The litigation process in California is a multi-step journey that can be both lengthy and costly. At Kendall Law, we represent both plaintiffs and defendants in civil cases across various areas of law, including real estate disputes, contract issues, and more. Understanding the broader litigation framework is essential for clients navigating complex legal challenges. Initiation […]
Fair Housing is a generic term used to refer to the various federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination in housing decisions based on membership in a protected class. While it may be difficult for landlords to know all of the intricacies of the Fair Housing laws, it is critical that they do understand […]
Owning real estate in California comes with a unique set of rights and considerations. The state’s laws recognize the diverse nature of property ownership, allowing a wide range of individuals and entities to hold and dispose of real estate. Whether you’re a citizen, a corporation, or even a prisoner, California grants you the opportunity to […]
Oftentimes, tenants will leave behind personal property after moving out without giving any indication of what to do with it. Before you dispose of any personal property, ensure you do the following. For Residential Properties: Give written notice to the former tenant. The notice should include the applicable language as required by law. You must […]
Boundary line disputes are very common in Southern California. The most common boundary disputes that Kendall Law sees are typically walls/fences that are discovered to be on someone’s property. These issues are usually discovered when one party is remodeling or changing the layout of their property. Boundary litigation can be ugly, hard fought and bitter, […]
The City of the Los Angeles has introduced even more laws concerning ALL rental properties, including single family residences, subject to just cause protections. Here are the latest rules that owners and managers need to know for rental properties in the City of L.A. New: Notice Requirements Must be Given to New Tenants/Renewing Tenants and […]
A specific performance lawsuit is an action brought in civil court requesting the Court to order the other party to perform under the terms of the contract in order to close escrow. A lis pendens is recorded when the lawsuit is filed to prevent the seller from selling to another party. The idea behind specific […]
The following provides an overview of some of the changes in the law impacting real estate professionals, property owners, landlord tenant law and housing laws. REAL ESTATE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW CHANGES Broker’s Licensing Requirements: Per Business and Professions Code 10150.6 effective January 1, 2023, the 2-year experience requirement for broker’s licensing must now be within the […]
A quiet title action is a lawsuit filed in civil court to clear title against adverse claims to real property. It is filed pursuant to Cal. Civil Code Section 760.020 by a person or entity that claims title to all or a piece of property and asks for the Court to find that his/her/its interest […]
What are they, how are they created and terminated? Easements are everywhere and often serve a practical purpose in our communities. An easement is where a landowner gives another a limited right to use their land most often for reasonable access to things like roads, trails, parks or beaches. It is not an ownership right in […]