Am i entitled to half the equity the home?

California is a community property state meaning upon divorce property is characterized as either: (1) community property; (2) quasi-community...

My father (70 years old) just received a 3-day to pay rent or quit . Is service valid and are there any enhanced protections?

I agree with my colleagues. The facts presented do not constitute elder abuse. Yet, if the landlord is denying rent you may have a sufficient...

If couple are husband and wife on title and later divorce but never divide the property, is it still community property?

The property was not included in the judgment or the MSA?

Is it legal in the state of california to rent a condominum knowing there is no central heat provided in the unit?

Cal Civ. Code §1941.1(d) states a unit is untenantable if it lacks heating facilities that conformed with applicable law at the time of...

If a renter gives a 30 day notice is it ok to change the locks on the 1st of the following month? is it trespassing if they stay

If your renters do want to move out or pay rent you cannot lock them out. An unlawful detainer is not hard to win if you follow the procedures...

You have 30 days to file a FL-120 and related paperwork. The only way to ensure your property is divided correctly and child custody issues are...

Is it okay to take out money from my IRA account to pay off debtors right before filing legal separation?

Are you or your husband considering filing for bankruptcy? If so, preferential treatment of creditors may come into to play. Under bankruptcy law...

If I'm serving a month to month tenant w/ a 60 day notice to vacate must I have it notarized and handwritten for it to be valid?

It needs to be written (not verbal) and does not need to be notarized, just signed by the landlord or the landlords agent. It needs to be served...

Is there a law firm or public attorney's that will help represent you pro bono or at a discounted price,or still in school?

You can petition the court to have your husband pay your attorney's fees. Contact an attorney to discuss your options. Marcus W. Morales,...

My Tenant has not paid the rent for 3 months, after giving 30 day notice can I change the locks if they have not moved?

No you cannot change the locks until the sheriff has executed a writ of possession. Hire an eviction attorney to do the following: 1 draft...