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Dedicated Representation for Commercial Landlords and Business Owners

$320,000 Commercial Lease Recovery

Recovered 100% of rent owed plus 100% of attorney’s fees for a corporate housing landlord after tenant default on twelve leases. Practice Area: Lease Enforcement Outcome: Full contractual recovery

$2,000,000 Construction Claim Dismissed

Successfully defended the heirs of a property owner against a $2 million construction lawsuit filed by a contractor. Practice Area: Construction Litigation Defense Outcome: Complaint dismissed

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Who We Represent

Davidovich Stein Law Group is a California-based litigation firm representing commercial landlords, property owners, developers, contractors, and business operators in complex real estate and business disputes.

We focus on protecting property rights, enforcing commercial lease agreements, and resolving high-stakes civil litigation matters involving:

  • Commercial lease defaults
  • Unlawful detainer and possession actions
  • Business contract disputes
  • Construction litigation
  • Real estate misrepresentation claims
  • Industrial and retail property conflicts

Our clients include commercial landlords, industrial property owners, real estate developers, contractors, engineers, architects, and business entities operating across retail, office, and industrial sectors.

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What We do

We help clients:

  • Recover unpaid rent and enforce lease terms
  • Regain possession of commercial and industrial property
  • Defend against multimillion-dollar construction claims
  • Resolve partnership and transaction disputes
  • Litigate zoning and disclosure issues
  • Protect ownership interests in high-value real estate assets

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

Unlike general practice firms, we concentrate on commercial disputes involving substantial financial exposure and long-term asset protection.

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Why We Do It

Strategic Advocacy for Property Owners and Business Leaders

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

Commercial 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 resolution.

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Industries We Serve

  • Commercial Real Estate
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Retail Centers
  • Hospitality and Restaurant Tenants
  • Cannabis Manufacturing and Distribution Facilities
  • Construction and Development Projects

We represent both plaintiffs and defendants depending on the strategic needs of the case, but our core practice emphasizes landlord and property-owner advocacy.

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Why Clients Choose Davidovich Stein Law Group

  • Proven record of seven-figure recoveries
  • Successful possession and eviction outcomes
  • Experience handling complex lease and zoning disputes
  • Defense against high-value construction litigation
  • Strategic resolution of tax credit and transaction-related conflicts

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

A landlord-tenant attorney represents landlords or tenants in disputes involving lease agreements, eviction (unlawful detainer) actions, unpaid rent, habitability claims, and lease enforcement. In California, eviction procedures require strict statutory compliance and often proceed on accelerated court timelines.

An uncontested eviction in California may take approximately 4 to 8 weeks, depending on court scheduling. If a tenant contests the eviction, demands a jury trial, or raises legal defenses, the case may extend several months.

An unlawful detainer is the legal process used to remove a tenant after proper notice has been served. It is a summary proceeding under California law, meaning courts prioritize these cases and impose shortened response deadlines.

Yes. 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.

Construction litigation involves disputes between owners, developers, contractors, architects, or engineers regarding breach of contract, construction defects, payment disputes, project delays, or mechanics’ liens.

You should consult a construction litigation attorney when a dispute involves significant financial exposure, alleged defects, nonpayment, lien claims, arbitration demands, or pending litigation. Early legal evaluation can preserve contractual rights and strategic leverage.

Questions about a specific legal issue?

Choosing the right law firm to represent your legal concerns means that you are one step closer to solving your matter successfully. At the Davidovich Stone Law Group, our team of professionals knows what it takes to prepare and represent a case that yields favorable results. We are resourceful problem solvers and committed to providing exceptional advocacy. Our firm offers high-quality legal services to businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, contractors, architects, real estate developers, property owners, tenants, and individuals embroiled in personal injury claims. We understand the importance of guiding a case effectively and efficiently. Instead of unnecessarily over-lawyering an issue or a dispute, which can lead to losses and an increase in costs and time, we will work together to find solutions that produce optimal results.
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Testimonial

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.

Anonymous

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.

Ilan Kenig, CEO, FMB Development

Niv has been an invaluable adviser respecting the evolution of our real estate development projects all over Southern California, and his diverse knowledge of real estate, construction, employment, landlord/tenant, intellectual property, and land use matters, both in the transactional and litigation fields, blend into a one-stop shop where we can have all our questions answered and needs met without having to engage multiple offices to handle our legal affairs. Working with DSLG has made our jobs easier and, most importantly, made us feel secure.

Over 75 Years of Experience in Various Cases

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