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Expert Tenant Lawyers Defending Your Rights Against Landlords
As a tenant, you have the right to live in safe, habitable conditions without fear of unfair treatment. Unfortunately, many renters face challenges such as withheld security deposits, unaddressed repair requests, or retaliatory actions from landlords. I am a renter lawyer at Tapanian Law in the Glendale, CA area who is committed to advocating exclusively for tenants to ensure their voices are heard, and their rights are upheld.
Tapanian Law’s landlord tenant attorney in Glendale, CA assists with a wide range of landlord-tenant disputes, including housing code violations. Tapanian Law brings a deep understanding of tenant rights and local housing laws, giving you the confidence to stand up to unfair practices.
Navigating legal disputes with a landlord can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our Glendale rental rights lawyer is here to provide expert guidance in landlord tenant disputes, strategic representation, and unwavering support. Schedule your FREE consultation with our landlord tenant attorney in Glendale, CA today, and let us help you take the first step toward protecting your home and your rights.
Uninhabitable Rental Units
In California, tenants facing significant neglect of maintenance by their landlord have several legal options for recovery. If you're dealing with habitability issues in your rental property, you may be able to file a lawsuit against your landlord. At Tapanian Law, APC, our tenant rights attorneys are here to help you understand your rights, explore your legal options, and pursue rightful compensation from your negligent landlord. Click here to learn more.
Illegal Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
In California, contracts for an illegal purpose, such as a lease agreement for an illegal accessory dwelling unit, are unlawful and void. An illegal accessory dwelling unit is a unit with no certificate of occupancy. A landlord is not entitled to collect or request rent from the tenant in an unpermitted, illegal unit. Additionally, a tenant may elect to rescind a lease agreement where there is no Certificate of Occupancy or permit for the subject premises. As such, individuals living in an illegal accessory dwelling unit are entitled to receive restitution of all monies paid to the Defendants under the void and illegal lease. Click here to learn more.
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Based in Glendale and serving clients across Los Angeles County. Choose your city to learn more about landlord and tenant issues in your area: Pasadena · Burbank · Arcadia · Monrovia · Los Angeles · Alhambra · Altadena · Hollywood · Beverly Hills · Sherman Oaks · Echo Park · Rosemead · Duarte · Azusa · Glendora · Santa Monica · Whittier · Marina Del Rey · South Gate · San Dimas.
Serving tenants throughout California. San Diego area: San Diego · Chula Vista · Oceanside · Escondido · El Cajon · Carlsbad · La Jolla · National City · Vista · San Marcos · Santee · Encinitas.
San Francisco Bay Area: San Francisco · Oakland · San Jose · Berkeley · Daly City · Fremont · Hayward · Palo Alto · Walnut Creek · Santa Clara · San Mateo · Richmond.
Frequently Asked Questions About Landlord-Tenant Law
1. What does a tenant rights lawyer in Glendale, CA do?
A tenant rights lawyer helps renters understand and enforce their legal rights when disputes arise with landlords or property managers. Common issues include unsafe living conditions, withheld security deposits, unlawful eviction practices, landlord harassment, retaliation, and disputes involving potentially unpermitted rental units. Tapanian Law represents tenants in Glendale and surrounding Southern California communities.
2. What can I do if my landlord refuses to make necessary repairs in California?
California landlords generally must maintain residential rental properties in a habitable condition. If your landlord ignores serious problems involving plumbing, heating, electrical systems, water intrusion, pests, or other health and safety concerns, document the conditions and submit repair requests in writing. Depending on the circumstances, you may have legal remedies. Speak with a tenant rights attorney before withholding rent or attempting to make repairs and deduct the cost.
3. Can I sue my landlord for an uninhabitable apartment in California?
You may be able to bring a legal claim if your landlord fails to maintain required living conditions and that failure causes legally recognized harm. Potential remedies depend on the severity of the conditions, the landlord's knowledge, the applicable law, and the losses you experienced. Photographs, repair requests, inspection reports, and medical or financial records may help support an evaluation of your case.
4. What can I do if my landlord refuses to return my security deposit?
California law generally requires a landlord to return the remaining security deposit and provide an itemized statement of applicable deductions within 21 calendar days after a tenant moves out. Permitted deductions are limited by law. If your landlord improperly withholds your deposit, you may be able to pursue its return and, in certain cases involving bad faith, additional damages.
5. Can my landlord evict me without going to court in California?
Generally, a landlord cannot legally remove a residential tenant by changing the locks, shutting off essential utilities, or removing belongings instead of following the lawful eviction process. A landlord typically must provide the legally required notice and obtain a court judgment and appropriate enforcement before physically removing a tenant. Specific requirements and exceptions depend on the tenancy and circumstances.
6. Is landlord retaliation illegal in California?
California law prohibits certain forms of landlord retaliation against tenants who exercise legally protected rights, such as reporting qualifying housing conditions or asserting rights under applicable tenant-protection laws. Depending on the facts, retaliatory conduct may involve an eviction attempt, rent increase, or reduction in services. Not every dispute or adverse action is legally considered retaliation, so the circumstances should be evaluated carefully.
7. Can I recover rent paid for an illegal or unpermitted ADU in California?
Possibly. A rental arrangement involving an unpermitted accessory dwelling unit (ADU) may raise significant legal issues, particularly when the unit lacks required permits or authorization for occupancy. Whether a tenant can recover rent or other payments depends on the property's legal status, the rental agreement, applicable law, and the specific facts. An attorney can assess the available remedies.
8. When should I contact a landlord-tenant lawyer in Glendale?
Consider contacting a tenant lawyer when your landlord ignores serious repair issues, withholds your deposit unfairly, threatens an unlawful lockout, retaliates against you for exercising your rights, or rents a potentially illegal unit. Early legal advice can help you preserve evidence, understand important deadlines, and avoid actions that could affect your rights. Tapanian Law offers free consultations for tenants seeking guidance about landlord disputes.
