When Do I Need a Landlord Tenant Attorney?

When things get strange…

Most of us know lawyers are expensive, intelligent, and expensive. So whenever possible, it’s best to avoid giving them billable hours. But there are some circumstances when a lawyer can save you a lot of cash and a lot of stress.

When you’re being sued…

Remember, a lawsuit isn’t a lawsuit until you get filed paperwork. Until then, it’s just a sternly worded letter. But when a process server knocks on your door for anything relating to your properties, from uninsured damage to claims of discrimination, get a lawyer on the horn ASAP. Luckily, during the COVID crisis, they're probably not at the golf course.

When you’re starting your business…

If you start specializing in another type of building, like commercial or industrial, it’s worth consulting a lawyer to figure out the difference between that and residential law. The first time you incorporate your company, a lawyer should absolutely help, to make sure you file a corporation that will protect your assets.

When the government comes calling…

If the IRS starts writing you letters, get a lawyer. If the Department of Housing and Urban Development starts mailing you about discrimination, call a lawyer. If you forget the meaning of the word estuary and can’t look it up on your phone, but you still have your phone, call the lawyer.

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