Eviction and Unlawful Detainer
We represent both landlords and tenants in Culver City unlawful detainer and eviction matters.
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Landlord-Tenant Lawyer in Culver City
Culver City has become a tech and media hub (Amazon Studios, Apple TV+) with surging rents, a local rent stabilization ordinance protecting older tenants, and a tight rental market in its compact 5-square-mile footprint.
Baghikian Law serves clients in Culver City and the surrounding Los Angeles County area. We represent both landlords and tenants in eviction and unlawful detainer matters, and we represent tenants in habitability, wrongful-eviction, and rent-control disputes. Our firm brings precision, speed, and consistent communication to every case.
Landlord-tenant law is highly local. Notice requirements, just-cause rules, and rent ordinances differ between jurisdictions, and the details often decide the case. Unlawful detainer matters for Culver City are generally heard at the Santa Monica Courthouse, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica 90401. Culver City Rent Stabilization Ordinance, applies to multi-family units built before February 1, 1995. Current allowable increase: 3.25% for increases taking effect November 1 to 30, 2025; annual range is 2% to 5% tied to CPI.
We serve renters and owners throughout Culver City, including Downtown Culver City, Fox Hills, Blair Hills, Sunkist Park, and Culver West.
How We Help Culver City Clients
Habitability and Tenant Rights
For tenants only: we pursue repairs and damages for unsafe Culver City rentals.
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We enforce AB 1482 and any local Culver City rent rules and pursue damages for illegal increases.
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We hold Culver City landlords accountable for lockouts, shutoffs, and harassment.
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Questions from Culver City Clients
How long does an eviction take in Culver City?
An uncontested case in Culver City typically runs 30 to 45 days from service of the unlawful detainer through judgment, plus the sheriff's notice-to-vacate period. A contested case that goes to trial usually takes 60 to 90 days, and local backlogs can add more.
Which court hears eviction cases for Culver City?
Unlawful detainer cases for Culver City are generally filed at the Santa Monica Courthouse, 1725 Main St., Santa Monica 90401. The exact filing location is set by the property ZIP code under the Los Angeles Superior Court local rules.
How many days does a Culver City tenant have to respond to an eviction?
As of 2025, a tenant served with an unlawful detainer summons in Culver City has 10 business days to file a written response. Missing that window can lead to a default judgment, so both landlords and tenants should act quickly.