BASTA, Inc. – Los Angeles, CA

Aggressive Tenant Rights Defenders

BASTA, Inc. (Building A System of Tenant Assistance) is a prominent non-profit law firm dedicated to fighting for the rights of tenants in Los Angeles. Founded by attorney Daniel Bramzon, the organization was established to combat the homelessness crisis by preventing unnecessary evictions. Unlike traditional legal aid organizations, BASTA operates with the aggression and resources of a private firm, ensuring that low-income tenants receive high-quality legal representation. If you are facing eviction or living in substandard conditions and need to find a lawyer who is not afraid to take landlords to trial, BASTA is the fierce advocate you need in your corner.

Specialized Housing Litigation

BASTA focuses exclusively on housing law, specifically representing tenants. Their team of attorneys and advocates handles a high volume of cases with a focus on:

• Eviction Defense: Representing tenants in Unlawful Detainer lawsuits to keep them in their homes. BASTA is known for demanding jury trials, which often forces landlords to settle or dismiss cases.
• Slum Housing Litigation: Suing landlords who refuse to make necessary repairs, fail to control pest infestations, or maintain dangerous living conditions.
• Tenant Harassment: Protecting renters from landlords who use illegal tactics to force them out of rent-controlled units.

A Movement for Justice

The philosophy of BASTA is that every tenant, regardless of their financial situation, deserves a vigorous legal defense. They have revolutionized tenant defense in Los Angeles by utilizing jury trials as a standard tool, balancing the scales of justice in a system often stacked against renters. The firm is deeply embedded in the community, providing education and resources to empower tenants to stand up for their rights.

Accessibility and Impact

Located in the Westlake district, BASTA serves some of the most vulnerable populations in the city. Their staff is multilingual, ensuring that language is not a barrier to justice. By challenging the status quo of landlord-tenant court, BASTA has become a beacon of hope for thousands of Angelenos facing housing insecurity.

Enough is Enough. We fight to keep families in their homes.