Non attorneys can do certain things but not practice law. Representing themselves as attorneys is not allowed.

You can file a complaint with the state bar.

There may be a conflict due to your consulting with them.

The attorney should not charge for this.

While such a case is possible, the extent of the recovery may not warrant a lawsuit. Consult with experienced attorneys in the state where this...

You will need to go through the normal eviction process. This Court link provides the basics: https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/eviction-landlord

Put your offer in writing. They still might ignore it. For most of court matters you do not need to appear live. Court may give you the...

This provision mandates binding arbitration instead of a traditional lawsuit.

Get a bankruptcy creditor’s attorney right away you can have serious consequences.

If a judgment has been entered, look into filing a motion to set aside the judgment.