Real Estate Law

California's real estate market beckons investors with its sunshine, diverse landscapes and vibrant economies. But before you dive in, you’ll want to treat a basic understanding of land zoning as a non-negotiable part of your preparation process. Zoning dictates how a...

Land disputes can take many forms, but few are as threatening and disruptive to established property rights as adverse possession, wherein individuals may lay claim to land through occupation and use over time. This situation has the potential to upend long-standing...

Have you ever wondered why a utility line cuts through a seemingly random portion of someone’s backyard or why a neighbor has a designated path leading to their property across another’s land? These are likely instances involving easements. Easements are legal...

An unlawful detainer lawsuit is a legal action filed by a landlord to evict a tenant who is unlawfully staying in a rental property. This typically occurs when a tenant violates the terms of the lease agreement, fails to pay rent or continues staying in the property...

In California, buying or selling a home involves numerous disclosures to ensure transparency and protect both parties. Among these disclosures, those related to methamphetamine contamination and the presence of drug labs have become increasingly significant....

When you’re purchasing a property, it’s important to learn as much as possible about the details of that property and what obligations you will have. For example, the property may have an easement, meaning that someone else is allowed to use that property in certain...

The California housing market is relatively competitive. There is a constant demand for housing and inventory levels cannot keep up with that demand. Prices increase in part because of how demand outpaces development. Those hoping to buy a home, including those who...

It seems like more people are wanting to rent rather than buy homes. As a landlord, this is great news to hear. However, you also know that you will likely have a rotation of tenants before someone stays long-term.  While many tenants may leave because they’re looking...

When signing a commercial lease, there are a few different ways for the lease to be set up. Both the person who is drafting it and the one who is signing need to be well aware of their obligations. In part, these are defined by whether or not it is a triple-net lease....

Signing a commercial lease can make a big difference to a company's future operations. The right location can help it connect with more consumers. There won't be a mortgage to worry about if the company fails, and moving to bigger or smaller facilities as the company...