If you’re renting a property in the San Fernando Valley or Los Angeles area, and you need to evict a tenant or deal with an eviction, we can help; however, it’s important to know that evicting a tenant is NOT easy, and can be time-consuming and quite expensive – especially if mistakes are made.
Your lease agreement outlines the terms the tenant must follow in order to maintain the lease. If the tenant fails to maintain the terms of the lease, you may exercise your legal power to evict the tenant. This is where we can help you secure a favorable outcome.
Dignity Law Group, APC is a private law firm. We bill on an hourly basis for eviction litigation. If you are a tenant facing an eviction who is looking for free or low cost services, we refer to:
There are also some free toolkits/guides online:
We do not endorse or recommend any of these firms, as results/experience may vary.
We also have a guide available on amazon.com “All You Need To Know About Rental Properties in Los Angeles.”
For a free copy of our guide, please check in with us on Facebook and send us a screenshot of the check-in at info@dignity.yourlegaldemo.com
All You Need To Know About
Rental Properties In LA
Written by Joe Kellener and David Greene based on their insight into the new age court system of rental properties and how it impacts you. This crash course in how rental properties are treated legally, both in court and out of court, and what is and what is not acceptable under the law. Whether you are a brand new property owner/landlord or renter, or you’re someone who’s been in the business for a while, you will find this guide includes the most recent changes to the laws (post-Covid19), and how the laws are adapting on the ground.
What Los Angeles Renters Say About Us
I had a contentious issue with my management company and Dignity Law helped me navigate it! They were great to work with, and I would highly recommend them.
-Thomas Mastro
Joe helped me win my civil case against a former business partner. He stuck by me for 7 years. Thank Goodness its over and justice was served. If it weren’t for Joe showing me what evidence I needed to present, I could have lost my savings.
Geoffrey L.
My family hired Dignity Law Group to evict our tenant who had not paid rent in a very long time and was causing major financial issues for our family. Working with the firm was great, they got the job done. They answered our questions and helped guide through court. Highly recommend!
-Lacie Leslie
My mother and I were pleased how generous, attentive, communicative Joseph was in regards to our case. Thanks to him we had our case settled, sealed & we were highly compensated.
-Candy R.
A year ago, my family and I were in a nasty situation with our apartment complex. I had to talk to a lawyer, and this is when I found Joseph. I told him our problem and he was very honest with what could happen. A year later, it finally got done. Joseph gets back to you. I am happy with his services.
-Michael Lopez
David Greene is super knowledgeable about tenants rights, and more. Very easy to work with. Listens to what you need and gives honest straightforward advice that really helps you make the right decisions. I would recommend him as an attorney.
-Dean B.
It has been a month since we reached out to this firm for assistance. The legal assistant took our intake of the situation we are facing, but no attorney from this firm has reached out to us. We followed up about 1 week and a half ago, but still no luck with speaking with one of the attorneys at this firm.
-Baby Yoda
Our Attorneys
Dignity Law Group
Joseph W. Kellener
FOUNDING PARTNER
Jessica
PARTNER
David R. Greene
FOUNDING PARTNER
Joseph W. Kellener
FOUNDING PARTNER
Jessica
PARTNER
David R. Greene
FOUNDING PARTNER
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans: Security deposits have very specific rules and regulations, and very well may be grounds for a lawsuit, but often the amount in controversy is below that of the courts our firm practice in. In Los Angeles, any dispute for $10,000 or less is brought in small claims court, and lawyers can not represent individuals in small claims court. Matters for $10,000-$24,999 are in the limited civil courts, and only some firms litigate in those courts. Matters for over $25,000 are brought in the unlimited civil courts, and the litigation is often more expensive than the amount in dispute. If you have a security deposit claim in excess of $25,000 you can contact our firm to discuss our rates and representation options.
Ans: No. A 3-day notice to perform or quit is not a lawsuit, it is not something that our law firm can take action against, as it is not a legal pleading before the court. It is also constitutionally protected speech, so unless it violates the debt collection laws (if for debt) it is often protected from any action against it. A 3-day performance or quit is a premise that an eviction (unlawful detainer) is filed for. If you perform, it is no longer viable. If the request is illegal, or untenable, then the lawsuit may fail, but in any event, our firm can not assist you if
Ans: Most likely no. We do not represent any tenant v tenant or neighbor v neighbor actions, however, in very rare circumstances a landlord/owner may be found liable for the criminal conduct of 3rd parties when the landlord knows of the danger and fails to take any steps to mitigate. These cases are very challenging and holding a landlord responsible for the acts pf a totally unrelated person is challenging and often not realistic.
Ans: Mold is everywhere in California, and some molds are harmful – and some are not. In order to proceed in a lawsuit for mold we require a 3rd party environmental specialist report showing both the presence of mold, the types and quantity, and medical records showing those toxic molds in the blood or urine. An opinion that something is mold, or a photo of a substance that may be mold, is not enough to bring a lawsuit or evidence of mold exposure and harm.
Ans: Possibly. Many no-fault claims for possession do require relocation assistance. If you are a landlord who wants to do an owner-move-in, please reach out to CArelocationspecialists.com; If you are a tenant, then only the housing authority can determine if and how much money you may be entitled to pursuant to the tenant protections and ordinances governing relocation. A private lawyer can neither determine, demand nor claim that anyone is entitled to relocation assistance.
Ans: Maybe. Most anti-harassment claims require a finding by an administrative agency before civil (money) liability is viable. For example, a finding that a landlord violated FEHA or the Tenant Protection Act or Anti-Harassment Ordinances, or an agency or court determination that the landlord engaged in illegal/disallowed behavior may be enough to support a civil action, but without that, the claims alone are often not enough to impose liability.
Ans: Much like discrimination cases, these conditions often must be verified and cited by code enforcement before the litigation is commenced. Los Angeles has many such agencies, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Health Department and the Department of Building and Safety, both of which offer inspections and provide notice of offending conditions.