Landlord Solicitors in Kent & South East London
Aletta Shaw's landlord solicitors advise residential and commercial landlords on tenancy agreements, rent arrears, possession proceedings, evictions and disrepair claims. We help you comply with your legal duties and recover possession lawfully when things go wrong. Free initial call available.
Key fact: To evict most assured shorthold tenants, landlords must serve a valid notice and, if the tenant does not leave, obtain a court possession order — they cannot evict without one.
Landlords must follow strict legal procedures to evict tenants, including serving the correct notice and obtaining a court order. Source: gov.uk.
Frequently asked questions
How do I evict a tenant legally?
You must serve the correct notice (such as a Section 21 or Section 8 notice) and, if the tenant does not leave, apply to court for a possession order. Evicting without one is unlawful.
What are my duties as a landlord?
They include protecting deposits, keeping the property safe and in repair, providing required documents, and gas and electrical safety compliance. We advise on staying compliant.
What can I do about rent arrears?
We advise on notices, possession proceedings on rent-arrears grounds, and recovering the debt, choosing the most effective route for your situation.
Speak to Aletta Shaw Solicitors for a free initial call on 020 8301 4884, or book a consultation. Offices in Bexleyheath, Blackheath, Petts Wood, Tunbridge Wells and St Katharine Docks.