You don't indicate the stage of the lawsuit, if any, against you for the HOA dues. Did you just receive a demand letter (which is what it sounds...

Is being threatened by neighbor support grounds for legally breaking the lease?

No, you can not "legally" break you lease and get your security deposit back based on just being threatened by your neighbor. However,...

My client won't pay off the bill. I'm thinking of filing a small claim in Los Angeles but my client resides in New York

Yes. If you have a written contract for the work that has a forum clause indicating California, that would be ideal. But even if you don't, you...

How to proceed once receiving a summons?

If you do not dispute the debt, you do have the option of working out a settlement with the plaintiff's attorney BEFORE you have to file an answer...

I am going to rent a single dwelling that was divided into 2 sperate units and another small loft on the same property all

First of all, I doubt the dwelling that is divided into two separate units and a loft on the same property is legally permitted. That point aside,...

What type of notary is needed for the estate planning documents

A notary public who is commissioned in the State of California. For a list, see:

How can i sue my landlord for the rest of my deposit,when they claim that i left damage when i have pictures to prove otherwise

Sue in small claims court. The landlord failed to comply with Civil Code section 1950.5 by waiting a month and a half to return only a portion of...

What legal statute does landlord have to justify damages beyond normal wear and tear?

The statute is California Civil Code section 1950.5. The landlord must provide an itemized statement of deductions to the tenant within 21 days of...

Yes, these items belong to the owner of the real property (landlord) regardless of who originally may have purchased them. The landlord does not...

Two week Notice

I agree with Mr. Fink. Two weeks is insufficient notice. You are entitled to a minimum of 30 days written notice. Also, cash for keys is not...