Fairfax, VA Landlord-Tenant Dispute Lawyers

Real Estate Attorneys Helping Landlords and Tenants Resolve Disputes in Fairfax

No matter which side you are on, a landlord-tenant dispute can be expensive and emotionally draining. Even if the lease is carefully drafted, an issue might arise that was not addressed in the document, or it may have been addressed in a vague and confusing manner. At Fox & Moghul, our real estate attorneys understand the complexities of lease agreements and where problems are likely to occur. We know how to help our clients assert their rights under the agreement or under the law generally. If the value of your claim is $5,000 or more, our attorneys could be invaluable to your case.

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Commercial and Residential Landlords

If you are a landlord, our attorneys are ready to help with nearly all legal aspects of your business. Our services and representation include:

• Commercial lease drafting and negotiations
• Evictions (unlawful detainers)
• Tenant assertions
• Waste (damaged property claim)
• Illegal sublets
• Improper assignments
• Breach of lease
• Non-payment of rent
• Option-to-purchase agreements

Although unforeseen problems can sometimes arise with a tenant, most problems can be foreseen and prevented or mitigated. Consulting with a lawyer when drafting or enforcing a lease can save you significant time, money, and hassle in the long run.

Commercial and Residential Tenants

Whether you are a business owner in a commercial lease agreement or a residential tenant, our attorneys can help protect your rights and ensure that you are getting a fair deal. At Fox & Moghul, we are uniquely qualified to protect your business interests and safeguard your rights in a commercial lease agreement. We can make sure the terms of your lease will be enforced while addressing other concerns that may affect your rights or your ability to operate your business successfully.

We have helped residential tenant clients address a variety of structural issues with their properties. If your landlord fraudulently concealed broken pipes, or if you have discovered mold on your property, contact our attorneys immediately to protect your rights and your safety.

We Have Secured Results for Numerous Virginia Clients

Our landlord-tenant services are trusted throughout Loudoun, Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William and Spotsylvania Counties, Alexandria City, and Washington, D.C. They make up one of the most robust parts of our practice. Some of our successes include:

• Foreclosure-Related Eviction Along With a Title Challenge in Circuit Court: We addressed an unlawful detainer involving a challenge to a foreclosure action that sought to void the client's purchase. The case was settled, and our client was able to obtain possession of the property.
• Utility Overbilling Affecting Commercial Tenant Audit Rights: We worked with our client, a prominent sushi restaurant and bar in Georgetown, to help negotiate a resolution to a lease dispute with their landlord. This dispute involved the landlord's billing practices regarding water usage. We helped our client negotiate a compromise by invoking their specific rights under their commercial lease. The terms required the installation of a direct billing meter on the tenant's premises.
• Commercial Lease Release: We represented a well-known Peruvian chicken chain restaurant in a lease dispute in which three business partners asserted ownership over the restaurant. We were able to successfully negotiate a settlement and release of our client.
• Breach of Contract Suit Involving Predatory Landlord: We helped our client take legal action against a predatory slumlord who attempted to extort thousands of dollars in damages. We obtained judgment and obtained back rent and the return of our client's full security deposit.

Contact Our Fairfax, VA Landlord-Tenant Dispute Attorneys

Our firm represents clients in a variety of real estate matters, including disputes between landlords and tenants and other cases related to commercial leases. To discuss your legal needs with us, call 703-652-5506 or contact us online.