What happens if I give my landlord my 30 days notice that I'm leaving, and then don't leave? I'm in California.

If you stay beyond your thirty day notice, your notice will become invalidated and you will be required to provide new thirty day notice prior to...

You should seek the aid of an attorney in these matters to effectuate return of the property within the shortest period allowed under the law. In...

Wait out notice period or reveal my landlord made a mistake?

Your assessment of what type of notice you need to be given when your lease had converted to a month to month tenancy would need to be accurate in...

California landlord wants tips on how to best plan to win unlawful detainer court case against problem tenant?

It is best to discuss these matters in additional detail with the counsel that you have employed for more pertinent advice regarding your...

My ex of 10 years filed for joint custody of our 2 year old daughter. I don't want joint custody.

You have not asked a question in the circumstances that you are describing. It is important to seek the aid of a lawyer to navigate through a...

Do I file with the court my meet and confer?

I agree with the previous response. You do not send a copy of your meet and confer letter to the court.

Can i hold my rent if my landlord doesn't fix a leak in my bathroom ceiling? do i need a lawyer?

It is important to assert your defenses to this unlawful detainer action. If you do not file a response to the court paperwork, a default can be...

Can my ex and I change our parenting agreement on our own, or does it need to go in front of a judge?

Considering that there is already custody order in effect, you should obtain a court order for any modification of child custody and visitation...

I have several issues with my apartment, what can I do ??

Implied into every residential lease is the warranty of habitability that requires the landlord to keep the premises in a habitable condition. This...

I live in California. If the three days to pay rent or vacate is sent in the mail, but not posted on the door or any other form,

There are a lot of questions that need to be answered prior to a definitive answer on whether the service was proper or not. Technically, this is...