Inherited Tenants Refuse To Pay Rent!

[Rick Harris]

Mother passed away Feb. 9. On Feb. 12, I gave her tenants (now mine) 30 day notice to move (not knowing that California requires 60 days). Tenant has not paid Feb. rent yet, claiming that I do not have legal title to the property so am not entitled to rent! ( Yes, I alone am in the will.) Do not have mothers death certificate yet. How can I get rent paid to me AND get them out of there. They say that they need time to get money to move - another reason to not pay me! Any advice before I see an attorney? Thanks guys!