Landlord/Tenant Law

Both renters/tenants and landlords throughout Chicago and the surrounding areas of Illinois have certain legal rights. While most of the time, landlords and tenants who are in a legal relationship with one another are able to navigate that relationship lawfully and without conflict, sometimes, disputes arise. At the Law Office of Thomas Magarian, our experienced real estate attorneys provide representation to both landlords and tenants who are involved in disputes. If you believe that your rights have been violated or if you need legal help navigating a landlord/tenant-related process, call The Law Office of Thomas Magarian directly today.

With years of experience providing legal counsel to both landlords and tenants, Attorney Thomas Magarian has represented clients in a wide range of landlord/tenant disputes and legal matters. Common types of landlord/tenant issues with which our law firm can assist include:

• Renter/tenant eviction
• Breach of contract
• Claims regarding unsafe conditions on a property, including mold and lead
• Non-payment
• Issuing notice requirements for evictions, decision to terminate a rental contract, etc.
• Security deposit return and other small claims lawsuits
• Notice requirement for raising rent
• Landlord access to rental property
• Tenant protections from landlord retaliation for bringing forth a complaint about an unsafe living condition
• More

The above list is not inclusive. If you are a landlord or a renter who has questions about your rights or obligations under the law, or if you find yourself involved in a landlord/tenant dispute, do not hesitate to call our law firm directly for the information you need.

When you are involved in any type of real estate dispute, including a landlord/tenant dispute, working with an attorney is strongly recommended. An attorney can help you by:

• Explaining the local, state and federal laws and regulations that apply to your case, including requirements set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
• Gathering evidence to support your case, including signed contracts, evidence of unsafe conditions in the property, and other evidence depending on what’s relevant and appropriate to your case. An attorney can also hire experts to speak to your case and serve as a source of evidence.
• Helping you to understand the options for resolving the dispute, including mediation and arbitration.
• Representing you throughout the entirety of the process and advocating for your best interests. If the case cannot be resolved out of court, an attorney can provide representation during litigation.

The laws pertaining to landlords and tenants vary state-to-state and can be confusing and overwhelming to navigate on one’s own. Whether you are in the early stages of entering a landlord/tenant contract and want a professional legal opinion or are involved in a landlord/tenant dispute, our attorney can help. To schedule a consultation with Chicago landlord/tenant Attorney Thomas Magarian today, please call (630) 445-5015 or send the law firm a message using the intake form on the website. Our attorney has years of experience and a commitment to client satisfaction.