We’re exploring just cause eviction rules, including an in-depth explanation of “at fault” and “no fault” evictions, and what that means for property owners like you. We will also discuss some of the common mistakes landlords make during evictions and provide valuable insights on how to avoid these pitfalls to ensure a smoother and legally compliant eviction process.

DISCUSSION TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Just cause, and what it means to be “at fault” and “no fault” when seeking recovery of a rental unit.

• Every eviction starts with a notice. Making a mistake on your notice, such as forgetting to add fair market rent (FMR) for County of Los Angeles, missing bedrooms for City of Los Angeles, failure to file notices (Cities of Los Angeles and Pasadena), incorrect service, and failure to notify tenants of their rights (right to counsel and tenant protections) can set back your timing and cost you money.

• The habitability issue defense suddenly being claimed by your tenant, and how to deal with this and other false claims.

• How and when to engage an attorney in your eviction process– what are the expectations on communication and timing of case? And, how to prepare yourself for your court date?

• What is the time and cost of any eviction?

• When is a tenant buyout agreement (“cash for keys”) your best option to save time and money?

GUEST SPEAKER: Edrin Shamtob, Co-Founder and Senior Attorney, SNS Law Group, LLP

Edrin Shamtob is the senior attorney of SNS Law Group LLP with nearly a decade of experience specializing in commercial and residential evictions and unlawful detainer actions. Edrin has successfully litigated hundreds of cases for both plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of disputes including eviction and landlord/tenant actions. As a seasoned trial lawyer, Edrin can successfully and effectively prosecute complex real estate, financial, and business actions and holds the knowledge and expertise to successfully navigate and prevail in multifaceted litigations. Edrin will help you exercise your landlord rights, stop losing money to your unwanted tenant, protect your valuable investment, and quickly process your eviction with care and dedication.