Eviction and Unlawful Detainer
We represent both landlords and tenants in Van Nuys unlawful detainer and eviction matters.
Van Nuys eviction lawyerLos Angeles County (neighborhood of Los Angeles)
Landlord-Tenant Lawyer in Van Nuys
Van Nuys is one of the most densely populated neighborhoods in the San Fernando Valley, with a predominantly working-class renter majority in older apartment complexes along major boulevards.
Baghikian Law serves clients in Van Nuys and the surrounding Los Angeles County (neighborhood of Los Angeles) 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 Van Nuys are generally heard at the Van Nuys Courthouse East, 6230 Sylmar Ave., Van Nuys 91401. Van Nuys is a neighborhood within the City of Los Angeles. City of LA RSO applies to qualifying units (pre-October 1, 1978).
We serve renters and owners throughout Van Nuys, including Lake Balboa, Valley Glen adjacent, Panorama City adjacent, Sherman Oaks adjacent, and Van Nuys Civic Center.
How We Help Van Nuys Clients
Habitability and Tenant Rights
For tenants only: we pursue repairs and damages for unsafe Van Nuys rentals.
Van Nuys habitability lawyerRent Control Violations
We enforce AB 1482 and any local Van Nuys rent rules and pursue damages for illegal increases.
Van Nuys rent control violations lawyerWrongful and Constructive Eviction
We hold Van Nuys landlords accountable for lockouts, shutoffs, and harassment.
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Questions from Van Nuys Clients
How long does an eviction take in Van Nuys?
An uncontested case in Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys?
Unlawful detainer cases for Van Nuys are generally filed at the Van Nuys Courthouse East, 6230 Sylmar Ave., Van Nuys 91401. The exact filing location is set by the property ZIP code under the Los Angeles Superior Court local rules.
How many days does a Van Nuys tenant have to respond to an eviction?
As of 2025, a tenant served with an unlawful detainer summons in Van Nuys 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.