When disputes about leasehold property arise, they can be emotive, difficult and time-consuming. We aim to provide the support and expertise so that they are not.
Landlord and tenant relationships can have both a residential and a commercial context. Some tenants live in their leased property; for others, it’s their business premises. Either way, a tenant will want to exercise a degree of control over the way in which they use the property, the rent they pay and term of the lease.
Why do landlord and tenant disputes happen?
Most tenant and landlord disputes come about because either the tenant or landlord has breached their obligations, or because their interests conflict.
Rent may be in arrears or the tenant has unlawfully sublet part of the property. Or, perhaps there is a disagreement about a service charge or the terms of a lease renewal.
Our landlord and tenant dispute resolution services
We cover many aspects of the landlord and tenant relationship, including:
- Dilapidations
- Lease renewals
- Lease surrender
- New leases
- Tenant default
- Squatter eviction
- Landlord obligations
Our clients have varied backgrounds. Some are commercial landlords who own a portfolio of large-scale premises with multiple tenants. Others are owners of residential properties. We also act for commercial business tenants.
Landlord and Tenant Disputes Services we offer
Legal advice for landlords
As a landlord, the first step we will take is to support you in protecting your property and income, whilst following the law. It is crucial that you enlist the support of a Dispute Resolution solicitor to ensure that you are following guidelines that preserve your tenants’ rights at all times.
We can support you with all aspects of the legal relationship with your tenant, such as with:
- Rent arrears
- Eviction and repossession
- Maintenance obligations
- Regulation guidance
Legal advice for tenants
As a tenant, getting advice from a specialist dispute resolution solicitor is the first step in preserving your rights in your place of residence. We can help to protect your from unlawful actions from a landlord, such as supporting with:
- Wrongful eviction
- Obligation dispute, such as repair and maintenance
- Rent and deposit disputes
How are landlord and tenant disputes resolved?
There are many different methods of resolving disputes between landlords and tenants, but the first step is to bring in an expert solicitor.
Dispute resolution services aim to open lawful communication between landlord and tenants, preserve the rights of both parties and attempt to settle disputes out of court (or represent parties if court proceedings are required).
Landlord and tenant dispute resolution with AFG Law
Whatever the situation, we pride ourselves on being able to see the full picture. We understand the challenges for landlords in dealing with difficult tenant matters and any problematic contractual and property law issues that may arise. We understand the tenants’ point of view and the personal and commercial considerations that affect their tenancies.