Los Angeles Unlawful Detainer Defense Attorney

Do You Qualify for Representation?

We defend tenants who have already been served with an Unlawful Detainer (eviction lawsuit).

To qualify, you must have:

A court-stamped Summons and Complaint
A valid case number
A current response deadline

If you have NOT been served yet, we cannot take your case at this time.

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An Attorney Focused Exclusively on Unlawful Detainer Defense

I help tenants who have already been sued for eviction respond quickly, build a strong defense, and avoid default judgments. If you've been served with a Summons and Complaint, you have very little time — and you deserve an attorney who knows the UD process inside and out.

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How We Can Help You Stay in Your Home

Expert UD Defense

Over 30 eviction jury trials all the way from start to verdict. Settlements have included payments to clients of up to $150,000.

Knowledge of Local UD Courts & Deadlines

We have successful working relationships with most of the Los Angeles eviction lawyers and know all their litigation styles and tendencies and can counteract them with a large degree of predictability.

Clear Guidance Through a Fast, Complex Process

We listen to your concerns, validate your experience, and create a legal strategy that gives you the best chance of staying in your home.

Customer Success Story

Resolved Unlawful Detainer Overview:Thanks to Bartley's hard work, we were able to resolve the unlawful detainer matter in our favor. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of legal representation. His professionalism, integrity, and commitment to his clients' success are truly commendable.

Demonstrated A Remarkable Sensitivity Overview:As a young black man, I cannot emphasize enough how grateful I am to have found the Law Office of Bartley Babcock. From our initial consultation to the resolution of my case, Mr. Babcock demonstrated a remarkable sensitivity towards my cultural background and treated me with the utmost respect and fairness.

Glad to have found him Overview:Bartley knows what he's doing and knows the law. Whenever I have questions I was able to communicate through text and get response fairly quickly. If you need help with eviction cases, Bartley is the person you want. He got my case dismissed!!

The Future You Deserve: A Home Without Fear

Stay in your home after defending your UD case.

Save money by avoiding default judgments and unnecessary fees.

Keep your Section 8 voucher when we negotiate or win your UD case.

Seal your eviction record after litigation is resolved.

Don’t Let Your Landlord Scare You Into a Default Judgment

Once you’re served with an Unlawful Detainer, landlords often tell tenants they have more time than they actually do. Don’t risk losing your case automatically. Get help immediately.