Landlord \Tenant Disputes: my previous landlord hesitate to give my security deposit(1650$) back. need a lawyer for help.

Depending on the facts of your case, you may be able to recover double the amount of the security deposit that is wrongfully withheld by your...

How do I file for eviction with county court if I didn't registered landlord registration and now need tenant signature?

I agree with the above comments. I would also add though that if you already filed the eviction complaint there is no need to dismiss it simply...

In New Jersey, a Landlord cannot lock you out. This is called Self-Help. Only a court officer can lock you out pursuant to a court order. A...

Need advise from experienced lawyers specialize in landlord/tenant law, evicting process, possible suit for damages

Layni's answer is very thorough. I would only like to add one comment. Given that there are damages and you will be utilizing the security deposit...

What is the legal notice time to vacate a rental property? What is the legal amount of time to return the deposit?

As far as breaking the lease, an attorney should review it first. Even if the lease allows you to vacate upon 30 days written notice, you may still...

Purusant to the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act, a realtor can be subject to penalties for deceptive practices in the sale of real estate. I would...

I have a leak in a ceiling. Landlord is notified and does not do anything.

You ahve several options. As the previous commentator noted, you can raise the landlord's failure to make repairs as a defense to an eviction and...

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Tenant owes 4 months and going to 5. My property is a two family not owner occupy. Do I need to send a notice to quit and days?

You seem to possibly raise several issues. One regarding non-payment of rent and the fact that the lease expired. If you have accepted rent after...

In landlord-tenant matters, the Court serves the Tenant by regular and certified mail at the address provided by the Landlord. So, service is only...

Normally, absent the exchange of rent, there is no landlord-tenant relationship formed and you can file for Ejectment in the Special Civil Court....