Pre-Judgment Claims
This is a legal procedure followed by our office which prevents an unknown person from coming forward at the last minute to try to delay the eviction, by claiming that he (or she) is a legal tenant of the premises. Also called an "Arrieta" claim.

Bankruptcy Relief
Your tenant may try to delay the eviction process by filing a Petition in Bankruptcy. Although the most common type is a Chapter 7, your tenant may also file petitions under other chapters, including Chapter 13 or Chapter 11. Under Federal Law, all civil process must stop immediately upon the filing of the Petition. Neither the Sheriff nor you may take any steps to continue with the eviction process without first obtaining permission from the U. S. Bankruptcy Court. This permission is not currently required, though, in San Bernardino County, so a Petition in Bankruptcy does not delay the eviction process if you are fortunate enough to have your property located there.

We are experienced in obtaining such permission from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court granting us the right to proceed with our eviction remedies to recover possession of your premises for you, if your property is located other than in San Bernardino County.

Lockout Assistance
If you are unable or unwilling to meet the Sheriff at the time designated for the lockout, we can arrange to have someone do this for you. We can also hire a locksmith for you if you so request.

Judgment Collection
We have a full-time collection office available if you choose to pursue your former tenants for the amount of any money judgment obtained against them. This is generally done on a percentage basis.

Rent Control
Many cities, including, but not limited to, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Santa Monica and Berkeley, have ordinances which restrict both the right of the landlord to increase rents and the circumstances under which a landlord may evict a tenant. These same ordinances generally also require that the landlord must register each rental unit before renting it to a tenant. This registration is in addition to any business license requirement imposed by the same city.