Lighthouse Law Firm, APC

Professional and Ethical Legal Representation | Specializing in Real Estate, Property, Litigation, Estate Planning, Probate, & Landlord / Tenant Matters

Real Estate / Property Law | Estate Planning | Living Trusts | Wills | Probate | Landlord / Tenant Law | Los Angeles, California

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Real Estate / Property Law | Litigation | Estate Planning | Living Trusts | Wills | Probate | Landlord / Tenant Law, Los Angeles, California

Areas of Practice

At Lighthouse Law Firm, APC, we provide the following legal services.

Real Estate / Property Law & Litigation

Real Estate & Property Law
Lighthouse Law Firm, APC and John Calvo, Esq. are Los Angeles based real estate lawyers serving a wide array of real estate professionals including, owners, developers, brokers, agents, escrow officers, contractors, engineers, landlords, tenants, title companies, whether commercial, residential, or industrial, from formation to conflict resolution. If you need to reach a deal, preserve a profit, avoid a pitfall, or resolve disagreements, we provide real solutions.


Real Estate Professionals
We assist real estate professionals whether they are commercial, residential, or industrial agents, to successfully close a challenging real estate transaction or to avoid, or resolve, a potential litigation claim involving their sellers, buyers, lenders or borrowers. We specialize in purchase and sale contracts, coordinating successful closings, and navigating any lending technicalities.  A Realtor that may be concerned that their client or themselves may be sued, by an individual, or have an action by the California Department of Real Estate (DRE), may benefit from a meeting with our firm.  We can also represent Broker owners, Broker associates, Salespersons, and/or Realtors in a complaint or arbitration at their local Association of Realtors (AOR).  Lighthouse Law Firm, APC can provide reliable advice on contract formation, conditions, covenants, provisions, mediation, conflict resolution, and a wide array of real estate needs.


Commercial and Residential Real Estate
Lighthouse Law Firm, APC is well-versed, competent, and experienced in the areas of residential and commercial real estate law. We can advise you on minor residential disputes or complex commercial issues. 


Allow Attorney John Calvo's 30+ years of experience as a full-time California Real Estate Broker increase your chances of winning, and getting a successful resolution to your real estate matter.

Real Estate Litigation

Real estate litigation encompasses a wide range of disputes and issues. Whatever the reason for your real estate litigation, you need counsel and representation from a real estate law practice that understands your needs and will fight for you.  Lighthouse Law Firm, APC is ready to advise you on your legal options and provide legal services to resolve any legal issue related to real estate. 
Resolving a real estate dispute can be complex and overwhelming.  Allow Attorney John Calvo's 30+ years of experience as a California Real Estate Broker increase your chances of winning, and getting a successful resolution to your real estate matter.
We can represent you in various real estate matters, including:

• Quiet Title
• Partition Actions
• Adverse Possession
• Resulting Trust Action
• Constructive Trust Action
• Purchase & Sale Agreements
• Breach of Contract
• Specific Performance of Contract
• Rescission of Contract
• Failure to Disclose
• Fraud / Misrepresentation
• Title Issues
• Easements
• Property Line & Boundary Disputes
• Eminent Domain
• Construction Defects
• Mortgage & Foreclosure


Call John Calvo, Esq. to discuss your unique Real Estate matter now.

Estate Planning (Living Trusts / Wills)

At Lighthouse Law Firm, APC, we understand the importance of planning for the future. Led by Estate Planning Attorney John Calvo, Esq., our team is dedicated to providing top-notch estate planning legal services. Our strategic location allows us to cater to the unique needs of our clients, including those in the entertainment industry, business owners, and individuals seeking comprehensive estate planning solutions.

Unless you legally appoint the decision-maker of your own selection in advance through proper estate planning, then a probate judge will select one for you.  Don't let your largest asset go into probate and cost your family and heirs a lot of money.  Our professional, attentive, and thorough approach ensures that your legal needs are met with the utmost care and precision.

• Living Trusts
• Wills
• Powers of Attorney
• Advanced Health Care Directives
• Conservatorships
• Guardianships

Call our John Calvo, Esq. to start your Estate Planning now.

Probate

Losing a loved one is difficult enough without having to navigate California’s complex probate proceeding. With extensive experience in probate, estate planning, and real estate matters, Attorney John Calvo, Esq., applies his 30+ years of experience and knowledge to advocate for his clients.  If you and your family are currently struggling with the loss of a loved one, regardless of whether he or she died with a will and/or trust, you may be in need of effective, reliable legal representation.



John Calvo, Esq. has dedicated his professional career to assisting families in real estate and probate matters.


Seeking legal representation as soon as possible is crucial when litigating wills and probate.


FEES & COSTS

Probate matters are paid for by the estate of the deceased. The amount of attorney’s fees is set by the California Probate Code which uses a sliding scale based on the appraised value of the decedent’s estate.

Landlord / Tenant Law

Landlords seeking legal representation with tenant disputes and eviction proceedings need an experienced attorney who is knowledgeable about the California landlord-tenant laws, Los Angeles rent stabilization ordinance (RSO), rent control, and eviction control provisions, including just cause evictions, owner-occupancy evictions "OMI", rent non-payment, nuisances, and breach of covenants such as lease subletting restrictions.  Landlords do have substantial legal rights and procedural advantages even in strong tenants' rights localities such as Los Angeles, Hollywood, Santa Monica and other cities in the Los Angeles County.

Attorney John Calvo, Esq. recognizes the challenges landlords face in legal matters and aggressively represents them, at the same time providing practical and cost-effective advice.  We represent parties negotiating for possession of rental units through voluntary buy-outs, and we represent plaintiffs and defendants in wrongful eviction lawsuits.

Careful Planning and Attention to Detail

Representing landlords in landlord-tenant disputes or litigation requires detailed and proactive planning and strict attention to detail, particularly in drafting legal notices to tenants in compliance with all applicable rent-control, administrative and procedural requirements.  That involves immediately identifying the various issues and facts.

Even cases wherein new property owners seek to owner-occupy the dwelling can be extraordinarily difficult.  We manage litigation in an efficient and cost-effective manner without taking shortcuts.  We draft the initiating notice to terminate tenancy carefully because even a minor mistake can cause lengthy delays or have your case thrown out of court.  A claim of wrongful eviction based on landlord conduct can result in costly litigation.

Experienced Legal Representation and Knowledgeable Advice

Landlord-tenant litigation is procedurally intensive and designed to be completed very quickly.  Deadlines for filing pleadings, motion practice, and discovery are particularly short.  Missteps can be costly and force litigants to start the process over again.  Certain categories of residential tenants may be protected from eviction except in cases of non-payment or breach of contract.  Landlords are not advised to represent themselves or use an attorney without substantial experience in this area of practice.  They need reliable and accurate legal advice about how to approach contentious interaction with tenants.  That is what we provide at the Lighthouse Law Firm, APC.

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About Lighthouse Law Firm, APC

Founding Attorney John Calvo, Esq. received his Juris Doctorate (JD) from Glendale University College of Law.  He also graduated with honors (summa cum laude) from NU with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree; majoring in Pre-Law, with a minor in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

Attorney-at-Law John Calvo, Esq. is also a veteran Real Estate Broker with over 30+ years experience successfully representing Sellers, Buyers, Investors, and Landlords through his own Brokerage firm in Los Angeles, California.  In addition to being licensed by the State Bar of California, he is licensed by the California Department of Real Estate, and is also a California Commissioned Notary Public.  Hablo Español.

John is a California native - born and raised in Los Angeles, California in the community of Los Feliz. In his spare time, he loves flying (FAA licensed private pilot), mountain biking, practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (blue belt), traveling, and being an active Dad. He is also an avid Dodgers, Lakers, and Rams fan.

Bar and Court Admissions:
• State Bar of California
• United States District Court for Central District of California
• Supreme Court for the State of California

Licenses:
• State Bar of California - Attorney-at-Law
• California Department of Real Estate (CalDRE) - Real Estate Broker
• California Secretary of State (CalSOS) - Commissioned Notary Public

Professional Memberships:
• Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA)
• California Lawyer's Association (CLA)


Specializations:

• Real Estate / Property Law & Litigation

• Landlord / Tenant Law

• Estate Planning (Living Trusts / Wills)

• Probate

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2910 W. Broadway, Suite 100
Los Angeles, CA 90041

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