Landlord Tenant Law in California

I agree with my colleague. Your statement that you have "No Lease", is technically incorrect. You may not have a written lease, but if she was...

How does child custody typically playout

It is important to know whether or not you ever executed a Voluntary Declaration of Paternity (VOP) when your son was born. This form is offered...

Tenants rights

I agree with Attorney Narayan. When you state "dictate" what does that mean? Also,if you have a parade of persons in and out of your apartment to...

Landlord tenant dispute

Your question as to where you were served is not difficult - the California Code of Civil Procedure provides that you can be served where ever you...

Separation date dispute. Who is right?

Both of my colleagues are correct. While the courts generally want to see actual separation, there is dispute as to whether sleeping in separate...

What do l do if l don't have a lawyer at the status hearing for a divorce case?

Both of my colleagues are correct and raise valid points. If you have not already met with at least one or two family lawyers, do so without...

Can l go to a divorce 4 way meeting w/out a lawyer?

Both of the foregoing answers are correct. The good news is that you have apparently retained counsel to represent you. Contact opposing counsel...

I want to buy a house, however our divorce is not final. Can my ex get any part of the house?

I agree with attorney Benton. If you are represented by counsel, I suggest you consult with him/her and pose the same question. If your funds...

I agree with my colleagues, however you did not state whether the property was a house or some other type of residence, or vacant land. If it was...

After three years in an apartment with no damage, can a tenant be charged for carpet cleaning?

My colleagues are correct. Specifically, California Civil Code §1950.5 specifies what security charges are and what a landlord may charge against...