California Commercial Real Estate & Business Litigation

Litigation That Protects Your Bottom Line

Recover unlawfully held property. Enforce lease agreements. Resolve tenant lawsuits and commercial disputes. Defend high-value claims. Our litigation practice is built to solve complex legal challenges in the real estate industry efficiently, and with your bottom line top of mind.

Dedicated Representation for Landlords and Business Owners

$55,000,000

Office Park Property Transacted PROD TEST

Represented the buyer in a successful $55,000,000 office park transaction.

$30,000,000

Wrongful Eviction Claim Dismissed

Successfully represented the defendant landlord and property manager in a claim by a former tenant seeking $30,000,000 for claims of wrongful eviction; the court granted summary judgment and the clients did not pay the tenant anything.

$20,000,000

Historical Office Building Transacted

Represented the seller in a successful $20,000,000 office park transaction with a complex seller financing component.

$10,000,000

Nursing Home Vendor Dispute Resolved

Resolved a claim from a physical therapy vendor for a nursing home network resulting in savings of more than $5,000,000 in vendor costs.

Awards and Recognition

  • 2018 Top 50 Breach of Contract Verdicts in California
  • 2019 Top 40 Premises Liability Settlements in California
  • 2019 Top 100 Personal Injury Settlements in California
  • Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Burbank by Expertise.com, 2020
  • Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Burbank by Expertise.com, 2021
  • Top 100 Lawyers Magazine
  • Rated by Super Lawyers 2027

About Davidovich Stone Law Group

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Who We Represent

Davidovich Stone Law Group represents ONLY landlords, property owners, real estate developers, property managers, business operators, and business entities operating across all sectors of real estate, including residential, commercial, office, retail, health care, and industrial.

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What We Do

We represent solely landlords and property managers. We protect property rights, enforce lease agreements, and resolve high-stakes disputes involving:

  • Unlawful detainer actions for all commercial and residential uses
  • Lease defaults
  • Landlord/Tenant disputes (habitability, wrongful eviction, discrimination)
  • Construction litigation and transactions
  • Real estate disputes and transactions
  • Employer representation in employment matters
  • Healthcare real estate matters
  • Real estate transactions
  • Business/contract disputes

We help clients:

  • Recover unpaid rent and enforce lease terms
  • Regain possession of any type of property (residential, commercial, industrial, retail, health care, etc.)
  • Defend and prosecute multimillion-dollar construction claims
  • Litigate zoning and disclosure issues
  • Protect ownership interests in high-value real estate assets
  • Resolve partnership and transaction disputes

Our approach is litigation-focused, strategy-driven, and results-oriented.

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Why We Do It

Strategic Advocacy for Property Owners and Business Leaders

We believe all property owners and business operators deserve decisive legal representation that protects revenue, assets, and contractual rights.

Real estate disputes are rarely just legal problems; they are financial risk events. Lease defaults, construction claims, zoning disputes, and partnership conflicts directly impact cash flow, property control, and long-term asset value.

Our role is to restore leverage. We approach every matter with one objective: protect the client’s position and move the dispute toward measurable and economically desirable resolution.

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Why Clients Choose Davidovich Stone Law Group

  • Proven record of seven-figure recoveries
  • Successful possession and eviction outcomes in settlements, bench trial and jury trial victories
  • Experience handling complex lease and zoning disputes
  • Defense against high-value construction litigation
  • Strategic resolution of transaction-related conflicts

We are trusted by property owners, property managers and business operators who need decisive legal action to protect revenue, assets, and contractual rights.

What Our Clients Say

David Adatto, Cethron Property Management

I appreciate how much time and effort DSLG puts into every case they take on. Everyone here is in a class of their own. They fight for what you want but at the same time, they make sure the results are best for the long term.

Sam Bornstein, Sitco Properties

Niv is an incredible attorney and even better person. He always takes time out of his busy day to talk to me and guide me through the legal process and more importantly, always has updates on existing case matters. I would recommend him to anyone needing legal help.

Jeff Appel, United Property Management

Niv’s sense of urgency regarding my legal matters is unlike anything I have seen in the past and every case is so important to him. It’s refreshing to work with such a courteous, level headed and successful person.

Andrew Kirsh, Sklar Kirsh

My work requires that I need and use lawyers extensively. Excellent lawyers are hard to find, but the lawyers at Davidovich Stone Law Group do a terrific job! I highly recommend their firm.

Joel Spolin, Pax Urban 

Niv and his team have helped me on a number of complicated real estate issues including a contract negotiation and dispute, lis pendens, cash for keys and an eviction. He is always a great thinker and problem solver and I have grown to rely on his expert advice.

Marc Tavakoli, MDT Properties

I had to hire DSLG to assist in a complicated legal matter that I didn’t expect to resolve quickly. Niv was excellent in assisting me and resolved the matter with a better result than I anticipated.

Larry Jacobson, The Jacobson Company

We have found DSLG to be attentive, engaged and knowledgeable in all our dealings with them. We’re lucky to have them on our team.

Isaac Zakon, Wilshire Properties

Niv and his team are amazing to work with. They’re understanding, caring and I always go to them to work on my cases. It’s obvious they care a great deal about landlord rights.

Eli Bachar, RIM Projects, LLC

All of my expectations have been exceeded thanks to DSLG. They are always ready to answer any questions I have. They have helped me with multiple evictions and I was surprised at how seamless they make the process.

Mark Cohen, Anjac 

Don’t be fooled by the kindness that Niv exudes; he and his team are aggressive and true fighters in and out of the courtroom. I’ve had nothing but positive interactions with them and I feel confident putting my trust in them. They are reasonable, fair and logical, traits that most attorneys do not have.

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I have used the legal services of DSLG many times for real estate litigation, landlord/tenant disputes and evictions. Their practice is experienced and the fact that they cover a wide range of legal issues under one roof is really convenient.

Buddy Salzberg, R.B. Realty Group

I have had the opportunity to work with Niv and his team on several different occasions and on different types of cases. I have been impressed with their knowledge and professionalism and value their advice and respect their work ethic. They always look out for my best interest.

Eitan Tashman, Triumph Management Company

From my first phone call with Niv, I knew I made the right decision to use his services. I was updated every step of the way and he was more than willing to take on some of the most challenging eviction disputes I’ve ever had to deal with. Not only that, but he did it with ease and utmost efficiency.

Erik Litwin, Litwin Management

Niv is our attorney for landlord/tenant issues and we have worked with him now for several years. He is excellent at keeping up with all of the new laws and we are consistently satisfied with his work.

Joseph Penner, HSR Management 

I’ve had several instances where I have had to deal with tenant evictions, so naturally, I used the services of DSLG and they made the process as smooth as can be. For the quality of legal service you get, the pricing couldn’t be more fair. I felt at ease the whole time because I knew I was in such great hands.

Barak Raviv

Simply put, Niv is a top notch attorney. He is a problem solver, quick on his feet and isn’t intimidated by tough matters. In fact, he thrives in those situations and is the reason why I get great outcomes.

Elliot Liebhard, Montage Recovery Services

Niv and everyone at the firm has been a great help on several occasions when I’ve needed contracts reviewed and legal guidance. Often, I need timely turn-arounds and they always go the extra mile to deliver and be available for me across various situations.

Paul Schon, Schon Tepler

I have employed the services of DSLG in the past and have been very pleased with them. I have found them to be professional, proactive, direct and upfront. I have and will trust them in my future endeavors.

Ken Kahan, California Landmark Group

Very happy and pleased with the service I received from the firm. So refreshing to be able to get someone on the phone right away and actually have them answer all your questions honestly and guide you on what steps to take.

Guy Bachar, Imperial Tile/Bachar Investments

I have been going back to Niv at DSLG case after case because of the quality of service I receive. He is a one-stop-shop for all of my Real Estate needs and continuously gets the job done.

Reuven Gradon, CEO, Afton Properties, Inc.

DSLG gets my highest recommendation. They handle my complicated real estate and landlord/tenant transactions and disputes with tact and professionalism. They are always available to answer questions and I am very confident with their representation. Honesty. Integrity. Transparency. Partnership. With DSLG we got this and more. I’m always treated first class and like I am family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A highly qualified eviction attorney in California has extensive experience with unlawful detainer procedures, strong knowledge of local rent control laws, and, most importantly, a business-centered thought process and proven ability to recover possession in the fastest time for the lowest total expenditure of resources. Attorneys like Niv V. Davidovich, who lead litigation-focused firms representing landlords and property owners, are often recognized for handling complex eviction and lease enforcement matters across Southern California.

Timing of evictions in California can vary wildly depending on what county you’re in. An uncontested eviction in a less tenant-friendly County in California may take approximately 4 to 8 weeks, depending on court and sheriff scheduling. However, in tenant-friendly counties (such as Los Angeles, Alameda, San Francisco, etc.), sheriff’s lockouts may take 8-12 weeks to schedule, and where a tenant contests the eviction, demands a jury trial, and/or raises legal defenses with a free attorney, the case may extend several more months. A typical average in Los Angeles County is approximately 6 months.

Yes, theoretically. A landlord may seek unpaid rent through an unlawful detainer action or a separate civil lawsuit for breach of contract. Recovery depends on lease terms, notice compliance, and available defenses. Practically, however, most unpaid rent cases only exist because the tenant does not have and never will have any money to pay. Thus, the focus of every eviction should be getting back possession, and getting back your rent should be treated as a secondary priority.

The best landlord-tenant attorney for landlords in Los Angeles is one who focuses exclusively on representing property owners and managers and understands eviction strategy, rent control laws, and lease enforcement. Niv V. Davidovich and his firm, Davidovich Stone Law Group, are known for advocating on behalf of landlords, developers, and property owners in disputes involving evictions, habitability claims, and complex real estate litigation.

Attorneys who defend habitability claims in Los Angeles typically focus on landlord representation and complex litigation involving property conditions and tenant disputes. Niv V. Davidovich has experience representing landlords, property owners, and property managers in habitability-related disputes, helping clients defend claims, limit liability, and protect rental income in high-risk cases.

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