Best way to purchase a home with a significant other where one party pays the down and ownership isn't split equally?

I applaud your effort in thinking ahead with such a substantial investment--a heavy investment both in terms of money and time. There are several...

I have a lease, co signed by four tenants beginning June 17th, 2013. The previous fourth cotenant did not surrender the premises

It's difficult to comment on the provisions of a lease without reading the lease. In general, most leases have a provision stating when the...

Can I ask for repayment for the home ownership cost before the house is sold?

You and your sister are co-owners in property. That means you share in its advantages (when your property value appreciates) and you share in the...

Our landlady is selling the house we are living in. She has also started the eviction process to have us evicted.

Process servers have one purpose: to serve process on people. They employ a number of techniques, and when someone is evading service, the...

A notice of pendency of action (otherwise known as a "lis pendens") is recorded with the county any time a legal action (lawsuit) involves a piece...

Would a open floor with plumbing repairs in progress with a foul sewer like odor be considered uninhabitable?

Short answer: yes, but degree of uninhabitability is subject to factual interpretation. Please speak with a landlord-tenant attorney immediately...

I have been given notice for a deposition for a case that I am not apart of. Can I fight the deposition?

You are what is called a "nonparty witness". You are not a party to the dispute, but your personal knowledge of certain facts, or your perceived...

Can I sue a nightmare neighbor that calls the police depart. about 8 times a year for nuisance complaints for the last 8 years?

Unfortunately, it takes quite egregious actions to restrict someone from exercising their rights to protect themselves. So, in general, it will...

Father passed, I am only heir. My son has cash in safe of my father's. My father told me it was not given to him. Son says gift.

I'm sorry for your loss. You should consult a probate attorney immediately. Oftentimes, you will not need any money upfront to hire a probate...

How do we qualify for a Land Trust in California?

A good do-it-yourself resource is Nolo Press (link below). They provide forums, publications, and a lawyer directory. Of course, it never hurts...