Connecticut Landlord Tenant Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• Misc. Definitions:
  "Abandoned property" defined. "Abandoned property" means property which is left unattended on the premises after the termination of the tenancy, unless the owner of the property has expressed an … more
• What Can Be Done About Noisy Neighbors?
  Tenants are entitled to the quiet use and enjoyment of the premises, however a landlord is not necessarily responsible for the acts of neighbors and other tenants.  If tha landlord has … more
• What Are The Minimum Temperature Requirements For Residential And Office Space?
  Minimum temperature requirements for residential and office space is defined in section 19a­109 of the Connecticut general statues. The minimum temperature requirement is 65 degrees. You may … more

Legal Articles

• Do I need to have a lawyer if I’m being evicted from my rented house or apartment?
  If your landlord wants to evict you from your house or apartment, he or she must file a complaint against you in court, and prove that you have done something to violate your rental agreement.  There are many rules and procedures that landlords must follow in order to pursue an eviction against you, which vary from state to state.  In some states, evictions are filed in small claims … more
• How to End a Residential Lease Early
  Most written residential leases are in effect for a set amount of time such as one year. From a landlord’s perspective this is advantageous because the landlord does not have to think about finding another tenant during the lease term. However, while a tenant may intend to remain in the dwelling for the duration described in the lease, circumstances might change. For … more

Free Legal Forms

• Healthy Homes
  This form from the Environmental Protection Agency provides information on keeping a home free of toxins and pollutants.
• Are you a Victim of Housing Discrimination?
  This form from the Department of Housing and Urban Development provides information about unlawful housing and rental discrimination and contact … more
• Conneticut Landlord/Tenant Law Information
• Conneticut Landlord/Tenant Statutes

How-To's

• How To Get Your Security Deposit Back
  For renters, one of the most common questions is how to get back the security deposit at the end of the rental - and how much of it are we entitled to get back? The good news is that state laws usually spell out the answers - (1) the exact number of days within which a landlord must return the security deposit; and (2) what deductions can be made from the deposit. The bad news is that most … more

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