As a property owner, dealing with litigation against your tenants or complex housing law issues can be a source of stress and uncertainty.
Our firm offers a full range of legal services to protect your rights and investments. Regardless of the nature of the problem you are experiencing as a landlord, our team specializing in rental law is here to help you with:
Our Legal Services for Landlords
We understand the challenges landlords face in managing their homes. Our lawyers can help you with all aspects of housing law.
It’s worth noting that the expenses you incur as a landlord in managing your properties are generally tax-deductible, including attorneys’ fees. Thus, by choosing our services, you not only benefit from our legal expertise, but you can also benefit from significant tax benefits.
Legal advice and drafting services
Legal Consulting & Strategy
Our lawyers have the expertise to help you better understand your rights and obligations as a landlord and guide you to make informed decisions.
We offer legal consultations to develop legal strategies tailored to your situation so that you can manage your homes with confidence and in compliance with applicable laws.
Writing Services
In the event that your tenant fails to comply with the conditions stipulated in the lease, we will take care of the drafting of a formal notice to assert your rights. The purpose of this is to remind your tenant that they must respect their contractual obligations and to ask them to remedy any breaches.
In addition, we are also at your disposal to assist you in the rent increase procedure. We guide you in filling out the required forms, ensuring that they are written clearly and precisely and that they comply with the regulations in force.
Legal Representation
In the event that your dispute needs to be taken to court, our lawyers are ready to assist you through the legal process. Our lawyers have the specific expertise required to vigorously defend your interests before the courts in housing law.
Representation of the Administrative Housing Tribunal
The Tribunal administratif du logement, formerly known as the Régie du logement, is the specialized tribunal that manages rental disputes.
We will represent your interests in your cases before this court and we will take care of the entire legal process, from the initial steps to the pleadings before the judge.
Negotiation and Mediation
Negotiation and mediation are an important part of our housing lawyers’ practice. We strongly believe that many disputes can be resolved amicably without resorting to a lengthy trial that can be costly for both parties.
Whenever possible, we favor out-of-court settlement agreements to avoid unnecessary legal costs and preserve a harmonious relationship with your tenants.
Challenging an unfavourable decision
In some cases, it is possible to appeal a decision to the Court of Québec. Our team specialized in rental law is competent to offer you robust legal representation in appeal.
Defending the rights of property owners
If you’re faced with tenants who didn’t abide by the terms of their lease, our team of housing lawyers can help.
Here are some common cases experienced by our customers:
- Abandonment of housing
- Pets
- Death of the tenant
- Eviction
- Non-payment of rent or frequent delays
- Repossession of accommodation
- Termination or subletting
Your rights and obligations as an owner
As a landlord, it is essential to understand your various rights and obligations to ensure effective management of your buildings.
Your rights as a landlord
As a landlord, you have rights that protect your interests. In particular, you have the right to demand payment of the rent according to the terms agreed in the lease and to repossess your property at the end of the lease, provided that you comply with the established legal procedures.
To find out more about your rights, please do not hesitate to contact us for legal advice.
Your obligations as a landlord
Your role as a landlord goes far beyond simply collecting rent. Indeed, your obligations, which are defined by the laws in force, are essential to maintain a good relationship with your tenants and to prevent disputes.
One of your main responsibilities is to provide a home that is in good condition, clean and peaceful. As a homeowner, you must make necessary repairs to ensure that the unit remains up to habitability standards.
When an urgent repair is required, you must intervene as quickly as possible to prevent the situation from escalating and causing discomfort or danger to your tenants.
In addition, just like your tenants, you must comply with the terms of the lease. This is because the lease is a legal contract that defines the rights and obligations of each party. Violation of the violation may therefore lead to legal disputes. As a landlord, you must abide by the terms of the contract.
Contact us for a legal consultation
Whether you’re facing a dispute against your tenant, need assistance drafting or reviewing a lease, or are looking for advice to better understand your rights and obligations as a landlord, our rental law team is here to help. Contact us today to benefit from our expertise in housing law!