Eviction Services

Full-Service Eviction Support for Bay Area Landlords and Tenants

From the first notice to the final lockout — we prepare every document, coordinate every filing, and keep your case moving forward. Serving Santa Clara, Alameda, San Mateo, and San Francisco Counties.

All eviction services are quote-based — contact us for fast, affordable pricing.

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The Eviction Process for Landlords

A clear, step-by-step breakdown of what happens — and what it costs — from the first notice to getting your property back.

Total Cost (all-in)
$1,200 – $1,500

Total cost includes all document preparation, filing coordination, and process serving fees. Court filing fees are additional and set by the county.

01

Serve the Eviction Notice

IncludedDay 1

We prepare the correct notice for your situation — 3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit, 30-Day, 60-Day, or 90-Day Notice to Terminate — and professionally serve it on the tenant. Proper service is legally required and starts the clock on the eviction timeline.

02

Wait for the Notice Period to Expire

No charge3 – 90 days depending on notice type

The tenant has the notice period to comply — pay rent, fix the violation, or vacate. If they do not comply by the deadline, we move immediately to the next step.

03

Prepare & File the Unlawful Detainer

Included1 – 2 business days after notice expires

We prepare the unlawful detainer complaint, summons, and all required Judicial Council forms, then electronically file them with the Superior Court. We coordinate service of the summons and complaint on the tenant.

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Tenant Has 5 Days to Respond

Included5 business days

After being served the UD, the tenant has 5 business days to file a response with the court. If they do not respond, we prepare a Request for Default and Default Judgment on your behalf.

05

Obtain Judgment & Writ of Possession

Included5 – 20 days depending on court

Once the court enters judgment in your favor, we prepare and file the Writ of Possession — the document that authorizes the sheriff to remove the tenant from the property.

06

Sheriff Lockout

Sheriff fee separate (~$145 – $200)5 – 10 days after writ issued

We coordinate with the county sheriff's office to schedule the lockout. The sheriff posts a 5-day notice on the property, then returns to physically remove the tenant if they have not vacated.

Ready to start? Call us now for a free quote — most evictions begin the same day.

Our Eviction Services

We handle the paperwork and coordination so you can focus on your property.

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Eviction Notices

Properly prepared and professionally served

  • 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit
  • 3-Day Notice to Perform Covenants or Quit
  • 3-Day Notice to Quit for Nuisance or Other Violations
  • 30-Day and 60-Day Notices to Terminate Tenancy
  • 90-Day Notices when required
  • Notices for unauthorized occupants and lease violations
  • Coordination of professional process service
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Unlawful Detainer (Eviction) Filings

From complaint preparation to court filing

  • Preparation of unlawful detainer complaints
  • Preparation of summons and required Judicial Council forms
  • Electronic filing with the Superior Court
  • Coordination of service of summons and complaints
  • Preparation of proofs of service
  • Case status monitoring and administrative follow-up
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Why Landlords Choose Actfast Legal

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Licensed & Experienced

Registered California process servers with over 20 years serving Bay Area landlords and property managers.

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Fast Turnaround

We move quickly so your eviction stays on track — from notice preparation to court filing without delays.

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Full-Service Support

We handle every document, every filing, and every step — so you don't have to navigate the process alone.

Video Resources

Understand the eviction process and your rights — whether you're a landlord, a tenant, or need documents served.

For Landlords

The Eviction Process for Landlords

Learn how California evictions work — from serving the initial notice to the unlawful detainer filing and sheriff lockout. We handle every step so you can reclaim your property quickly and legally.

For Tenants

Know Your Rights as a Tenant

Facing an eviction notice? Understand your rights under California law — including proper notice requirements, response deadlines, and what to expect during the unlawful detainer process.

Process Serving

How Professional Process Serving Works

Proper service of process is legally required for your case to move forward. Our licensed process servers ensure every notice, summons, and court document is served correctly and on time throughout the Bay Area.

Eviction Services — Cities We Serve

Actfast Legal handles landlord evictions and tenant eviction notices throughout the entire Bay Area. Same-day notice service available in most cities.

Santa Clara County

Eviction notices, UD filings & sheriff lockout coordination

Eviction Services San Jose
Landlord Eviction San Jose
Tenant Eviction San Jose
Eviction Services Santa Clara
Eviction Services Sunnyvale
Eviction Services Cupertino
Eviction Services Mountain View
Eviction Services Palo Alto
Eviction Services Milpitas
Eviction Services Campbell
Eviction Services Los Gatos
Eviction Services Saratoga
Eviction Services Morgan Hill
Eviction Services Gilroy
Eviction Services Los Altos

Alameda County

Eviction notices, UD filings & sheriff lockout coordination

Eviction Services Oakland
Landlord Eviction Oakland
Eviction Services Fremont
Eviction Services Hayward
Eviction Services Berkeley
Eviction Services Alameda
Eviction Services San Leandro
Eviction Services Livermore
Eviction Services Pleasanton
Eviction Services Dublin
Eviction Services Union City
Eviction Services Newark
Eviction Services Emeryville
Eviction Services Albany
Eviction Services Castro Valley

San Mateo County

Eviction notices, UD filings & sheriff lockout coordination

Eviction Services San Mateo
Landlord Eviction San Mateo
Eviction Services Redwood City
Eviction Services Burlingame
Eviction Services Daly City
Eviction Services South San Francisco
Eviction Services San Bruno
Eviction Services Foster City
Eviction Services Menlo Park
Eviction Services Millbrae
Eviction Services Belmont
Eviction Services San Carlos
Eviction Services Half Moon Bay
Eviction Services Pacifica
Eviction Services East Palo Alto

Contra Costa County

Eviction notices, UD filings & sheriff lockout coordination

Eviction Services Concord
Landlord Eviction Concord
Eviction Services Richmond
Eviction Services Antioch
Eviction Services Walnut Creek
Eviction Services Pittsburg
Eviction Services Brentwood
Eviction Services San Ramon
Eviction Services Danville
Eviction Services Martinez
Eviction Services Hercules
Eviction Services Pinole
Eviction Services El Cerrito
Eviction Services Orinda
Eviction Services Lafayette

San Francisco County

Eviction notices, UD filings & sheriff lockout coordination

Eviction Services San Francisco
Landlord Eviction San Francisco
Tenant Eviction San Francisco
Eviction Services SOMA
Eviction Services Mission District
Eviction Services Financial District
Eviction Services Richmond District
Eviction Services Sunset District
Eviction Services Castro
Eviction Services Noe Valley
Eviction Services Tenderloin
Eviction Services Chinatown
Eviction Services North Beach
Eviction Services Pacific Heights
Eviction Services Bayview

Marin County

Extended service area

Eviction Services San Rafael
Eviction Services Novato
Eviction Services Mill Valley
Eviction Services Sausalito
Eviction Services Tiburon
Eviction Services Corte Madera
Eviction Services Larkspur
Eviction Services Fairfax

Solano County

Extended service area

Eviction Services Vallejo
Eviction Services Fairfield
Eviction Services Vacaville
Eviction Services Benicia
Eviction Services Dixon
Eviction Services Suisun City
Eviction Services American Canyon
Eviction Services Rio Vista

Don't see your city? Contact us — we serve all 9 Bay Area counties. Same-day eviction notice service available throughout the region.

Ready to Start Your Eviction?

Call us or send a message — we will give you a quote and get started right away.