Areas of Practice
Criminal Defense
Types Of Criminal Charges Handled By Jeffrey Sklan
Jeffrey Sklan works with individuals accused of committing a wide array of crimes. These include lifestyle matters related to recreational drug use, as well as more serious charges involving violent crimes, driving under the influence of alcohol, vehicular manslaughter, rape, homicide and murder. A compassionate attorney, Jeffrey Sklan believes that all of his clients deserve high-quality representation, no matter the nature of the criminal charges they are currently facing. Whether you are dealing with misdemeanor or felony charges, you can count on Jeffrey Sklan to serve as a loyal advocate both in and out of the courtroom.
The Repercussions of a Criminal Record
Criminal charges hold the potential to completely tear apart one’s life. If found guilty, the accused individual may face significant fines, required participation in rehabilitation programs or even time behind bars. The consequences do not end after the sentence has been completed; long-term repercussions could include difficult securing housing and employment, as well as a damaged reputation in the community at large. These and other problems can be avoided through the pursuit of dropped charges — a resolution that can be achieved with the help of a criminal defense attorney such as Jeffrey Sklan.
Family Law Representation
Over the past 36 years family related laws have changed a lot. The courts have changed too, as have some attorneys in the way that they will handle their cases. There is a disturbing trend in which one party makes false accusations to gain an unfair advantage in the courtroom. These cases are frequently seen when one parent wants to reduce or take away custody or visitation from the other parent or guardian, to decrease child support that they are paying or to affect the spousal support that their giving their ex partner. These accusations range from things like improper sexual conduct to physiological abuse or the failure to protect their minor children.
Representation for Your Loved Ones
Attorney Sklan does not tolerate this type of behavior and will dig deep to have it stopped so that his client has a fair chance at getting the outcome they desire. These issues are not for a sweet, quiet mannered lawyer; you need someone who is not afraid to fight and will be aggressive in and out of the courtroom. The Law Offices of Jeffrey Sklan routinely handles all sorts of family law cases including divorce, child support, child custody, name changes, preservation of pension rights, equitable division of property and debts. Since 1979 Attorney Sklan has been helping couples dissolve their marriages and work out solutions that are agreeable to both parities. When a compromise cannot be made, he stands on your side and fights for your rights to be upheld.
Landlord Tenant - Eviction Matters
Great Clients Equal A Great ROI On Your Investment Properties
Whether you are owner of a few properties and manage them by yourself, or are a property manager hired by an investor or complex, you know that keeping your units rented with clients who abide by their lease and pay on time is essential to keeping profits strong. Unfortunately everyone gets a troublesome tenant once in awhile; no matter how much due diligence you do, how carefully you screen them, they still get past you. Fortunately you do not have to just “wait it out” and hope that they decide to move on in the next couple of months. This type of renter rarely does. In this case you need to take legal action to evict them. You are in the right place if you are ready to take action and evict your problematic tenant. Attorney Sklan guides you through the whole process, explaining it as you go so that you can get your tenant removed as quickly as possible. We know time is of the essence, and we have systematized our process so that we can speed up your case as much as humanly possible so that you do not continue losing money.
More than 30 years ago, Attorney Sklan assisted a property manager transform a troubled apartment complex into a thriving property full of paying clients who were a joy to manage. Now, more than 7000 evictions later, he is at the top of his game and is frequently contacted by his colleagues who are looking for help with drawing up the eviction papers and carrying out the orders. From complicated corporate evictions to simple uncontested situations where you need to evict a tenant from a home or rent controlled property in the City of Los Angeles or the County of Los Angeles, Attorney Sklan is ready to help you send them on their way.