Legal Guidance For Difficult Tenant Situations

Last updated on July 31, 2024

Relationships between landlords and tenants can change quickly, particularly when an occupant of a dwelling is in violation of their lease or will not leave the residence. Property owners dealing with a troublesome tenant can take specific steps. However, at some point, they will need an attorney skilled in this area of law.

Lawyers Resolving Landlord-Tenant Disputes

At Snow Jensen & Reece, P.C., our attorneys have extensive experience representing Utah commercial landlords in all areas pertaining to the landlord-tenant relationship, including the following:

Drafting And Negotiation Of Rental Lease

This initial step requires attention to all the details. Landlords must ensure that the lease language protects their rights.

Commercial And Residential Evictions

When tenants become delinquent in their rent payments, action must be taken to ensure they’re current. Eviction proceedings may be the only option for resolution.

Unlawful And Forcible Detainer Actions

This process represents a necessary step when tenants do not vacate after the lease ends, have unpaid rent, or cancel their rental agreement. It provides landlords with much-needed legal avenues via court intervention. 

Restructuring Of Leases And Workouts

Modifying lease terms for tenants sidesteps the eviction process when tenants are in default. Adjustments or an agreed-upon workout can save time and money for landlords.

Collections

Evictions remove the tenant. However, the vacancy does not change the back rent, which requires immediate and aggressive collection actions.

Common Area And Maintenance Plans

These cover the cost that a business pays for areas within a commercial building that are common to all tenants, essentially paying for two areas. Plans must be drafted with attention to all details.

Litigation

Not all landlord-tenant matters find resolution through negotiation. Many disputes require court intervention to secure the best possible outcome.

Start Working With Snow Jensen & Reece, P.C.

When landlord-tenant relationships deteriorate into conflict, our job is to find a resolution or, if need be, pursue legal action on behalf of property owners and managers. For help, contact one of our firm’s three southern Utah locations in St. George, Cedar City or Kanab. Use our online form to schedule an appointment, or call us at 435-215-4960.