LANDLORD AND TENANT LAW
At Imperial Law, we provide comprehensive advice to clients on all aspects of landlord and tenant law. Representing both landlords and tenants, we address a broad spectrum of issues. We will ascertain your objectives, outline the various options available to you, and explain the relevant issues and necessary steps in clear, understandable language.
We offer the following services: –
Grant of New Leases: We facilitate the creation of new lease agreements, ensuring all terms are clearly defined and legally sound, catering to both residential and commercial properties.
Rent Reviews: We assist in negotiating and formalising rent reviews, ensuring that rental adjustments reflect market conditions and contractual agreements.
Guarantors and Authorised Guarantee Agreements: We advise on the inclusion of guarantors in lease agreements and the structuring of Authorised Guarantee Agreements to secure rental obligations.
Surrenders and Deeds of Variations: We manage lease surrenders and draft Deeds of Variations to amend existing lease terms, ensuring legal compliance and mutual agreement.
Assignments and Subletting: We provide guidance on the assignment of leases and subletting arrangements, ensuring all transactions are legally binding and protect the interests of all parties involved.
Report on Title Work: We offer detailed reports on title, clarifying ownership and any restrictions or obligations that may impact the property.
Licence for Alterations, Decorations and Repair: We draft and negotiate licences for alterations, ensuring that all improvements and repairs meet legal and contractual standards.
Landlord and Tenant Law (Residential)
Our firm specialises in advising clients on various residential landlord and tenant law matters, including property disputes. Our services encompass:
Tenancy Agreements: We draft, review, and advise on tenancy agreements, ensuring they comply with legal requirements and clearly outline the rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants.
Periodic Tenancies: We provide advice on managing periodic tenancies, including the transition from fixed-term agreements and the legal implications involved.
Guarantor Agreements: We assist in drafting guarantor agreements to secure rental payments, offering peace of mind to landlords.
Serving Statutory Notices: We guide landlords through the process of serving statutory notices, ensuring compliance with legal requirements for notices such as Section 21 and Section 8.
Possession Proceedings: We represent clients in possession proceedings, from serving notice to court representation, ensuring the process is handled efficiently and effectively.
Rent Arrears: We provide strategies for recovering rent arrears, including negotiation and legal action if necessary.
Deposit Protection Schemes: We advise on the requirements for deposit protection schemes, ensuring compliance with legal obligations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
Inventories and Schedules of Conditions: We prepare detailed inventories and schedules of conditions to prevent disputes over the condition of the property at the start and end of a tenancy.
Enfranchisement: We assist with the process of enfranchisement, enabling tenants to purchase the freehold of their property or extend their lease.
If you are experiencing difficulties with your tenants, please contact us for advice on recovering rent arrears, addressing nuisance issues, claiming damages, or regaining possession of your property. Should your tenant refuse to vacate voluntarily, you cannot re-enter the property without a court order. Our Guide on Tenancy Agreements and Possession provides detailed guidance on these matters. With our Landlord and Tenant Law expertise, you can rest assured that you are in safe hands.
