Trusts do A LOT all the while protecting the identity of the owner and the assets from being taken during litigation. http://www.exeter1031.com/benefits_of_a_title_hold...

It sounds like he simply abandoned the property which is covered under California Civil Code §1951.2.

The RDA should now be governed by the Oversight Board and half of the cities may still be in litigation with the state, but some may have some inventory for you to look at.Try diversifying into Tax Sales and NPN's.

Some communities pursue civil infractions--others turn them into misdemeanor cases.

Such actual knowledge or reasonable cause to believe shall be determined in accordance with that division.(10) Comply with the rights of tenants under the Service members Civil Relief Act, 117 Stat. 2835, 50 U.S.C.

Hi Ali,I am a civil engineer!!

I recommend hiring a civil engineer that is familiar with the area and approval process in that area.  

@Jean Paul RousseauYou should clarify your needs as there are many areas of real estate law, e.g. asset protection, tax, litigation, contract review, LLCs, subject to, residential vs. commercial...

Honestly, I don't think you're going to have to worry about the civil lawsuit - what you have described has risen to the level of criminal vandalism. 

The question is how far is a litigant willing to go, how much are they willing to spend on legal fees and how long are they willing to wait for the wheels of justice to lead them - nowhere?