When a landlord-tenant relationship goes sour, it can have serious implications for both parties. A Paralegal specializing in landlord tenant law can play a critical role in these disputes, from the initial negotiation of a lease to the eviction process. This practice area provides a wide variety of opportunities to today’s paralegals.
Landlord-tenant law encompasses a broad range of legal issues related to the residential rental of real property. This practice area includes landlord-tenant relations, rent control, evictions, discrimination, and security deposit refunds. Landlord-tenant paralegals are well-versed in the complex landlord-tenant laws that apply to their specific jurisdictions and can assist attorneys in drafting documents, conducting research, and presenting cases in court.
Evictions
A common landlord-tenant issue involves a tenant’s failure to pay the rent. In these situations, the landlord must provide a notice to terminate the lease within a certain timeframe. LDA Pro paralegals carefully review the lease agreement and any other relevant documentation to identify the specific grounds for eviction. This information is used to draft an eviction notice that adheres to strict legal requirements, including proper formatting and language.
Once the eviction notice is complete, it must be served on the tenant and filed with the court along with an affidavit of service. This process can involve personal service, certified mail, or posting the notice on the property. LDA Pro paralegals follow the precise service procedures outlined in local law to ensure that the tenant receives the notice and is able to respond within the required timeframe.…