Gardena Eviction Attorney
Landlord-side representation only. Every matter begins with a paid initial phone consultation, with clear, published pricing for every step of the eviction process.
Clear, Up-Front Pricing for Landlords
We offer clear, published pricing for most Gardena eviction cases. Schedule a paid consultation and we’ll discuss your case, get you going in the right direction, and let you know if we can assist. Scheduling and paying for a consultation does not guarantee that we will be able to represent you.
Termination Notice
- We draft your 3-day, 30-day, or 60-day notice.
- We determine the best notice for your Gardena property and situation.
- Prompt local service arranged for you.
Non-Contested Eviction
- Research, prepare, draft & file the summons and complaint.
- Service arranged, with guidance through the unlawful detainer process filed with the Los Angeles County Superior Court.
- Request default judgment; guided to sheriff lockout.
- Costs are extra. Starts with a paid initial consultation.
Monthly Landlord Plan
- Up to 10 emails per month, or 1 hour of attorney time.
- Answers to your Gardena landlord-tenant questions.
- No long-term commitment required.
Costs are extra. Prices are starting points and may vary based on the facts of your case.
We do not handle cases in which there is any illegal construction or habitability complaints.
Prefer to handle it yourself? Ask about our DIY / unbundled documents drafted by an eviction attorney.
Why Gardena Landlords Choose Us
We are a focused eviction practice dedicated entirely to landlords. When you hire us, you get direct access to an experienced attorney: not a call center, not a paralegal, not whoever picks up the phone.
You Work Directly with David
Your case is handled by David Piotrowski personally, not passed to a paralegal or a staff attorney you have never spoken to. You can reach us when you have questions, and you will know exactly where your case stands.
Landlords Only. Every Case, Every Day.
We never represent tenants. That means no conflicts of interest, no divided loyalties, and a strategy built entirely around winning for landlords. Volume mills take anything that walks in the door. We don’t.
20+ Years of Eviction Experience
We have been representing California landlords in eviction cases for over 20 years. We know the courts, we know the process, and we know how to move your case efficiently from the first notice to the final lockout.
Gardena Eviction Attorney for Landlords
Gardena is a South Bay city in Los Angeles County with a long history as home to one of the region’s Japanese-American communities and to several of the state’s oldest legal card rooms, with a rental market of apartment communities and single-family neighborhoods along the Western Avenue and Artesia Boulevard corridors. If your Gardena tenant stopped paying rent, violated the lease, or is simply refusing to leave, you need an eviction attorney who knows the process and fights for landlords. The Law Office of David Piotrowski has been representing Los Angeles County landlords in tenant eviction cases for over 20 years. We never represent tenants.
California law prohibits self-help evictions. You cannot change the locks, remove the tenant’s belongings, shut off utilities, or physically remove anyone from the property. Doing so exposes you to substantial liability regardless of how overdue the rent is.
Gardena does not have a local rent-control ordinance or a local just-cause eviction requirement. The city does run a longstanding rent mediation program. Beyond that, Gardena rentals are governed by California’s statewide AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act). Every Gardena matter begins with a paid initial consultation, where we review your property and the reason for the eviction and walk you through the clear, published pricing below. Contact us to schedule your consultation.
Verified 5-Star Reviews from Landlord Clients
Real feedback from landlords we’ve represented in eviction matters, including several who started with nothing more than a paid phone consultation.
I scheduled a 15 minute consultation with David and he provided me with a wealth of info in that short amount of time. It was a pleasure to have the convenience to schedule the appt the night before and have the appt the next morning. I will be utilizing his services again!
David is a professional’s professional. He came very prepared for our brief consultation. He maximized our time by having answers to all my questions even before I asked them. He also provided options, recommendations and helpful links to government pages etc that may help as reference in my situation.
I had a tenant issue, the last thing a landlord wants to handle. Fortunately, I found David’s law firm. Set up an appointment with him. He was punctual, very nice and professional. He viewed the lease, answered all my questions and explained the entire possible eviction process step by step. I was very happy with the conversation, then used his service to issue notice to tenants. Once the notice is delivered, tenants complied with the notice and the issue was solved. Greatly appreciate David’s professional services. Highly recommend David to landlords with no hesitation.
I needed help on eviction, and I was turned down by many because in Los Angeles, landlords have minimal rights. David walked me through the process and was there throughout until the end. David is an absolute professional.
I would highly recommend using David for any tenant issues. His communication skills are excellent and he really takes time to explain your best options. He helped to advise on better lease agreements for future tenants as well. He was successful in resolving our tenant issue in the quickest way possible. Thank you David.
David is the only contact you need for tenant issues. I could not recommend him enough for anyone that is looking. I will use him and his team for any tenant problems I have in the future. Awesome service!
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What to Prepare for Your Paid Consultation
When you schedule your paid Gardena eviction consultation, we will discuss your situation in detail, including your property type and the reason for the eviction, to confirm the right path and pricing for your case. The more information you provide up front, the more useful the call will be.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions Gardena landlords ask about the tenant eviction process.
Drafting and serving a termination notice starts at $250. A non-contested full-service eviction starts at $995 and includes preparing, drafting, and filing the summons and complaint, service, and requesting a default judgment. Court costs are extra, and pricing can vary with the facts of your case. We begin every matter with a paid initial consultation to review your situation and confirm the exact cost.
Yes. Every matter begins with a paid phone consultation. When you schedule a call, our scheduling page shows the cost of the consultation before you book.
No, not a rent-control ordinance. Gardena does have a longstanding rent mediation program. This process does not cap how much rent can be raised and does not require just cause to end a tenancy; it is a notice-and-mediation requirement, not rent control. Beyond that program, Gardena rentals are governed by California’s statewide AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act), which requires a just-cause reason to end a tenancy once a tenant has lived in the unit for 12 months or more, and caps annual rent increases for most covered units. We recommend confirming which rules apply to your specific property during your paid consultation.
Nonpayment of rent is an at-fault reason that does not require relocation assistance under AB 1482. The first step is typically a 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit. Schedule a paid consultation so we can review your situation and get the right notice drafted and served.
A 3-day notice is a written notice served on a tenant demanding they pay overdue rent, cure a lease violation, or vacate the property within 3 days. It is typically the first required step for an at-fault eviction reason before an unlawful detainer lawsuit can be filed with the Los Angeles County Superior Court. We draft and arrange service of 3-day notices starting at $250.
A 30-day or 60-day notice is generally used for a no-fault reason, meaning the tenant did not do anything wrong. Under AB 1482, most no-fault reasons (such as an owner or family member moving in, or removing the unit from the rental market) require the landlord to pay the tenant relocation assistance once the just-cause protections apply. Schedule a paid consultation to confirm which notice and requirements fit your situation.
No. California law strictly prohibits “self-help” eviction tactics including changing the locks, removing a tenant’s belongings, shutting off utilities, or physically removing someone from a rental property. Taking any of these actions can expose you to significant legal liability regardless of how much rent is owed. You must go through the lawful unlawful detainer (eviction lawsuit) process.
No, Gardena does not cap rent increases through a local rent-control ordinance. Gardena has a rent mediation program. Beyond that, California’s statewide AB 1482 governs rent increases and just-cause evictions for most Gardena rentals not otherwise exempt. Single-family homes and condos may be exempt from AB 1482 if the owner is not a corporation or REIT and proper written notice was given. We recommend a paid consultation to confirm how these rules apply to your specific property before serving any notice.
No. The Law Office of David Piotrowski represents landlords only in all Gardena eviction matters. We never represent tenants. This exclusive focus means our advice, strategy, and preparation are always fully aligned with your interests as a landlord.
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We Serve Gardena and the South Bay
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