Landlord & Tenant Solicitors

Legal support for landlords

Our experienced team provides clear, strategic advice and strong representation for landlords facing:

Rent arrears recovery

When tenants fail to pay rent, landlords can face significant financial strain. We assist with:

• Formal demand letters – Prompting tenants to pay before legal action is needed.
• Serving a section 8 notice – Where tenants are in arrears, this notice begins the tenant eviction
• County court claims – Pursuing unpaid rent through the courts if necessary.
• Enforcement options – Including obtaining a County Court Judgment (CCJ) or using bailiffs to recover unpaid rent.

Evictions and possession claims

If a tenant refuses to leave or breaches the tenancy agreement, landlords may need to regain possession. We handle:

• Section 21 notices – Used for ‘no-fault’ evictions at the end of a fixed-term tenancy.
• Section 8 notices – Issued when a tenant has breached their tenancy agreement, such as rent arrears or property damage.
• Court proceedings – Applying for a possession order if the tenant refuses to vacate.
• Bailiff enforcement – Ensuring legal eviction where necessary.

Breach of tenancy agreements

If tenants fail to meet their obligations, we help landlords take the right steps. This includes:

• Dealing with unauthorised subletting – Addressing issues with tenants who have sublet without permission.
• Handling nuisance complaints – Taking legal action where tenants cause disruption.
• Property damage claims – Recovering costs for damage beyond normal wear and tear.

Deposit disputes

Our solicitors assist landlords in resolving disputes over tenancy deposits, ensuring compliance with deposit protection rules and helping recover funds where tenants have caused damage or unpaid rent.

Defending disrepair claims

Some tenants may claim landlords have failed to maintain the property, leading to disputes. We help landlords by:

• Assessing the validity of claims – Ensuring tenants are not making unfounded accusations.
• Ensuring compliance – Advising landlords on their legal obligations for property maintenance.
• Defending court claims – If a tenant takes legal action over alleged disrepair.

Leasehold disputes

For landlords who own leasehold properties, we provide guidance on issues such as:

• Service charge disputes – Helping recover unpaid service charges from leaseholders.
• Lease breaches – Addressing unauthorised alterations or subletting.
• Lease extensions and enfranchisement – Advising landlords on their rights regarding lease renewals and freehold purchases.