Bought a property with tenants. Seller is deceased and there is no lease. What can I charge for rent?

This seemingly simple question has a number of possible answers. Rent control in DC is multi-faceted and does not necessarily attach to a piece of...

Can I change the locks if I give notice, and provide tenants with a key?

NO! NO! ABSOLUTELY NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU DO THIS. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, PLEASE DO NOT CHANGE THE LOCKS. I am typing in all caps...

I get it. You are a person, an entity is a “person” therefore you have the same legal rights. Logical. However, logical analysis of typical...

Looking for Pro Bono help

I cannot tell from your question, but, if you feel like you are being discriminated against because of your sexual orientation and are looking for...

You have a litany of complex practical and procedural landlord and tenant questions and you absolutely without question need an experienced...

File a First Amended Complaint

Additional occurrences, new facts, or changed circumstances that did not exist at the time of the original or first amended complaint are perfectly...

In DC, what are my rights when due process isn't followed, fines are excessive ($500+/instance), and rules are vague?

You find yourself in a difficult situation, because the tools at the Association’s disposal to collect the fines that have been imposed are...

Complaints can be amended as many times as the Court allows. Under the rules, a party can amend its complaint as a matter of right before a...

Hello, I live in D.C. and would like to know how do i build a lawsuit against action lawsuit against Facebook and Cambridge Ana?

Step 1: Consult with a lawyer to get a real evaluation of the viability of your claim, the likelihood of success, and most importantly, the cost. ...

Can Property Mgr deny a resident of 36 years notarized request to issue a 'Key fob' to friend while out of town?

I’m not sure that the Property Manager has any obligation to issue a key fob to anyone but you. If he refused to issue you a key fob and as a...