Rent Arrears Solicitors
When rent goes unpaid, it can create financial strain and tension between landlords and tenants. Our property dispute solicitors provide clear, decisive advice to recover rent arrears and protect your interests.
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Expert support for rent arrears disputes
Rent arrears are one of the most common causes of dispute between landlords and tenants. Whether you’re a landlord dealing with persistent non-payment, or a tenant being pursued for arrears you believe are unfair, it’s important to take early legal advice.
At Slater Heelis, our Property Litigation team – led by Daniel Stern, Partner and Head of Property Litigation – provides practical, results-driven advice tailored to your situation. Daniel and his team act for both landlords and tenants across the North West and beyond, combining technical expertise with a clear, commercial approach.
We’ll explain your rights in plain language, outline your options, and help you reach a fair resolution – whether that means negotiating repayment, taking enforcement action, or defending against unreasonable claims.
Call us on 0330 111 3131 or fill in our online form to speak with a specialist solicitor in Manchester, Sale and Chester.
What are rent arrears?
Rent arrears arise when a tenant falls behind on rent payments. This might be a short-term issue caused by financial difficulty, or an ongoing problem where there is no intention to pay. Disputes can also arise when landlords claim arrears that tenants contest.
Unpaid rent not only impacts landlords financially, but can also create uncertainty and tension in the landlord-tenant relationship. Taking swift, informed action is the best way to manage the situation before it escalates further.
Types of rent arrears disputes we handle
Our Property Litigation team has experience resolving all types of arrears-related disputes, including:
- Recovering unpaid rent from tenants
- Negotiating realistic repayment agreements
- Defending tenants against unfair or inflated arrears claims
- Landlord claims for interest and costs on arrears
- Using deposit schemes to offset unpaid rent
- Taking possession action where arrears remain unresolved
How our solicitors can help
We know that disputes over rent arrears can quickly become stressful and costly. Our team provides clear, pragmatic advice for both landlords and tenants, including:
- Reviewing tenancy agreements and rent payment obligations
- Advising on the legal remedies available to you
- Negotiating repayment schedules to avoid the need for court action
- Serving the correct notices to recover arrears
- Pursuing or defending court proceedings where necessary
Our focus is always on protecting your financial position and resolving disputes quickly, without unnecessary escalation.
Why choose Slater Heelis?
With decades of experience in property litigation, we’ve helped clients across the North West and beyond resolve countless disputes over rent arrears. What sets us apart is our straightforward approach, our speed of action, and our commitment to protecting your interests.
As a full-service law firm, we also work closely with colleagues in our commercial property, corporate, commercial, litigation and employment teams, ensuring you receive joined-up advice if wider issues arise from your tenancy arrangements.
At Slater Heelis, you’ll have a trusted adviser by your side, guiding you through every step of the process.
Get in touch today to speak with our rent arrears solicitors and find out how we can help protect your interests.
