The Bay Agenda: Landlord & Tenant Law with Your Legal Rights

Join us for a live, in-person recording of KALW’s long-running weekly program that helps Bay Area residents understand how the law works in real life.

This special episode brings together a panel of expert attorneys to break down key legal issues affecting renters and landlords, from rights and responsibilities to navigating disputes and changes in housing law. You’ll hear practical insights, real-world examples, and clear explanations designed for everyday people—not legal insiders.

Bring your questions, share your perspectives, and be part of the conversation live and in person. Whether you’re a renter, a landlord, or simply want to better understand housing law in the Bay Area, this interactive event offers a rare chance to engage directly with legal experts and experience public radio as it’s made.

Your Legal Rights host, attorney Jeffrey B. Hayden, represents the residents of the Bay Area in California, which includes the cities in the metro areas of San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and Palo Alto. He focuses his practice on criminal defense and juvenile offenses. Listen to , a weekly program providing free legal information and guidance for listeners on KALW.

Jessica L. Chylik established her solo practice in 2007 to specialize in San Francisco residential evictions, vacancy agreements, and Rent Board petitions for tenants, landlords, master tenants, and subtenants. Her expertise encompasses 20+ years of practicing landlord-tenant law under the San Francisco Rent Ordinance.

David G. Finkelstein has a law practice focused on commercial real estate and real estate-related transactions with primary emphasis on commercial lease negotiating and drafting, representing both landlords and tenants. He also deals with other commercial real estate transactions, including sales and acquisitions, property development and financing matters, and IRC section 1031 exchanges.

Salvatore C. Timpano has more than twenty years of litigation experience, and has worked on thousands of landlord-tenant, personal injury, privacy, and landlord tenant cases. He has represented clients in settlements collectively valued in the millions.

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There is a $10 - $20 sliding scale suggested donation for this event. Nobody will be turned away for lack of funds.

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📍 220 Montgomery St., San Francisco, 2 blocks from BART/MUNI

🚪 Reception doors open at 6:00

🗣️ Program begins at 7:00

🆓 The event is free with an RSVP — and you are welcome to donate what you want

Please note:

• The event space is just to the left of the main entrance to the Mills Building at 220 Montgomery Street
• We recommend taking BART/MUNI, exiting at Montgomery, and walking two blocks north
• Ride-shares can drop off and pick up directly in front of the venue
• If you drive, there are several garages within two blocks of the event location; free street parking is available across from the venue at 7:00 pm

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