Can I devise language in my lease agreement to ask my tenants to agree to exit the home after the one year lease is up?

You should consider using a "fixed term" lease for the one year term. Unfortunately, if the students don't vacate timely you will have to file an...

Trees overhang to our neighbor's backyard !

The other answers by my colleagues are correct, but you might want to review this article anyways:...

Can a separated spouse send friends to move in with the other spouse when possession of the real estate - home is yet to be set?

You should consult with a local landlord/tenant and/or family law attorney regarding this fact pattern. I am not sure of your ownership interest,...

Where is the applicable Ca Code?

See Civil Code section 789: "A tenancy or other estate at will, however created, may be terminated by the landlord's giving notice in writing...

Neighbor's 35' Pepper tree on property line, 4' from my canyon lot house. Cracks from roots and fire danger from massive tree.

You might want to review this article, http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/neighbor-disputes (see neighbors and trees section). Is the pepper...

Can demurrer be filed? Gay tenant harassed. UD filed for rent non payment. No 3 day notice ever door posted. No service done.

Concerning the lack of service issue: you could file a Motion to Quash and make a special appearance, but you may want to consult with a...

How can I stop a landlord from evicting me if they have filed a UD and lie to the Court about service?

You could file a Motion to Quash and make a special appearance, but you may want to consult with a landlord/tenant attorney in your area to assist...

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I agree with my colleagues. Their recommendations are sound. You will need to cross-complain in the same jurisdiction where the facts supporting...

Is an erroneous real estate contract binding once it's signed?

The question you asked requires a lawyer to provide you with specific legal advice, which is not what this forum is intended for. Your message...

The facts you list above seem to be simple defense strategy and/or tactics for purposes of delay. Litigation attorneys deal with this stuff all...