What we can help with
- Rent arrears and possession
- Tenancy and lease breaches
- Deposit disputes
- Repairs and disrepair
- Service charges and dilapidations
- Lease termination, renewal and rent review
Advice for landlords
Support may include rent arrears, possession strategy, termination notices, lease breaches, recovery of sums due, property condition disputes and guidance on landlord obligations. Correct procedure is essential, particularly where possession is sought.
Advice for tenants
Tenants may need advice on lease terms, notices, disrepair, deposits, service charges, managing-agent disputes, access and the landlord’s repairing obligations. Early review can clarify what should be challenged and what evidence to preserve.
Negotiation and proceedings
Many housing and lease disputes can be narrowed through correspondence or negotiation. Where that is not enough, representation may be needed in the court or relevant tribunal, depending on the dispute.
Frequently asked questions
Can a landlord evict a tenant without following a formal process?
Possession generally requires compliance with the applicable statutory procedure and notice requirements. The correct route depends on the tenancy and facts.
Can a solicitor review my tenancy agreement?
Yes. Reviewing the agreement can clarify rent, repair, break, deposit, use and other obligations and may identify the strongest route for resolving a dispute.
Can landlord and tenant disputes be settled without court?
Often they can. Negotiation, payment plans or other agreed terms may resolve the dispute, but any settlement should be documented carefully.
This page provides general information only. Legal rights, deadlines and procedures depend on the facts and current law. Crownfields should verify all regulatory, funding and service-specific statements before publication.