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Landlord-Tenant Dispute

Landlord-Tenant Dispute Lawyer | Charlottesville, Virginia

A well written, Virginia-specific lease is essential to successful landlord-tenant relations. Kelly Roberts helps create legal boundaries that protect her clients’ interests in residential leases. When disputes arise because of either party’s failure to abide by the lease, she interprets the contract language in light of Virginia law and pursues compliance, eviction, or compensation as necessary through negotiation or litigation. Call us. We can help

Kelly Gurley Roberts – Civil Litigation Attorney

Testimonial – “I consider myself fortunate to have had Kelly Roberts for an attorney. She is the consummate professional with a personal touch. She was readily available and kept me updated on my case in a very timely manner. She was great in the courtroom and always had my back. I HIGHLY recommend this law firm and specifically Kelly Roberts!!!!!”

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Five frequently asked questions about VA landlord-tenant law:

1. I moved out of my leased building or apartment more than 30 days ago, but the landlord has not refunded my security deposit yet. What can I do?

Most leases require the landlord to refund the security deposit to the tenant within 30, 45, or 60 days after the end of the lease period. If the tenant caused damage to the leased property, the landlord may be allowed to use some or all of the security deposit to pay for repairs. In such cases, the landlord must notify the tenant of the cost for such repairs. If the landlord has not refunded your security deposit or provided you with a repair list, you may be able to resolve the issue by writing the landlord a letter demanding the refund. If this does not succeed, consider seeking assistance from an attorney.

2. My landlord evicted me without notice.  Can he do that?

Under Virginia law you are considered a tenant at sufferance if you do not have a lease and pay rent.  This means that you can be evicted for any reason at all, at any time and no particular notice needs to be given to you.  The person who is letting you live there also does not have to take you to court to evict you and can have you removed (or change locks) at any time.

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3. Is my landlord required to make repairs?

Under Virginia law, unless properly agreed otherwise, all landlords must do these thing:
  1. Follow building and housing codes affecting health and safety.
  2. Make all repairs needed to keep the place fit and habitable.
  3. Keep in good and safe working order all electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other facilities and appliances that the landlord supplies.
  4. Prevent or remove rodent infestations.
  5. Landlords covered by the VRLTA must also keep clean and safe any common areas used by more than one tenant.

4. As a tenant, what am I required to do?

Under Virginia law, all tenants must do these things:

  1. Keep your rented space and plumbing as clean and safe as conditions permit.
  2. Use all utilities and appliances reasonably.
  3. Get rid of trash.
  4. Do not destroy or damage the property, or allow household members or guests to do so.
  5. Do not disturb your neighbors, or allow household members or guests to do so.
  6. Follow the lease and reasonable rules of your landlord.

5. What is your fee structure?

We handle cases on a flat fee or hourly basis. We offer initial consultations at our hourly rate. At the end of the consultation, we can determine the appropriate fee structure for your case, and you can evaluate our services and decide if you want to hire us.


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We have three offices conveniently located in Charlottesville, Harrisonburg and Lake Monticello, Virginia.

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