Landlord-Tenant Law From A to Z Training Class

Course ID: 21162

Landlord-Tenant Law From A to Z Training Seminar

Do You Have a Firm Grasp of Landlord and Tenant Rights and Obligations?

Whether you're new to this area of practice or just need a refresher, this comprehensive overview is for you! Examine the fundamentals of landlord-tenant law and gain applicable legal knowledge on landlord and tenant rights and obligations, handling security deposits, leases, discrimination, evictions, and the nuances of subsidized housing. Be prepared to successfully handle rental disputes with a firm legal foundation - register today!

Understand landlords' obligations and the remedies available for failure to repair or maintain living conditions.
Examine the details of tenants' duties to occupy and pay rent, so you can confidently pursue legal action when appropriate.
Prevent the mishandling of security deposits by knowing the legal requirements associated with them.
Ensure leases include the key terms and provisions to prevent commonly contested issues.
Study foreclosure and bankruptcy issues that affect leases in order to successfully represent a tenant that is served with a foreclosure complaint.
Avoid housing discrimination claims: know what constitutes discrimination and how to prevent it when screening applicants.
Learn the nuances of subsidized housing and the special procedures for grievances and terminating leases.
Mitigate landlord liability - review the proper notices required for various problematic situations.
Be prepared to handle both administrative and judicial eviction proceedings.


	Agenda
	LANDLORD RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS 9:00 - 10:00, David V. Allen Collection of Rent Term of Lease Right to Lessee's Property Duty to Deliver Possession Duty to Repair Premises Liability Warranty of Habitability Duty to Mitigate Remedies for Failure of Landlord Duties TENANT RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS 10:15 - 11:15, David V. Allen Use of Property Peaceful Possession and Condemnation Issues Lease Termination and Constructive Eviction Rights Filing Rent in Escrow Related to Disputes With Landlord Duty to Occupy Duty to Pay Rent Compliance With Lease Terms Acting as a Good Caretaker Remedies for Failure of Tenant Duties SECURITY DEPOSITS 11:15 - 12:00, Robert G. Friedman Legal Requirements for Handling Security Deposits Security Deposit Deductions and Return Handling Deposits During Transfer of Property EFFECTIVE LEASES 1:00 - 2:00, David V. Allen Residential vs. Commercial Leases Terms and Key Provisions: Implied Rights and Avoiding Disputes Termination Conditions Transferring Tenancies Foreclosure and Bankruptcy Considerations RENTAL DISCRIMINATION 2:00 - 2:45, Michael D. Linn Overview of Antidiscrimination Laws: Coverage, Bases and Illegal Practices Legal Screening Techniques and Reasons for Applicant Rejection Best Practices to Avoid Discrimination Claims Damages and Enforcement SUBSIDIZED HOUSING 3:00 - 3:45, Michael D. Linn Fair Housing Act and Section 8 Terminating a Lease Grievances and Exceptions EVICTIONS 3:45 - 4:30, Robert G. Friedman Proper Notices for Problematic Situations Practical Distinctions Between Commercial and Residential Evictions Unlawful Detainer vs. Rent and Possession Lawsuits The Administrative Eviction Process and Procedures The Judicial Eviction Process and Procedures Bankruptcy Complications


	Audience
	This basic level program offers a comprehensive overview of landlord-tenant law for attorneys and paralegals. Property managers may also benefit from the course.