Eviction and Unlawful Detainer
We represent both landlords and tenants in Los Angeles unlawful detainer and eviction matters.
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Landlord-Tenant Lawyer in Los Angeles
Los Angeles has the largest and most diverse rental market in California, with millions of renters in apartment buildings ranging from pre-war courtyard units to modern high-rises across dozens of distinct neighborhoods.
Baghikian Law serves clients in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles are generally heard at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse, 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles 90012. City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) applies to multi-family units built on or before October 1, 1978 (annual increase currently 3%, effective July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2027). City of LA Just Cause Eviction Ordinance (JCO) covers newer units (post-10/1/1978) not under RSO, effective January 27, 2023, requires just cause to terminate tenancy but does not cap rent.
We serve renters and owners throughout Los Angeles, including Koreatown, Silver Lake, Hollywood, Boyle Heights, Watts, Mid-City, Palms, and Echo Park.
How We Help Los Angeles Clients
Habitability and Tenant Rights
For tenants only: we pursue repairs and damages for unsafe Los Angeles rentals.
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We enforce AB 1482 and any local Los Angeles rent rules and pursue damages for illegal increases.
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We hold Los Angeles landlords accountable for lockouts, shutoffs, and harassment.
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Questions from Los Angeles Clients
How long does an eviction take in Los Angeles?
An uncontested case in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
Unlawful detainer cases for Los Angeles are generally filed at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse, 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles 90012. The exact filing location is set by the property ZIP code under the Los Angeles Superior Court local rules.
How many days does a Los Angeles tenant have to respond to an eviction?
As of 2025, a tenant served with an unlawful detainer summons in Los Angeles 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.