Florida 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
• Landlord's Lien For Rent.
  Every person to whom rent may be due, the person's heirs, executors, administrators or assigns, shall have a lien for such rent upon the property found upon or off the premises leased or rented, … 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
• The Legalities of Living with a Roommate
  Living with a roommate can make good financial sense and be a lot of fun. However, like all relationships, there are times when having a roommate does not work out as it was planned. A roommate might stop paying his or her part of the rent or the utility bills or the roommate may damage the dwelling or create problems with the neighbors. What do you do then?   Before you … 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
• Floridas Landlord/Tenant Rights
• Consumer Complaint Form

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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