welcome to The Law Office of Erik Bauman

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Erik Bauman

I grew up in Ohio, graduated from the University of Arizona in Tucson summa cum laude, and made my home in Oakland after earning my JD from Berkeley Law in 2013. While in law school, I interned with the Electronic Frontier Foundation defending civil liberties related to technology and patents, as well as the East Bay Community Law Center helping tenants get needed repairs and defending unjust evictions. After passing the bar I decided to continue that work as a private attorney and much of my practice has been representing tenants against misbehaving landlords for the past 10 years.

In terms of what you can expect from me as your attorney, I am even tempered, analytical, and communicate clearly. I will give you sound advice, explain the strategic legal options available to you, and give my opinion on what the best choice is for your interests without putting my personal feelings into it. I want to help you get the best legal outcome available. I am also tech savvy, and will do what I can to make engaging in the legal process as convenient and painless as possible.

Law School

UC Berkeley School of Law (formerly Boalt Law School); Berkeley CA

Areas of Expertise

Tenant Law
Anti-SLAPP

Bar Admissions

Erik is admitted to practice law in California

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Erik Bauman is a no nonsense attorney, respectful and reliable, well educated in tenants rights! Would highly recommend.

M Ferguson

Erik was incredibly helpful with my issue, and helped me resolve it without litigating. I highly recommend his practical, human-first approach!

Mel Cole

Erik is young, but smart. He did not promise I would win, but he did assure me along with the other legal sources, I had a strong case. Erik put together a handsome portfolio for the hearing from materials I gave him. He was helpful during the hearing at the Berkeley Rent Board. And we did win... I think Erik handled everything professionally and efficiently. I would trust him with a more complicated case.

Jennifer Hudin

Erik Bauman offered me an excellent free consultation when I was recently struggling trying to figure out my legal rights with a forced eviction during Covid-19. He provided me with advice that really calmed my mind, and helped me move forward during one of the most stressful times in my life. Can't say enough how much I appreciate his service, timeliness and thoroughness.

Cloee Cooper

Why us

Why Clients Choose Erik Bauman

At the Law Office of Erik Bauman, I offer a wide range of legal services to meet your needs.

Expertise

10+ years of litigation experience, specializing in tenants' rights.

I've conducted both simple and complex cases through the entire litigation process, handling everything from filings to depositions to trials. I not only have extensive knowledge of the typical procedures a case will involve, but I am well equipped to fully research the particular issues that come up in any case.

Communication

You are more than a case number

Unlike many attorneys, I personally pick up the phone and respond to messages. If you leave a voicemail or send a text, it will show up on my phone, not with a receptionist. You'll be able to keep up to date on your case through direct communication with the attorney handling your case.

Temperament

Rest easy knowing I have weathered many storms

I am even-keeled and analytic. I will explain the potential benefits and liabilities of the legal options available in detail. It can be very difficult to decide on the right course of action when you are directly involved in the situation, and I excel at showing clients the risks and rewards from an objective perspective.

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