California Landlord-Tenant Resources
General information on California landlord-tenant law and the eviction process, written for both landlords and tenants. These articles are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for individualized legal advice.
Understanding the California Eviction Process
A general overview of how eviction cases move through California's courts, from notice through enforcement.
What Landlords Should Know Before Starting an Eviction
Key considerations for property owners before serving a notice or filing an unlawful detainer case.
What Tenants Should Do After Receiving an Eviction Notice
Practical first steps for tenants who have just received a notice from their landlord.
Understanding Unlawful Detainer Actions in California
What an unlawful detainer lawsuit is and how it differs from other civil cases.
Common California Eviction Defenses
A general look at the categories of defenses tenants may be able to raise in an eviction case.
California Rent Control and Eviction Rules
How statewide and local rent-control and just-cause ordinances can affect an eviction.
Understanding 3-Day Notices
What a 3-day notice is generally used for and the requirements that can apply to it.
Understanding 30-Day and 60-Day Notices
The general distinctions between 30-day and 60-day notices and when each may apply.
What Is a Wrongful Eviction?
A general explanation of what can make an eviction wrongful under California law.
Landlord-Tenant Disputes: When Should You Contact an Attorney?
Signs that a landlord-tenant issue may benefit from legal guidance.