Tenant removal process in Los Angeles (San Pedro)

[Peter Pettersson]

Hi all,

Situation: Have an accepted offer for a fourplex in San Pedro. Walked the property and its a complete redo outside and inside (mold, water damage, sewer issue, etc). The numbers are tight. The construction project would not start until 12 months from now. 

Complication and main concern for backing out: One of the current tenants have lived there for 20 years (over 62 years old) and one is section 8.

Questions: 

• Can anyone share their experience with evicting tenants in LA county for major renovation (I assume that the current Covid regulations will be lifted 12 months from now)?
  
• Can anyone recommend a good lawyer that I can consult with?
• I read that Cash for Keys can be rejected in Los Angeles County, whats your experience with this?

Thank you in advance for the help!