Resolving disagreements between landlords and tenants
When disputes between a landlord and tenant about a property crop up, it can be emotive, difficult and time-consuming. With the support of experienced solicitors, they needn’t be.
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 the term of the lease.
Most landlord and tenant disputes come about because either the tenant or landlord has breached their obligations, or because their interests conflict. Perhaps rent is in arrears or the tenant has unlawfully sub-let part of the property. Or perhaps there is a disagreement about a service charge or the terms of a lease renewal.
Need advice? Contact us to find out how we can helpHow our property litigation solicitors can help with landlord and tenant disputes
At Nelsons, our team of property dispute solicitors in Derby, Leicester and Nottingham, which are recognised by The Legal 500, are well-versed in all aspects of the landlord and tenant relationship, regularly advising on:
- Dilapidation
- Lease renewal
- Lease surrender
- New leases
- Tenant default
- Squatter eviction
- Forfeiture
Our clients have varied backgrounds. Some are commercial landlords who own a portfolio of large-scale premises with multiple tenants. Others are the owners of residential properties. Our team also acts for commercial business tenants.
Whatever the situation, our solicitors see the full picture. They understand the challenges for landlords in dealing with difficult tenant matters and problematic contractual and property law issues. They also understand tenants’ points of view and the personal and commercial considerations that affect their tenancies.
Whether advising commercial or residential landlords or commercial tenants, our solicitors approach every actual and potential dispute in the firm belief that swift and certain resolution is key. Our team sees Court action as a last resort, always fully exploring the alternatives first.