I am incredibly grateful for the support Ryan provided. Going through a legal process is never easy, but Ryan made us feel protected and informed throughout. He is highly accessible, thorough, and incredibly effective at navigating difficult negotiations. He operates with a level of integrity that is rare to find. We are very happy with the resolution and would highly recommend him to anyone needing a reliable legal advocate. read more

Bracamontes & Vlasak is a fantastic team. Ryan Vlasak (and team) goes above and beyond for his clients. He is intelligent, professional, and caring. You can count on him and his team to keep you informed and to provide you with excellent representation. I highly recommend this business. read more

Michael and his team were truly a pleasure to work with. They were communicative, transparent, and kind through out our entire case. We felt supported every step of the way and appreciated their honesty and genuineness which helped us feel confident in our decisions. Based on our experience, I can undoubtedly say they hold their clients best interests at heart. If you're seeking representation, I'd highly recommend connecting with Michael and his team! read more

Please understand this about Bracamontes: he does as little work as possible and just waits for the other side to settle, without any real pressure. When the defendants in my case realized he was no threat to take them to trial, they wisely "no offered" Bracamontes and he promptly withdrew from my case. That's right, after a year of doing nothing, they called his bluff and he simply quit. And then, unbelievably, he filed a charging lien on my case so that--in the event someone else might actually do some legal work and force a settlement from the culpable defendant, unlike him--he would take a piece of that settlement! And guess what? The day after the court accepted his withdrawal from my representation, the defendants were ready to talk settlement. Turns out Bracamontes was the problem all along and they simply didn't take him seriously. Beware, potential clients: other attorneys I consulted about this confirmed that his professional conduct was at worst malpractice and at best highly unethical. There are good tenant-plaintiffs attorneys out there in SF (Dave Crow, Andrew Westley, Mary Catherine Wiederhold, to name a few, would never treat their clients this way); I strongly recommend you seek them out instead of Bracamontes. read more

Michael Bracamontes is very responsive to my inquiries and called me back right away. I really appreciate him doing that. Morgan & Morgan on the other hand left me hanging. They never got back to me. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Bracamontes & Vlasak, they are relentless, fiercely, very helpful and knowledgeable! I recently went through a nerve wrecking situation with my landlord... I called Ryan on Saturday and he promptly responded my call! He calmed my nervous, answered all my questions and by Monday it was solved! I highly recommend them!!!! read more

Michael Bracamontes is hands down the best lawyer I've ever met! He completely made me feel secure and confident in my most vulnerable time! He is down to earth, but will fight for you like no other! His staff is professional and friendly and makes a stressful situation seem calm and seemless. I highly recommend Michael for any legal issue, he is the best! read more

I was injured in a fire, and dealing with (as usual) SF's finest landlords. I would have lost my home, and any chance I had at continuing my life (10 years +) in the city, if not for the efforts of Bracamontes and Vlasak. All the attorneys who touched my case (Noah, Michael S, Michael B) were impeccable. It was a long and stressful process, I was up and down the whole time - B&V were rock solid and straightforward when it came to managing my state of mind. It's the unknown that gets to me, at every turn they explained what was going on, or had the decency to give me a straight "We don't know" which is valuable in legal and medical situations IMO. Anyhow, thanks to the whole firm, I am thrilled with the results. Thank you. read more

Michael was INCREDIBLY helpful in our brief call regarding a housing issue, despite our short 10 minutes on the phone! Literally, based off of that, I would give high suggestion to at least call and see if he can help with your situation. Super insightful. read more

When our landlords had their contractors refinish their floors using toxic chemicals without telling us we didn't know what to do. Even the SF Tenant's Union told us this happens all the time in order to force renters out of their homes and that they would probably get away with it. I'm so glad we turned to Ryan Vlasak when we did because I was becoming so sick from inhaled VOC's I could barely move. He calmly told us he would take care of everything and we should focus on trying to heal. He dealt with the landlords, their contractors, their alternately crazed, rabid, and bumbling attorneys, and the insurance companies. He secured us a large settlement and we have been able to move on with peace of mind. read more

Had many great experiences using these guys. As a lot of us all know, finding good legal representation isn't the easiest thing to do, but when you do find it, you stick with them. Been with them for a long time and have no plans to change. They are extremely sharp, knowledgeable, precise, professional and patient which is key when dealing with matters that are complex. Michael Bracamontes in particular does a great job at being available when needed and very prompt when it comes to returning emails and messages. I've given them several referrals and will continue to do so. read more

I think the best kind of attorney to have is one that actually cares about you, can remember your name, and has some good morals. I don't need no hokey doke legal strategy to get what I want; qualified expertise and an ambitious nature are good enough for me. I had the privilege of working with Michael Bracamontes and his advice and expertise came at the perfect time and in the perfect way. I'm one of those people that wants the God's honest, give it to me straight, and we'll be okay. And that's what he did. No wasting time, no beating around the bush, no trying to make me feel better by feeding me hyped up lies (I have friends for that. I don't need a lawyer for that.) It's just great knowing that there are attorneys out there that aren't about racking up their bills, but actually care about the problems you bring them, tell you the truth if they can help, and fight for you if you have a problem. I'm a tough cookie. But there are some things that you just need advice on. And if and when I need it again, I'm going straight back to Bracamontes & Vlasak. read more

Ryan and his team helped us in the most difficult situation in our life, loosing our mother. Ryan was very professional, understanding, and empathetic to us and to the case. He allowed us to have closure and we couldn't be more satified with our settlement. Thank you so much Ryan Vlasak. read more

In 2015 my husband and I were going through a stressful time in the place we were renting. As we lived in area of Oakland that was developing rapidly and rent was increasing. Our landlords began to make it difficult to experience "the peaceful enjoyment" of our home by taking away services we were granted in 2011 when we moved in. As fulltime artists and parents of 2 children we were worried about the stability of a place to live. But we weren't going to give up without speaking up and trying our best to receive justice. I found Bracamontes & Vlasak online and called their offices. I was able to speak to Ryan Vlasak about my case and we scheduled a consultation meeting. Luckily, I had kept a detailed record of emails and documents to support our case and shared the binder full of info to Ryan. He firmly believed in our case so we hired the firm to represent us and file a complaint against our landlords. Although a case like this can be heavy on your spirits. Ryan Vlasak and his team made it feel smooth and easy by working diligently, and keeping us well informed on the status and process of our case. They definitely knew what they were doing and were also warm & friendly when attending to our needs. We finally had mediation scheduled in August of 2016. The attorney who would represent at mediation Michael Schrieber was amazing! He prepped us perfectly before the mediation and it ran smoothly. Michael was so on point when negotiating with the mediator & the defense council. We won our case, received a settlement, and most important of all were granted justice. I would recommend anyone to Bracamontes & Vlasak because they took care of my family and gave us a voice to speak out when we felt like we couldn't. Much Gratitude to Ryan Vlasak, Michael Schrieber, Monika Yamuremye, Shaun Sullivan, Kaitlin Sheber, Nubia Aguilera, Noah Woo, and everyone who worked on our case. We are forever grateful for your hard work!! read more

We started out with a notice that our tenancy was over, and that we were expected to move out on March 5, 2011. We are now writing this review from the same apartment we've had since 2009. Obvious success there. We have never had experience being evicted before, and not only were we able to fight it successfully with Ryan Vlasak's help, but we were calmed down every step of the nerve-racked way. He was very professional during our meetings and phone calls, and he made it very easy to understand where we stood at any given point. At first, we expected things to go a lot quicker (i.e. we'd refuse to move out, then the same day they'd respond with their next demand, etc.), but in fact there was a lot more waiting involved than anything else. Throughout this time, he was very understanding of our anxiety and told us that we didn't really have to do much. There were several instances when we left several frantic messages on his phone and shot him a couple of emails, and all he told us to do was forward him what we got, and he'd check it out. After a day or two of stressful waiting, we'd hear this: dont' worry about it, just sit tight. We know this sounds like it was a negative thing, but believe us when we say that this was one of the pluses of having Ryan on our side. He really took charge of the situation, and we could tell right away that he knew his stuff. Once we accepted this, the stress just evaporated. Ryan Vlasak, and as far as we're concerned, Bracamontes & Vlasak, are "As good as it gets!" If we were faced again with any situation that escalated to a point beyond our ability to handle, Ryan would be our first stop. P.S. - as a bonus, since there was neither a money settlement or court proceedings, we didn't have to pay anything for this grade-A representation! read more

I recently hired Michael to assist me with an ongoing situation that I had been trying to resolve on my own for months. Michael, and his office, were extremely responsive, knowledgeable, and friendly. After just a few phone calls and emails with him, and a letter to the other party, the matter was resolved. During the entire process Michael and his office checked in on a regular basis to ensure that things were moving along smoothly, which I believe helped get things resolved quickly. Additionally, I recently recommended a friend to him whom had a similar great experience. I would highly recommend working with Michael if you are in need of a great real estate lawyer. read more

I contacted Mr. Bracamontes about an issue with my landlord. I was immediately impressed with how professional and knowledgeable he was. He was responsive, his explanations were clear, and most importantly, I have confidence in his advice. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a strong, strategic advocate. read more

This is an amazing group of very knowledgeable, highly ethical, deeply caring, experienced professionals with a drive to do good and see justice done. I had been facing a very unusual, complicated legal issue that had dragged on for many years before I sought Mr. Vlasak's advice. Statutes of several different states were involved and a thicket of elaborate legal documents needed to be consulted before my case could come to any resolution. For me, Ryan Vlasak's expertise proved indispensable - he took the case apart like a toddler's toy! Everything Ryan predicted would happen in my case, happened, and there were no surprises. This attorney is simply amazing! I was very lucky to have such a caring professional on my side. We all hope that we never have to face situations like mine, but if we do, we better make sure that someone like B&V is on our side. When you want a real attorney on your side - a no-nonsense professional with an unrelenting drive to see justice done, and who will not rest before he gets that result you want - go with B&V! Don't risk going with anybody else. read more

Michael Bracamontes is someone I would highly recommend to anyone looking for advice, representation, and an expertise in law. He was very helpful with an issue I had to deal with. He gave me advice on what the best plan of action was and even told me that all the paperwork that needed to be filed was something that I could do myself if I didn't want to pay someone (i.e. a lawyer) an exorbitant sum to do it. I thought it very honest of him. Also, he made himself available to me in the case that I decided that I wanted representation. I've referred friends to him and they've always been very grateful for the advice and direction he's given them. I wouldn't think twice about using Bracamontes & Vlasak, P.C. again! read more

Michael Bracamontes helped me with an unfortunate situation with my landlord. This was extremely traumatic, as well as a very stressful time in my life. He was very communicative, respectful, honest, and upfront the entire process. I felt fully confident with his decisions and suggestions on when to settle. I could not have had a successful end result without the assistance and support from him and his legal team. He took the time to always ensure I fully understood what was going on and the reasons behind what he or the opposing party were doing. The legal process is quite complex and takes an insight that I was not familiar with. I would defiantly recommend his services. read more

I had the great pleasure of working with Ryan Vlasak & his associates regarding my housing tenancy in a SF rent controlled apartment. Ryan was very knowledgeable & supportive of my tenant rights. He was also straightforward & very strategic in his dealings with my landlord and the landlord's aggressive lawyer. I am very grateful for his expertise on the subject & his skillful negotiation tactics on my behalf. He handled the case impeccably. I am very happy with the outcome. I highly recommend the Bracamontes & Vlasak law firm. Ryan and Michael are a polished, intelligent and very accomplished team - look no further. read more

When you are going through an incredibly difficult time it is safe to say that nobody knows what is going on in your head. My journey with Bracamontes & Vlasak started almost a year ago and for me they always gave me assurance that I would come out with something. At times I know my emotions were strong and to have a lawyer like Michael that showed me fairness and came from a caring place meant a lot. Ryan and Michael took time to hear my story and the pain that went along with my case. Not only are they in your corner willing to fight but they are realistic and they do bring you back to a clear state of mind where you can understand that they want to get you as much as they can and you are a priority. It was great working with Michael because he is caring a family man and the people he works with have respect for him. Thank you Michael and your team for all the work and investing your time in me. read more

I was referred to Michael by the SF Tenants Union. In a 10 minute call, he was attentive as he listened to my situation, then gave me a specific approach and language to try myself with our management company, with the hopes that I could resolve the situation myself without employing legal counsel. Much appreciated! read more

Ryan and Kristen are the best in the business comes very highly recommend from the SF Housing Rights Committee. You can not get better then this firm trust me," I tried everywhere!!!!" I highly recommend Ryan and Kristen for your Housing needs!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

What can I say other than professional, professional, professional. Michael Bracamontes and his entire team saw to it that I was well taken care of and that I was WELL taken care of for my pain and suffering. If you need representation in a legal mater then your choice of Bracamontes & Vlasak is your best bet. Hit me up if you have any questions. Thank you Michael and thank you Bracamontes & Vlasak for a job well done! read more

At my most desperate moment Ryan took my case & from the beginning executed it with intelligence & confidence. I was impressed by the swift process & the ease with which he handled details, information, & procedure. I was informed every step of the way & felt that I was in good hands. I highly recommend this firm to assist in your legal matters. I was able to get my life back on track knowing a true professional was representing my best interests. If I could put more stars I would! May truth & justice prevail thank you again for all your expertise & positive outcome. read more

Ryan Vlasik and his staff are the best in the business! After losing everything in a four alarm apartment fire Ryan was able to negoiate a substaintal settlement for us which can usually be difficult especially when dealing with insurance companies that allways lowball any payout. Ryan was with us through all the negoations whose expertise proved to be invaluable when it came to mediation. If you ever need a trustworthy, very compedent attorney, with a proven track record Ryans the man! Don't just take my word for it do like I did in the beginning contact the bar association, check out the website, his creditentals speak for themselves. And he's so easy to talk to without all the legalease. read more

When the sleaziest eviction lawyer in town (you've seen his name in the papers) teamed up with our unscrupulous landlord and some nefarious neighbors who lied on record and framed us for atrocious behavior in a heinous attempt at removing us and our children from our home of nearly 15 years, Bracamontes & Vlasak came to our rescue! We found Ryan Vlasak and his associate Noah Woo to be impeccable champions of justice. Noah Woo in particular worked tirelessly on our case, shredded the "evidence" of the besieging party, and settled our score. Noah was always totally straightforward and clearheaded. He knows his opponent and predicted quite accurately how they would behave; thus our side was well prepared to counter all their sneaky moves. Our legal team was nimble, energetic, resourceful, sagacious and brimming with confidence -- we never had a moment of doubt that they would come through for us. It was clearly demonstrated through the entire process that our family's well being was their top priority every minute. This firm is solid gold, and you probably just shouldn't bother going to anyone else. read more

Professional! I contacted this firm completely stressed out, emotional and overwhelmed. Ryan talked to me and took my case right away. Jessica did a lot of work on my case. She always kept in contact with me and I was always able to reach her. I could send an email and was sure to get a response back within the hour. AMAZING!! I just felt so comfortable with them handling my case. I trusted them and really felt like they had my best interest. I am so thankful for their help. I can't explain enough how amazing of a team that they have and how hard they work for their clients.Their firm actually cares. While I'm sure there are plenty of people who experienced way worse than me, their firm always made me feel as if my case was important. I don't think you run across too many attorneys who care as much as the ones at Bracamontes & Vlasak read more

From our first conversation with Ryan to our last hearing, we were treated with kindness and understanding. Ryan and Michael S. used their thorough understanding of the tenant law to ensure my family's safety. Throughout the entire process, Ryan was there to answer any and all questions and to address our concerns. Both Ryan and Michael showed great sensitivity to the issues concearning our children and their health. Their expertise and extensive experience in the field are impressive and matched only by their honesty and dedication to their clients. I would highly recommend this firm to those seeking representation that does not give up when things get tough. read more

Bracamontes & Vlasak, PC I had a landlord issue. I retained this fine firm. My primary contact during the dispute period was Kristen Ross. She was very professional as were the partners. I was very impressed with the letter she wrote to my landlord , with her verbal contact with my current landlord. In case you live in a rent controlled building, and get a new landlord or already have a bad landlord and need an attorney. I highly recommend this firm. read more

Friendly, good sense of humor, and straight to the point. Excellent basic advice that is immediately applicable. Glad we went to see Ryan.

I wish I could give Ryan 10 stars. Ryan was highly, highly recommended to me by attorneys who faced off against him. I reached out to Ryan via email about a dispute with my landlord, and he was extremely responsive. The dispute was about mold, lead, and asbestos. Ryan is an expert in this area of law. My case might be too small for him, but he spent a significant period of time giving me pointers on how to handle the situation if I was going about it myself. Ryan exceeded my expectations!! read more

This is a firm that is good to have on your side. I called them after a two-year long mold issue in my rental. Ryan Vlasik negotiated successfully with my landlord and his attorneys, and I was able to move out and move on with peace of mind. When I came to the firm I was at the end of my ability to cope with the situation after having suffered multiple health issues as a result of my sensitivity to the mold. Ryan took the issue out of my hands so I no longer had to worry about it. I highly recommend using the firm. They will advocate for you when you feel you can no longer do it for yourself. read more

Michael has been very helpful and responsive. i called the firm for legal consultant for my small claims case. The Defendent was definitely playing games, and Michael responded me through email on the same day, and gave me great advice on how to deal this tricky situation. I would definitely fall into the trick without Michael. read more

Michael helped me with a landlord take over situation that was very stressful. He was communicative and helpful and got us a settlement we were very happy with. We could not have made it through this stressful time without him. He handled the twists of this situation expertly. Thank you so much Michael!! read more

I can't say enough good things about these guys. I was in a tough situation that many long-time residents of SF are facing with some very unscrupulous landlords. I did my research and knew the tactics my landlords and their lawyers were using were wrong but without a solid advocate that knew the ins and outs of the law there was no way. I went to organization after organization and was basically told to take the minimum relocation allotment and surrender my home. It's hard to describe the psychological and emotional impact of being threatened with eviction but its harrowing to say the least. This team was so awesome! I walked in with a trapper keeper of emails, documents, receipts and accounts of the BS I'd dealt with over the years. Steely Ryan Vlasak perused my neon folder for 15 minutes and said "The can't do this." I know, right?! And with that the good guys that knew their stuff went to task for me. Jessica Curiale Willson worked on my case too and was such a diligent and accessible litigator. They even have a fabulous, multi-tasking receptionist. Monika, who makes all that hard work look easy. They explained everything to me as it happened, my options and possible outcomes. They were available, brilliant, understanding, never patronizing oh! and they won my case! Simply best of the best. read more

Ryan Vlasak is very good at what he does. I'm pleased to have him and his team Monica work on my case with my ex employer. I was new to this and he explain everything from start to finish. He is very professional and made sure I was undated on everything. I would recommend his services. I thank God for sending Ryan Vlasak to me. Blessings!!!! read more

I retained Ryan J. Vlasak to assist me with a complex dispute relating to my practice. I was overwhelmed and discouraged by the time I found Ryan and was not confident there was anything that could be done to help resolve my situation. He was an active listener and maintained an amazingly positive attitude. Ryan helped me get organized, shared his thoughts clearly and concisely, and patiently explained my options and the respective steps we needed to accomplish to put my conflictual situation to rest. Not only was Ryan responsive following our consultations, but he was also proactive in making sure that I always understood every facet of his strategy every step of the way to meet my comfort level and keep me educated. Moreover, he asked all the right questions and it was within half an hour that I knew I could not be in better hands. I could not ask for a better outcome. In hindsight, my only mistake was that I did not retain Ryan Joshua Vlasak sooner! read more

I'm so impressed with Michael Bracamontes. He's straightforward, strategic, and caring. Great combination of skills and traits. I had a crazy landlord situation, with someone who kept trying to subtly harass me to leave my rent-protected unit. Michael took legal action that helped me stay in my place until I was ready to leave, which happened when my landlord put the duplex up for sale. He was very upfront about the pros and cons of suing for damages, and didn't pressure me to choose a particular option. I had spoken to other attorneys, and they were too gung-ho (for my taste) to sue in a situation with a lot of subtlety. When I ultimately decided to move, even before the sale was complete and there was a chance to get money from my landlord, Michael told me that he understood that my mental and emotional well-being was priceless. I so appreciate his empathy. His office manager, Monika, is also fabulous, warm, and responsive. Thank you, Michael and Monika, for your support. read more