Eviction Lawyer:
An Ally for Landlords and Property Managers
Evicting a tenant is never a landlord’s first choice. But when the situation is warranted, taking swift legal action by hiring a landlord attorney is the best way to protect your property or your finances from descending into chaos.
While most renters pay on time and respect the terms of their lease, even one troublesome tenant can get you tangled in a financial and legal mess. In Minnesota, there are many laws designed to protect the rights of renters—and today’s landlords must navigate many regulations when renting out a property. From advertising a vacancy to the entire lease application and signing process, property managers and owners must be sure to follow the letter of the law.
But what happens if a tenant needs to be removed after the lease is signed? Are there any legal protections for landlords? As a property owner, there are appropriate actions you can take to safeguard your real estate investment, and a landlord attorney can guide you through this process. You don’t want to arrive at an eviction hearing and learn there’s a problem with your timing, legal arguments, or paperwork that could result in your case being dismissed.
Kelly Vince Griffitts is an experienced eviction lawyer and ally for Minnesota landlords. Whether you are an institutional landlord with multiple properties, or you manage a small number of rental properties as an essential income source or investment for your future retirement, rely on Griffitts Law to protect your assets. From proactive documentation to court appearances and even taking the right legal steps to store a tenant’s abandoned belongings, we take care of everything.
Residential landlords have a unique set of responsibilities and challenges. If not handled properly, an eviction can become a complicated situation that drains time and money or distracts you from other important responsibilities. Having an eviction attorney in your corner can make all the difference.
Are you a landlord? We’ve got your back.
Why You Might Need a Lawyer for Eviction
There are several reasons you might need a residential landlord lawyer or property management attorney to file an “Unlawful Detainer” (also known as an Eviction Action) on your behalf. Some of these reasons might include:
- Tenant is not paying rent: The tenant might be refusing to pay (or unable to pay) past-due rent, or may be withholding rent due to a disagreement with the landlord. Or, in some cases, the occupant might be an illegal squatter who has never paid rent.
- Tenant is violating the terms of the lease: You might need to remove a tenant who is making unauthorized structural changes to the property, keeping pets in a property where pets are not allowed, or smoking in a designated smoke-free property. Other reasons to hire an eviction attorney might include when a tenant is conducting illegal activity on the property, or if a tenant moves in who was not included on the original lease or background check.
In addition to residential evictions, Kelly Griffitts is a knowledgeable resource for commercial tenant evictions. There are several reasons a commercial landlord might need to evict a tenant—for example, if tenants refuse to make their lease payments, if there are illegal activities happening at the property, or due to other unresolved contract disputes. If you need a lease attorney to advise you on next steps with your commercial tenant before or after a lease is signed, contact Griffitts Law.
Don’t fight the system alone. Work with a reputable eviction attorney.
Your Minnesota Connection for Eviction Law
You may be wondering: How can I find a landlord attorney near me? Griffitts Law offers comprehensive legal services to a wide variety of clients throughout Minnesota, including
Laws and statutes regarding evictions vary from state to state. Learn more about Minnesota’s eviction process here.
Evictions: What You Need to Know
Do you have questions about the process of Evicting a Tenant? Educate yourself about what constitutes a breach of lease, prerequisites to eviction, security deposit issues, potential tenant defenses, and more on this page.
Representing Landlords in Fixed Fee Eviction Proceedings
Griffitts Law understands the stress and financial uncertainty that landlords face when considering an eviction. When you’re dealing with a difficult tenant, you deserve an eviction lawyer with a no-nonsense, time-saving approach.