Pre-Action Case Assessment
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Following the abolition of Section 21 notices, landlords must now rely on specific statutory grounds for possession when seeking to recover their property.
In many cases landlords know that they wish to recover possession, but are unsure which legal ground applies to their situation, or whether the circumstances of the tenancy justify serving a notice at all.
Choosing the correct ground at the outset is extremely important. Serving the wrong notice or relying on the wrong ground can result in delay, additional cost and the need to start the process again. Perhaps most importantly, it can also expose you to a significant financial penalty under the new rules in certain circumstances.
Our Pre-Action Case Assessment Service
Our Case Assessment Service is designed for landlords who want specialist guidance before beginning the eviction process.
Your case will be reviewed by a solicitor specialising in landlord and tenant law who will assess the circumstances of the tenancy and identify whether a valid ground for possession is available and they will advise you on:
- whether a ground for possession is likely to be available
- which statutory ground or grounds are most appropriate
- the next steps in recovering possession of the property
This allows landlords to proceed with confidence before any formal notice is served.
Situations We Commonly Review
Our Case Assessment Service is particularly helpful where:
- a landlord is unsure which ground for possession may apply
- a tenant has breached the tenancy agreement
- there are issues with rent arrears
- there are concerns about anti-social behaviour
- the landlord wishes to sell the property or move back into it
In many situations landlords know they want to recover possession but are uncertain which legal ground applies. Our assessment helps identify the correct route before any formal notice is served.
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If you are unsure which ground applies to your situation, we recommend discussing the circumstances of your case before taking any formal steps.
