Can out-of-state law lawyers file for legal actions as the plaintiff's attorneys in California?

You can, yes.

What are my chances of winning a UD case?

Have you made requests IN WRITING that repairs be made to the property and given the landlord a reasonable time to correct the issues you raised?

I need to file a demurrer in California but am having a hard time finding examples of what it should look like.

Your request is similar to going to an auto mechanic and asking him if he can show you (for free, no less) how to fix your own car.

What are my rights after living in my condo for seven years in California?

Mr. Eschen is correct. Unless your written lease was renewed, you became a month-to-month tenant when the lease expired. Because you have been...

Filing in Small Claims Court from out of state...is it possible?

I agree with Ms. Darrow's assessment. I write separately to inform you that you may be able to make a "telephonic" appearance for the actual...

How do I properly serve 30 days notice to a subtenant in San Francisco?

The short answer is, "You probably can't." Presuming you live in a rent controlled building, regardless of whether he is on the lease or not,...

Can a landlord deny my right to have guest over?

No, they cannot legally prevent you from having reasonable guest visitation. What is the nature of your tenancy? Is there a written lease? If so,...

Yes, property owners have a duty to address and correct known dangerous conditions on their property.

Retaliatory Eviction

It is most likely retaliatory because your LL took action against you for exercising your rights within 180 days of your complints. But you have to...

I own my mobilehome and have been living in this park for 8 years. The last few years the quality of life has deteriorated

Great story.