Lighthouse Law Firm, APC

Lighthouse Law Firm, APC Founding Attorney John Calvo, Esq. received his Juris Doctorate (JD) from Glendale University College of Law. Attorney-at-Law John Calvo, Esq. Hablo Español.

Law Office of JOHN CALVO, Esq. ⚖️ California Attorney-at-Law & SoCal Law Firm located in Los Angeles, California | Specializing in:
Real Estate / Property Law & Litigation | Estate Planning (Living Trusts / Wills) | Probate | Criminal Defense He also graduated with honors (summa cm laude) from NU with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree; majoring in Pre-Law, with a minor in Alternative Dispute Resolut

ion (ADR). is also a veteran Real Estate Broker with over 30+ years experience successfully representing Sellers, Buyers, Investors, and Landlords through his own Brokerage firm in Los Angeles, California. In addition to being licensed by the State Bar of California, he is licensed by the California Department of Real Estate, and is also a California Commissioned Notary Public. John is a California native - born and raised in Los Angeles, California in the community of Los Feliz. In his spare time, he loves flying (FAA licensed private pilot), mountain biking, practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (blue belt), traveling, and being an active Dad. He is also an avid Dodgers, Lakers, and Rams fan. Bar and Court Admissions:
• State Bar of California
• United States District Court for Central District of California
• Supreme Court for the State of California

Licenses:
• State Bar of California - Attorney-at-Law
• California Department of Real Estate (CalDRE) - Real Estate Broker
• California Secretary of State (CalSOS) - Commissioned Notary Public

Professional Memberships:
• Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA)
• California Lawyer's Association (CLA)

Specializations:
• Real Estate / Property Law & Litigation
• Landlord / Tenant Law
• Estate Planning (Living Trusts / Wills)
• Probate

New exterior and interior signs are officially up for Lighthouse Law Firm, APC, on the anniversary of taking my Californ...
05/30/2026

New exterior and interior signs are officially up for Lighthouse Law Firm, APC, on the anniversary of taking my California Bar Oath.

This is more than just a sign on a building or in an office. It is tangible proof of a dream and vision coming true.

Seeing the firm’s name outside brings me full circle and makes me reflect on the sacrifices, hard work, and faith that brought me to this point. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity this country has afforded me and my family, and I am blessed to have been able to take full advantage of that opportunity through education, perseverance, and service.

This moment is a reminder that dreams are possible when you stay committed, keep pushing forward, and never forget where you came from.

Grateful. Blessed. Ready for what’s next.

John Calvo, Esq.
Lighthouse Law Firm, APC

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05/23/2026

Just got a whole batch of our stadium seat cushions in time for L.A. Dodgers ⚾️ | L.A. Rams 🐏 | L.A. Galaxy / LAFC ⚽️ | College Football 🏈 | or Little League / Pony & High School Games and Seasons ⚖️ DM us and pick up a few FREE at : Lighthouse Law Firm, APC in Eagle Rock (Los Angeles) | Law Offices of John Calvo, Esq. - Estate Planning | Real Estate / Property Law ⚖️ 323-458-0000

I've had a rough - and active - last 10 years. So, I decided to hire a life coach to mentor me into my golden years, and...
04/18/2026

I've had a rough - and active - last 10 years. So, I decided to hire a life coach to mentor me into my golden years, and teach me how to better say...NO! ⚖️

LANDLORDS & PROPERTY MANAGERS…DID YOU KNOW???California SB 234: “The Keeping Kids Close to Home Act (Family Daycare Home...
04/17/2026

LANDLORDS & PROPERTY MANAGERS…DID YOU KNOW???
California SB 234: “The Keeping Kids Close to Home Act (Family Daycare Homes) is a bill that was authored by Senator Nancy Skinner and became law on January 1, 2020. It is a state law, which means it applies to everyone in California. – Because California was facing a large shortage in accessible, regulated childcare, the law changed to eliminate barriers for large family daycare home providers. The bill, amended Health and Safety Code §1596.78, and now requires that all large family daycare homes that care for up to 14 children be classified as a residential use of property for the purposes of local ordinances.

SB 234 makes clear that:
• You do not need a zoning permit or business license for use of a large (Up to 12 children - or 14 with certain conditions) or small (Up to 6 children - or 8 with certain conditions) family child care home. It does not matter if you live in an incorporated or unincorporated area.
• All family child care homes are allowed in:
Single-family homes, duplexes, apartments, condominiums, townhomes; and residential units within other types of multi-family buildings.
• Cities, counties, landlords, property managers, Homeowners Associations (HOAs), insurance companies, and other housing providers cannot stop a prospective or current tenant/lessee from having a family child care home just because they live in any of the property types listed above.
• Just because a prospective tenant/lessee has (or plans to have) a small or large family child care home, landlords, property managers, HOAs, mortgage companies, Realtors, and other housing providers cannot:

o Refuse to rent to you,
o Evict or threaten to evict you, or
o Refuse to sell you a home.

• Insurance companies cannot cancel or refuse to renew your or your landlord’s homeowners insurance policy just because you provide or plan to provide family child care in your home.

LANDLORDS & PROPERTY MANAGERS – KNOW AND UNDERSTAND THE LAW.
A violation of SB 234 gets reported to the California Civil Rights Department and allows a prospective tenant/lessee to sue you in civil court for a violation of housing rights as a family child care home provider.

* The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice

4/16/2026 – John Calvo, Esq. | Lighthouse Law Firm, APC

Last night I was in Pasadena and passed through a private alley to get to a business I've patronized for decades.  I was...
04/04/2026

Last night I was in Pasadena and passed through a private alley to get to a business I've patronized for decades. I was impressed that they had protected themselves from a possible PRESCRIPTIVE EASEMENT claim. Don't know what that is? You should inform yourself, because it is real.

California Civil Code Section 1008 protects property owners from losing land rights through prescriptive easements by allowing them to post signs stating "Right to pass by permission, and subject to control, of owner: Section 1008, Civil Code". This notice prevents third-party use from ripening into a permanent legal right.

Key Aspects of Civil Code § 1008:

Preventive Action: It is a legal tool to prevent users from establishing a prescriptive easement (which requires 5 years of continuous, open, and hostile use).

Sign Requirements: Signs must be posted at each entrance to the property or at intervals of not more than 200 feet along the boundary.

Owner Action Needed: The sign must be installed by the owner or someone authorized by the owner, not a tenant.

Effect: Once posted, the use is considered permissive rather than adverse, halting the prescriptive period.

* For informational purposes only. Not to be construed as legal advice. If you require legal advice, contact us at:

Lighthouse Law Firm, APC
JOHN CALVO, Esq.
CA Attorney-at-Law | Real Estate Broker
323-458-0000
www.JohnCalvoEsq.com

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2910 W. Broadway, Suite 100
Los Angeles, CA
90041

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
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