I’m going through an eviction where Im almost sure to win. I’ve been renting from a “slum-lord” who refuses to bring the property up to a habitable condition. After filing my response to his eviction he realized I had included several pictures, neighbors’ statements, and documents proving my case. I have since been contacted by his “lawyer”. I have never heard of a landlord having a lawyer for an eviction.
Should I too get a lawyer?
#1 by just wonderin on 11/24/2011 - 4:33 PM
i believe you could…I don’t see why not
#2 by laughter_every_day on 11/24/2011 - 4:45 PM
You can bring a lawyer at your own expense if you wish. There is nothing unusual about a landlord having a lawyer at the hearing. those who own enough property spend a lot of time in court and have counsel on retainer. The hearings are not as formal as a regular trial and there is some leeway. It sounds like you are prepared to prove your case. Just be sure you first read up on the relevant law to find out the significance of his failure to make it habitable. Also be sure to become familiar with the standards determining just what is considered habitable in the eyes of the law. It might be different from your own opinion>