I'm seeking advice regarding a summons served upon me today (5/8/13) that was filed in Santa Barbara County 3/04/13.

More information is needed. You may need to file a motion to dismiss due to the statute of limitations. You should contact a local Santa Barbara...

Is it legal to give out my tenant's last name and email address to the plumber for invoicing in California?

Yes you may do so. Marcus W. Morales, Esq. Morales Law 115 W. Mission St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 www.marcusmoraleslaw.com (805) 845-5405

UD and 60 notice of termination accuracy

Did you file an answer or a demurrer? Marcus W. Morales, Esq. Morales Law 115 W. Mission St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (805)...

What is the eviction process?

Just because your selling house does not mean your tenants are able to pay reduced rent. Serve a 3-day notice to pay or quit for all back rent owed...

Can my 9 year old testify at a dependency court trial

Probably not. The child will be presumed incompetent and it will be your burden to prove the child is competent to testify. A judge is unlikely to...

Roommate moved out early, what should I do?

I agree with my colleague. I would only add that you can sue her in small claims for the full amount you feel you are owed. Be sure to mitigate...

My tenants moved out without paying the last month rent. The security deposit does not cover the last month rent / damages.

Great answer by my colleague. I would only add if the amount owed is less than 10K you would file in small claims. You should attempt to contact...

Don't know subtenant's forwarding or ANY address. How do I send deposit detail, demand letter, & probably small claims notice?

You need to draft and serve belief of abandonment paperwork on your tenant to avoid any legal issues down the road. Marcus W. Morales,...

You have to file default paperwork and the judge will make orders based on the paperwork you file and present. Do not delay in filing your...

I have a room rented to a couple on a month to month verbal agreement, I want to evict them ... they fight constantly, with no

I would recommend sitting down with a landlord-tenant attorney for a consult. More information is needed before determining a course of action. For...