I am looking at purchasing a property through a CA Trustee Sale. I need assistance with understanding lien priority.

The deed of trust remains senior to all subsequently recorded liens except tax liens, and any subordinations.

RE: Restraining Order

I think you are in for a bad surprise when your husband returns from his trip. I think the police are too.

Whats the process to counter sue?

It depends on whether you are being sued in superior court, or in the small claims division.

Landlords attorney can never be personally served. Delays discovery process considerably. Any thoughts.

You have papers served at the address the attorney has listed on their pleadings with the court. If they have a different address that they want...

Can I change the locks on my tenants if I have a writ of execution and it seems the tenant is no longer occupying my property?

That's a bad idea. You would then be engaging in self help. Save yourself a lot of post judgment motion practice and have the sheriff serve the...

How much time do i have to file a motion for a new trial?

"The application for a new trial must be made and determined before judgment, the making of an order granting probation, the commitment of a...

Tenants served a UD, filed a demurrer requesting a hearing. Can I amend the complaint now, and not wait for a hearing?

To answer your question directly, you can file an amended complaint. When you do so, be sure to advise the court and serve the defendants with the...

Is there a law in Ca. That if you pay all taxes on the rental you live in the home can become yours after 7 years ?

Tenants reside in property with the landlord's permission which tends to defeat adverse possession claims. But I do suggest that you consult more...

You have not raised any grounds to show that you can file a motion to quash. The full name of the motion is a motion to quash service of summons. ...

Can I get help to write a appellate brief? What if I can't write a brief?

If you have to write it yourself, you may want to visit the Mildred L. Lillie Law Library downtown and ask the reference librarians about the...