Received an Unlawful Detainer Eviction Summons in California?

Don't Wait - Time is Critical!

Tenant Eviction Defense is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping California tenants defend against eviction lawsuits.

If you have received an Unlawful Detainer Summons, you may have as little as 10 court days to respond.

Our staff are available to discuss your circumstance and help you understand the eviction process.

Call the Tenant's Rights Rapid Response Phone Number Below Now for Assistance:

Call (657) 510-6534

California tenants typically have as little as 10 court days to respond after being served with an Unlawful Detainer Summons.

Missing this deadline can result in a default judgment for eviction, and a Sheriff's Lockout taking place.

If you have received a Summons, call our office immediately at: (657) 510-6534

Our Non-Profit Eviction Defense Program

Tenant Eviction Defense is an IRS 501(c)(3) Tax exempt nonprofit organization that helps California tenants defend against eviction, assert their due process rights under the Civil Code, and remain in their homes.

Tenant Eviction Defense is an IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity organization dedicated to bridging the gap between California tenants and the information they need to protect themselves during eviction proceedings. Every year thousands of California renters lose their homes not because they had no defense, but because they did not know their rights or understand the steps required to assert them. We are here to change that.

We prepare and file the appropriate legal documents with the courts that assert our client's right to due process, protect continued possession of our client's residence, and effectively raise affirmative defenses against Unlawful Detainer Eviction Lawsuits.

Our Services Include

Court Fee Waivers

Prepared and filed to request the court waive your mandatory filing fees.

Strategic Motions

We prepare either a Motion for Demurrer or a Motion to Quash to challenge defective eviction notices and force the landlord to prove their case.

Unlawful Detainer Response

The official legal response required by California courts to prevent an automatic default judgment.

Electronic Filing

We handle the complex e-filing process directly with your local Southern California courthouse.

Education & Resources

Access our comprehensive library of articles on California landlord tenant law, the eviction process, and your rights as a tenant. Knowledge is your most powerful defense.

Procedural Guidance

Understand the steps involved in responding to an eviction lawsuit, the deadlines you must meet, and the forms required by the court in your county.

Personalized Support

Call our office to discuss your specific situation with a staff member who can help you understand your rights and your options — at no obligation.

Our Mission

The mission of Tenant Eviction Defense is to provide education and legal resources to tenants who are facing eviction and seeking to remain in their homes.

We believe that every California renter deserves access to clear, accurate information about their rights and the eviction process — regardless of their income or background. An informed tenant is an empowered tenant.

Tenant Eviction Defense is an IRS 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Nonprofit Public Charity Organization incorporated in the State of California. Our Federal Employer Identification Number is 41-3105953.

We serve tenants throughout Southern California including Orange County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and San Diego County.

Serving Tenants Throughout Southern California

Tenant Eviction Defense assists tenants facing eviction throughout Southern California. We serve tenants in the following counties:

Orange County

Including Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Newport Beach, and surrounding cities.

Los Angeles County

Including Los Angeles, Long Beach, Glendale, Pasadena, Torrance, Burbank, and surrounding cities.

Riverside County

Including Riverside, Corona, Moreno Valley, Temecula, Murrieta, Palm Springs, and surrounding cities.

San Bernardino County

Including San Bernardino, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Victorville, and surrounding cities.

San Diego County

Including San Diego, Chula Vista, Oceanside, Escondido, El Cajon, and surrounding cities.

Call our office at (657) 510-6534 Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to discuss your eviction matter.

Don't Face Eviction Alone
Call Us Today

If you have received an Unlawful Detainer Summons, every day matters. Our staff is available to discuss your situation, answer your questions, and help you understand your rights and options under California law. All calls are confidential.