The Law Office of Paul Courtright, P.A. offers a wide range of legal services for corporate and individual Landlords as well as Tenants who may have concerns about enforcing their rights under Florida Statutes Chapter 83. The law governing landlord-tenant relationships in Florida is very particular, and not always easy to follow in combination with other relevant Florida Statutes and the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure. Depending on the facts and circumstances of your matter, the time it takes to resolve your matter can be swift through a summary proceeding under Florida Statutes Chapter 51.011, or quite lengthy through standard civil litigation. Knowing how to proceed under Florida Statutes Chapter 83 is everything. Attorney Paul Courtright has that knowledge.
Under Florida Statutes Chapter 83, both landlord and tenant must know the rights and obligations they have as either landlord or tenant. If either party fails to follow the requirements under Florida Statutes Chapter 83, the consequences can be swift, severely adverse, and final.
Attorney Paul Courtright has the knowledge and experience to handle your landlord-tenant matter. We draft effective commercial and residential leases tailored for the landlord's particular needs. We draft and file evictions upon delinquent tenants who either haven't paid the rent or have done things to damage the rental property or put the rental property or lease at risk. We advise both landlords and tenants on their legal rights under Florida Statutes Chapter 83 concerning all related matters, including recovery of possession of the rental property, retention or recovery of the security deposit, potential claims and counterclaims against either landlord or tenant, how to approach potential eviction issues in light of a pending foreclosure on the rental property, and other issues.
The Law Office of Paul Courtright, P.A. can provide you with the timely and prudent legal advice on how to confidently proceed under the law to protect your interests. Contact Paul Courtright and learn how we can assist you with your legal needs.
For Landlords Whether it is drafting a new lease for your new client, a security deposit dispute, or proceeding with an eviction against a tenant who hasn't paid rent or is damaging your property, The Law Office of Paul Courtright, P.A. has the experience and knowledge to quickly and correctly meet your needs as a landlord. Contact attorney Paul Courtright to discuss your specific needs and protect your property rights in your rental property.
Typical Attorney's Fees and Costs
Apartment Communities
Our typical attorney's fee for conducting an uncontested residential eviction for possession only from non-payment of rent involving non-government subsidized housing starts out at $300.00, exclusive of filing fees and costs.
Filing fees and processing costs are additional and vary from county to county. Costs typically include, but are not limited to, filing fees for the eviction (typically $185.00), a summons processing fee ($10.00 per summons per defendant being served, minimum of $20.00), service of process costs by either the county sheriff or private process server (market rate) and, if necessary, the cost for the Sheriff's deputy to execute the Writ of Possession and remove the tenant from the premises (typically $90.00 for the first tenant, and $40.00 for each additional tenant).
Most evictions for unpaid rent go uncontested. However, if the tenant files any responsive pleading, answer, or counterclaim to the complaint for eviction, the case becomes contested, and the attorneys' fees and costs will increase. If a court appearance is required, an additional fee of $250.00 for the court appearance is charged.
Property Managers Our typical attorney's fee for conducting an uncontested residential eviction for possession only from non-payment of rent involving non-government subsidized housing starts out at $300.00 and up.
Filing fees and processing costs are additional and vary from county to county. Costs typically include, but are not limited to, filing fees for the eviction (typically $185.00), a summons processing fee ($10.00 per summons per defendant being served, minimum of $20.00), service of process costs by either the county sheriff or private process server (market rate) and, if necessary, the cost for the Sheriff's deputy to execute the Writ of Possession and remove the tenant from the premises (typically $90.00 for the first tenant, and an additional $40.00 for each additional tenant).
Most evictions for unpaid rent go uncontested. However, if the tenant files any responsive pleading, answer, or counterclaim to the complaint for eviction, the case becomes contested, and the attorneys' fees and costs will increase. If a court appearance is required, an additional fee of $250.00 for the court appearance is charged.
Investors/Individual Homeowners The Law Office of Paul Courtright has developed a strong reputation in successfully servicing out-of-state landlords who seek to protect their home investment by removing tenants who have failed to pay rent or are in material breach of their lease. Our law office is dedicated to going that extra mile for the out-of-state landlord who needs trusted counsel in removing a tenant who has put the property at risk.
Our typical attorney's fee for conducting an uncontested residential eviction for possession only from non-payment of rent involving non-government subsidized housing starts at $500.00 plus all fees and costs.
Fees and costs are additional and vary from county to county. Costs typically include, but are not limited to, filing fees for the eviction (typically $185.00), a summons processing fee ($10.00 per summons per defendant being served, minimum of $20.00), service of process costs by either the county sheriff or private process server (market rate) and, if necessary, the cost for the Sheriff's deputy to execute the Writ of Possession and remove the tenant from the premises (typically $90.00 for the first tenant, and $40.00 additional for each additional tenant).
Typically, most evictions for unpaid rent go uncontested. However, if the tenant files any paper, answer, or counterclaim in response to the complaint for eviction, the case becomes contested, and the attorneys' fees and costs likely will increase.If a court appearance is required, an additional fee of $250.00 per court appearance is charged,plus mileage.
Special Services If you are a landlord or owner of a rented residential property who lives out of state, or if you manage your own property from far away, contact us.
We have helped many out-of-state landlords regain their property through the eviction process. We can be of assistance to you in coordinating the necessary services needed to bring your eviction to completion at a reasonable rate with additional convenience to you.
Some of the services we can provide include, but are not limited to, coordinating the presence of the locksmith for the execution of the Writ of Possession, being present to recover your property during the Writ, advise you on the condition of your property after the Sheriff's office has executed the Writ of Possession and removed the tenant, and connect you with reliable service providers if repairs are required.
For Tenants
Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes provides specific relief to tenants who may have legitimate legal issues with their landlord. As a tenant, knowing your legal rights under the law is critical.
To discuss your matter, please contact Paul Courtright, P.A. and schedule your appointment.
The Law Office of Paul Courtright, P.A. 465 Maitland Avenue Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701 Tel: (407) 830-8001 Fax: (407) 830-8004 Email: mail@courtright-law.com
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