How to Hire a Lawyer to Resolve Landlord-Tenant Disputes

If you've tried working out your problems through discussion and mediation, hiring a lawyer may be your best option for settling landlord-tenant disputes.

Things You'll Need

  • Attorney Referral Services
Show More

Instructions

    • 1

      Try to settle any landlord-tenant disputes through mediation before consulting a lawyer.

    • 2

      Locate a local lawyer who specializes in landlord-tenant laws if mediation is unsuccessful. Consult your phone directory, Internet listings, friends or family members.

    • 3

      Make an appointment with a selected lawyer for an initial consultation.

    • 4

      Take your lease, rent receipts, correspondence, photos and other pertinent rental documents with you to the appointment.

    • 5

      Explain your dispute to the lawyer and inquire about fees for legal services.

    • 6

      Interview the lawyer about his or her knowledge and experience in landlord-tenant cases.

    • 7

      Ask the lawyer to recommend a course of action for your case.

    • 8

      Check references after the meeting, especially if you question the lawyer's capabilities.

    • 9

      Retain the lawyer who can represent your best interests in a landlord-tenant dispute.

Tips & Warnings

  • Since legal fees can be costly, make sure the benefits of hiring a lawyer outweigh the costs.

  • Landlord-tenant laws are complex and confusing, so make sure your lawyer is familiar with the rental laws and regulations of your state.

Related Searches:

Comments

  • sn0wfreeze Aug 11, 2009
    Sounds pretty common sense to me...

You May Also Like

Related Ads

Featured