Case Study / Tenant Eviction
Client Successfully Regains Possession After Tenant Fails to Pay Rent
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Dealing with an illegal transition of keys,
Vacating a property without notice.
Client faced significant issues after a named tenant vacated the property without notice. The tenant had handed over the keys to an acquaintance, who remained in the property unlawfully. The named tenant had accrued at least two months of rent arrears, while the unauthorised occupant failed to pay rent for an additional three months. This resulted in substantial rent arrears and a tenancy breach.
Taking action and serving notice.
Client successfully regained possession of the property without the need for a court hearing. Our legal team acted swiftly and decisively, ensuring the correct notice was served and that the client’s rights were upheld under the Housing Act.
Case time frame:
From initial instruction to possession: just 5 weeks
- Client instructed us: 5th March 2025
- Possession regained: 9th April 2025
This rapid turnaround demonstrates our efficiency in handling complex tenancy issues and delivering results promptly.
