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Landlord/Tenant Issues

Landlord/Tenant Issues

We represent a number of property management companies in actions to remove tenants for nonpayment of rent and breach of lease provisions. The laws and regulations that govern the rental of residential and commercial properties are complex. For property owners, failing to comply with these laws can be costly.

 

Overview

From drafting commercial leases or rental agreements to eviction proceedings, we have the experience to meet our clients’ needs. We provide knowledgeable advice to landlords on a wide variety of legal issues, including security deposits, evictions, advance rent payments, prompt rent payment and compliance with lease terms.

Landlord & Tenant Legal Rights

Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

  • Right to reasonable notice by landlord before inspecting or showing the premises
  • Right to a safe living environment which complies with the Massachusetts State Sanitary Code
  • Right to withhold rent for landlord’s failure to make repairs or correct housing code violations
  • Right to obtain rental housing without discrimination based on sex, age, gender, race, disability or other protected class

Landlord Rights and Responsibilities

  • Duty to collect, escrow and return security deposits
  • Right to make deductions from security deposits for damages to the rental unit
  • Right to evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent or violation of a lease term
  • Duty to limit collection of advance rent payments
  • Right to expect prompt payment of rent and compliance with lease terms

FAQ

  • What can Dolan Connly, P.C. do to help my case as a landlord?
  • What happens if a tenant is incorrectly evicted?
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What can Dolan Connly, P.C. do to help my case as a landlord?

We can offer advice on collecting, escrowing and returning security deposits; we can also help you understand the law as it relates to making deductions from security deposits to cover damages to the rental unit; we can guide you through the eviction process when a tenant fails to pay rent or violates some other term of the lease that warrants ending the tenancy. If you questions about entering into a lease with a prospective tenant or are having a problem with a current one, give us a call so that we can assist you in taking appropriate action under the circumstances of your situation.

We’ll Represent You When It Matters Most

If you have a real estate-related matter and need to speak with an experienced real estate attorney about your rights and options, we are here to help. Contact us today.

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Dolan Connly
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Boston Office 50 Redfield Street, Suite 202
Boston, MA 02122
Pembroke Office 2 Columbia Road, Suite 3
Pembroke, MA 02359
Stoughton/Brockton/Easton Office By Appointment
(617) 265-3100 Veteran Owned
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