Maine 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

Legal Articles

• Fair Housing
  Several federal and state laws require that landlords provide fair housing to prospective renters.  The policy of fair housing in the United States came from the anti-discrimination movements of the 1960s.  Adequate housing is essential to a person’s ability to live comfortably and work hard. In order to contribute to society, people, regardless of their race, sex, national … more
• 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

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
• Cv-007 Complaint For Forcible Entry And Detainer
• Guide To The Attorney Generals Residential Lease

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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