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Landlord and Tenant Disputes

Residential landlord and tenant disputes can be incredibly stressful for all involved.

For landlords, you may be facing a situation where a tenant is engaging in anti-social behaviour that is leading to complaints and/or not paying their rent. If they refuse to leave the property, you may be at a loss as to what to do.

We can help. You do not have to face trying to resolve the matter alone.

Our Landlord and Tenant Disputes Solicitors are committed to achieving results. We know how important it is to resolve residential tenancy disputes quickly and cost-effectively. We look for solutions that achieve positive outcomes whilst also ensuring your best interests are protected. Our Solicitors are highly experienced in alternative dispute resolution methods, including mediation. However, if court proceedings are required, you can trust that we prepare your case meticulously and instruct an expert Barrister to argue your case.

We can assist you with all aspects of landlord and tenant disputes, including:

  • Possession and eviction
  • Rent recovery
  • Disrepair issues
  • Anti-social behaviour
  • Squatters

Why choose Nayyars Solicitors

We are a family-owned and operated firm that puts client care and relationships at the heart of everything we do. When you instruct us, you will be assigned your own Solicitor who will get to know everything about your situation and ensure you receive consistent and seamless support every step of the way.

Our team has won multiple awards for legal excellence. We have offices in Manchester, London, and Dubai. This shows how dedicated we are to our clients and providing exceptional legal services both in the UK and internationally.

Ayesha Nayyar is our founding partner. She has over 20 years of experience, and regularly authors articles for numerous publications and blogs. She also has her own live call-in show on the local radio and has appeared in and co-presented various prestigious TV productions, including those produced by the BBC.

To find out more about how we can advise and support you through your landlord and tenant, please call us on 0333 123 1331 or fill in our contact form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

What sets us apart:

“They tailor their service to their customers and approach everything with the upmost diligence. With an eye for detail and client focus based approach they have really hit the nail on the head by insuring their clients feel their needs and wants are truly catered to.
Won today and got the outcome we set out for in the beginning. Couldn’t ask for a better service and result. You want to win? This is your team!”

Frequently Asked Questions

If a landlord serves a section 21 notice it means the tenant has to vacate the property at the end of their fixed-term lease. The landlord does not need a reason to end the tenancy, however, they must provide at least two months’ notice that they plan to repossess the property.

Section 8 notices are used when the tenant has breached a covenant (term) in the tenancy agreement. There are 17 possible grounds for possession, all listed in Schedule 2 of the Housing Act 1988. The first eight of these are mandatory which means if the landlord can prove one of the mandatory grounds exists, the tenant must leave the property. Grounds 9-17 are discretionary, meaning the court has the discretion to decide whether evicting the tenant is reasonable or not.

Strategically, section 21 notices are preferable to section 8 notices as the landlord does not have to provide a reason for repossessing the property, therefore, it is difficult for a tenant to challenge the notice. This does not mean it is an easy option, however, as legislation and legal case law precedent provide that even the smallest procedural mistake could result in the section 21 notice being invalid. It is therefore imperative to take advice from an experienced Landlord and Tenant Solicitor who can guide you through the process.

Having a tenant that stops paying rent is one of the most stressful situations a landlord can find themselves in. We know it could lead to you getting into financial difficulty yourself if the situation is not swiftly resolved.

If you have tried talking to your tenant to find out why rent payments have ceased and simply received promises of payment that never materialise, contact us immediately. We can help you draft a letter demanding payment of rent arrears on day 14 of non-payment, and another on day 21 if no payment is forthcoming. If your tenant fails to pay rent two months in a row, you have the right to start eviction proceedings and reclaim possession of your property. We will guide you through this process, protecting your best interests and ensuring you comply with the law at all stages.

Changing the locks, removing your tenant’s personal possessions, or even entering your buy-to-let without permission can amount to a criminal offence. Even though you may be highly frustrated with your tenant and want your property back, you must follow the law when evicting a tenant, regardless of their behaviour.

Contact us as soon as possible and let us take care of the problem. Our Landlord and Tenant Solicitors will provide you with careful legal advice and resolve your dispute as quickly as possible.

Let us advise and represent you on your landlord and tenant dispute. You can trust that we will always be on your side, protecting your best interests.

Contact us on 0333 123 1331 or fill in our contact form and we will get back to you as quickly as possible.

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