Getting Prepared for Court: What to Do and How to Behave to Win!


Wednesday, February 1, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (PST)
Live via Zoom!
* Registration open until 2/1/23 at 11:00 AM (PST)
* Registration open until 2/1/23 at 11:00 AM (PST)
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Category: AAGLA Member Webinars

Join Us for Another Fascinating Presentation by Well-Known Multifamily Property Management Expert, Patti Widget

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your eviction case has been immediately tossed out by the judge due to a technicality or a situation where you have been outgunned by your tenant and their attorney? Don't let this ever happen to you. Join us and hear some real-life horror stories as only told by Patti Widget. This webinar will give YOU the professional advice you need to avoid appearing in your own, real-life "Judge Judy"-type horror story. Our property management expert, Patti Widget from Widget's Way, will provide you with the advice you need to adequately get yourself ready to have your winning day in court. Attending this webinar will help you avoid courtroom situations that can get you into trouble — we guarantee it! If you are planning to sue your tenant, DON'T GO UNPREPARED to your day in court, otherwise it will be like pouring money and time down the drain. Just don't do it.

Leading multifamily industry expert, Patti Widget, the founder of Widget's Way, joins us for another amazing presentation that will help YOU to be ready to prevail in your next lawsuit. During the webinar, we will also cover the following:

  • Real-life court situations, how to prepare yourself, and how YOU can avoid making major mistakes.
  • Leading up to your court date, what documents and information should you gather and review?
  • Crossing the T’s and dotting the I’s — what is needed to be certain you will not be thrown out due to a technicality.
  • What to expect on court day? How to address the judge and interact with your legal counsel?
  • The importance of how you portray yourself — dress, tone of speech, and of course, never be late!
  • What to bring with you to the Courthouse?
  • And wait — there's so much more. YOUR questions will help lead the discussion.

This will be a live, interactive, online learning session. Live Q&A will take place throughout the online seminar. Please join us for what will surely be an extremely informative and entertaining presentation by our property management expert, Patti Widget, founder of Widget's Way. Please log in to register. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Events Manager Diana Alcaraz via email at diana@aagla.org. For faster service, please have your membership number ready. We look forward to seeing you. Please stay diligent and be healthy!

WARNING: THE INFORMATION PROVIDED DURING THIS WEBINAR IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. ABSOLUTELY NO LEGAL OR TAX ADVICE IS BEING GIVEN DURING THIS WEBINAR. BEAR IN MIND THAT EVERY SITUATION IS UNIQUE, AND THE LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. SO, BEFORE ACTING, BE SURE TO OBTAIN TAX AND/OR LEGAL ADVICE FROM A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL.

Panelist(s):

Patti Widget, Founder & Property Management Expert, Widget's Way
Patti has nearly 25 years of experience as a regional property manager. She teaches a wide range of classes on property management topics, is a keynote speaker on property management and housing issues, and has published numerous articles for apartment associations. Patti is a repeat guest speaker at UCLA and holds certifications including CA licensed Real Estate Broker, CCRM, EPA-certified lead-based paint renovator, and Fair Housing trainer.

Moderator:

Daniel Yukelson, Executive Director, Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles
Daniel is currently the Executive Director of AAGLA. A Certified Public Accountant, Daniel began his career at Ernst & Young and has held senior financial roles for public, private, and start-up companies. He was previously CFO at Premiere Radio Networks and Oasis West Realty, involved in the construction of the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. Daniel also served on the Planning and Public Works Commissions for the City of Beverly Hills.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

Title Sponsor: SNS Law Group
SNS Law Group, LLP provides quality legal services in real estate law. Their attorneys have handled hundreds of real estate litigation cases and recovered millions for clients. Specialties include eviction actions, landlord-tenant disputes, breach of leases, investor fraud, and construction claims. For more information, contact Edrin Shamtob at (424) 220-2052 or visit their website.

Title Sponsor: Home Depot Pro
Home Depot Pro XTRA offers members concierge-level service, a 2% cash-back bonus, special pricing, and multiple delivery options. To enroll, visit www.homedepot/c/pro_xtra or call (866) 333-3551. Use Code HDNAA-AALA to indicate your AAGLA membership.

Featured Presentation By:

Widget

Title Sponsor(s):

Home Depot 

* Registration open until 2/1/23 at 11:00 AM (PST)
* Registration open until 2/1/23 at 11:00 AM (PST)
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Diana Alcaraz

Diana Alcaraz

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Manager, Events & Education, Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles

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