Are monthly payments for a tenant's proportional share of the utilities considered "rent?"

no generally not. However, if you have a written sublease agreement they could be considered a violation of lease covenant if not paid as agreed. ...

Signed one year lease for condo, after just 2 months landlord wants to move back in within 30 days.

I would need to review the lease. Feel free to call me at my San Francisco office to discuss. Kevin Sullivan 415-441-1052

I am looking for an attorney to help me with my children and to represent me in court. I really need help and fast. Thank you

you can try the county bar association but barring that you will need to pay for a lawyer. good luck.

when service is made not when the proof of service is filed. Your response date is triggered from the date of service. You need to consult a lawyer.

If the damages and cleaning add up to more that the tenant's security deposit, can we bill for (or sue) the additional costs?

yes.

Cani be evicted for my service dog. ? and Do I still have to pay rent? until I move?

Consult a local lawyer about a wrongful eviction and disability discrimination lawsuit. Good luck.

Not required but useful to see if issues can be narrowed.

My ex-girlfriend took $50000 from me when we were still together. Then we broke up and she doesn't want to return the money.

You should consider suing her. I handle these types of cases every day. I am in San Francisco and could speak with you as early as...

I'm a commercial tenant with existing contracts to complete. Can a new owner just evict us with 60 day or less warning?

If you have a lease they cannot just give you a 60 day notice. However your lease will answer a lot of questions. Call me to discuss. Kevin...

I was served with 15 causes of Xn complaint, only 1 of which is verified. Can I generally deny 14 & answer the one.

Generally the complaint is either verified all together or not verified. You should hire a lawyer to respond to the lawsuit. Feel free to...