Classes
Watch the videos, come to class, and follow instructions for the best possible outcome in your case!
We will teach you how to prepare your case for trial,
and if a lawyer is available when your trial starts, we will represent you.
Link for all Classes
(unless otherwise noted).
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4974728448?pwd=dDl4cG9oS1U2b24zM2dNbnYyQXdNUT09
By phone: Dial 1 (669) 444-9171, and then type this into the keypad: 4974728448# passcode: 077142
All classes are via Zoom unless otherwise noted.
Monday -
8 AM
Zoom Office Hours (M-F 8 AM).
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12-2 PM
How to Respond to a Notice from Your Landlord.
Do you have a 3-day notice to pay rent or quit? A 3-day notice to cure covenant or quit? A 30, 60, or 120-day notice to quit? Or any other notice from your landlord. Learn how to respond.
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4-6 PM
Be a TEP Pro.
If you want to stay in your unit, we will teach you to prepare your case for trial, and if a lawyer is available, we will represent you when your trial starts.
If you want to move, we will teach you how to make the best possible agreement.
This 2-hour introduction to TEP explains how to be efficient and effective to maximize your chances of representation.
This 2-hour introduction is required to attend our TEP Class on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 PM or on Saturdays at 9:30 AM. Or you can watch our videos 1A, 1B, and 1C.
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6-8:30 PM
Tenant Empowerment Program (TEP) Class.
TEP Program participants share their victories of the week so you can learn from them.
We will also go over mistakes that were made. What are the consequences of each mistake? How to fix them? How do you avoid making them in your case?
Finally, we will counsel tenants with court or other deadlines on Tuesday and Wednesday.
VIDEOS 1A, 1B, and 1C are required viewing BEFORE attending this class.
Tuesday -
8 AM
Zoom Office Hours (M-F 8 AM).
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12-2 PM
How to respond to discovery.
Did you get any of the following:
Interrogatories
Form Interrogatories UD
Form Interrogatories General
Special Interrogatories
Request for Admissions
Demand/Request for Production of Documents
You have to respond in 5 days.
You could lose your case automatically if you do not respond on time. In this workshop, we will teach you how to respond.
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4 PM
How to Prepare for Your First Day of Court.
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6 - 7 PM
Roleplaying the TEP speeches to prepare you for court.
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6-8 PM
Derechos del inquilino:
La Alianza de Californianos para el Empoderamiento Comunitario (ACCE), una organización miembro de la Coalición Stay Housed LA, le enseña sobre los derechos de los inquilinos.
Wednesday -
8 AM
Zoom Office Hours (M-F 8 AM).
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12-2 PM
How to Respond to a Summons and Complaint for Eviction.
Do you have any of these papers?
Notice of Unlawful Detainer Filing from the court?
A Summons and Complaint for Eviction?
Any other papers from the court?
Learn what you need to do to file your response, preserve your right to have a jury of your peers decide the case, and keep your record sealed so that the eviction won’t affect your ability to rent in the future.
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1-4 PM
Jury Selection Class.
We shall prepare you for the process of jury selection.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81180692764?pwd=gLcDbWeoXWwaeAbRj4g37sYRhCt4yO.1
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4-6 PM
Be a TEP Pro.
If you want to stay in your unit, we will teach you to prepare your case for trial, and if a lawyer is available, we will represent you when your trial starts.
If you want to move, we will teach you how to make the best possible agreement.
This 2-hour introduction to TEP explains how to be efficient and effective to maximize your chances of representation.
This 2-hour introduction is required to attend our TEP Class on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 PM or on Saturdays at 9:30 AM. Or you can watch our videos 1A, 1B, and 1C.
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6-8:30 PM
Tenant Empowerment Program (TEP) Class.
TEP Program participants share their victories of the week so you can learn from them.
We will also go over mistakes that were made. What are the consequences of each mistake? How to fix them? How do you avoid making them in your case?
Finally, we will counsel tenants with court or other deadlines on Thursday, Friday, and Monday.
VIDEOS 1A, 1B, and 1C are required viewing BEFORE attending this class.
Thursday -
8 AM
Zoom Office Hours (M-F 8 AM).
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12-2 PM
How to respond to discovery.
Did you get any of the following:
Interrogatories
Form Interrogatories UD
Form Interrogatories General
Special Interrogatories
Request for Admissions
Demand/Request for Production of Documents
You have to respond in 5 days.
You could lose your case automatically if you do not respond on time. In this workshop, we will teach you how to respond.
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1-4 PM
Opening Statement Class.
We shall teach you all about the opening statement of cases.
This is an in-person-only class. See the front page for the address.
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5:00 pm
Tenant rights.
The Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment (ACCE), a Stay Housed LA Coalition member organization, teaches you about tenant rights.
With volunteer attorney Ira Spiro.
https://calorganize-org.zoom.us/j/84489313723
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6 - 8 PM
Understanding the Trial Binder.
Friday -
8 AM
Zoom Office Hours (M-F 8 AM).
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12-2 PM
Negotiation. Do I stay or do I go?
Learn how to get the best possible result in your case. Should you go to trial, or should you settle with a move-out agreement? How much time can you get? Can the rent you have not paid be forgiven? Can you get relocation money or rental assistance?
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3 PM
Exhibit Binder Class.
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6:00 PM
Tenant Support Group.
In this empowering and supportive group meeting, tenants who have used EDN's services and have gone through the eviction process will guide you through what you can expect to happen in your case. This is a class for tenants by tenants. It is a must for those who are nervous and want to connect with people who have been through what you are going through!
Saturday -
8-10:00 AM
Be a TEP Pro.
If you want to stay in your unit, we will teach you to prepare your case for trial, and if a lawyer is available, we will represent you when your trial starts.
If you want to move, we will teach you how to make the best possible agreement.
This 2-hour introduction to TEP explains how to be efficient and effective to maximize your chances of representation.
This 2-hour introduction is required to attend our TEP Class on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 PM or on Saturdays at 9:30 AM. Or you can watch our videos 1A, 1B, and 1C.
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10:00 -11:00 AM
Victories & Cautionary Tales.
TEP Program participants share their victories of the week so you can learn from them.
We will also go over mistakes that were made. What are the consequences of each mistake? How to fix them? How do you avoid making them in your case?
Finally, we will counsel tenants with court or other deadlines on Tuesday and Wednesday.
VIDEOS 1A, 1B, and 1C are required viewing BEFORE attending this class.
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SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT NOTICE
We reserve the right to cancel a class or webinar without notice, particularly on court holidays or the weekends of court holidays.
We will announce whether the class will take place at the TEP Classes leading up to it.