RESIDENTIAL LITIGATION
Clear Legal Advice You Can Trust
When problems arise with tenants, neighbours, or leases, knowing your legal rights – and what to do next – can feel overwhelming. At Scarton Law, we make things simpler. Whether you’re a landlord, tenant, or letting agent, we offer expert legal support for all kinds of residential property issues, helping you take the right steps and avoid costly mistakes.
Based in Yorkshire and supporting clients across Hull, Leeds, North Lincolnshire and the UK, we work with private landlords, managing agents and leaseholders who need straightforward legal advice and action that gets results.
Evicting Tenants (Section 8 and Section 21)
Need to remove a tenant who won’t leave or hasn’t paid rent? We’ll guide you through the correct legal process, including Section 8 and Section 21 notices, helping you avoid delays and make sure your paperwork is legally sound. Don’t risk getting it wrong – we’ll make sure everything is done by the book.
Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs)
We specialise in ASTs, the most common type of residential tenancy in the UK. Whether you’re setting one up or dealing with a breach, we’ll advise you on your rights and responsibilities before, during and after the tenancy. If things go wrong, we’re here to help resolve disputes and protect your position.
Tenancy Drafting
Need a tenancy agreement that protects you properly? We can draft clear, legally compliant Assured Shorthold Tenancies and Common Law Tenancies, tailored to your needs. If you're unsure whether your current contract is enforceable, we’ll review it for you.
Rent Arrears & Debt Recovery
When tenants fall behind on rent, we act quickly to help you recover what's owed. We use a range of legal tools to secure payment, including letters before action, court claims, statutory demands, bankruptcy proceedings, and enforcement applications like warrants of execution and attachment of earnings.
Leasehold Extensions
If you're a leaseholder with a short lease, we can help you extend it under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993. From serving the correct notice to issuing tribunal proceedings if needed, we’ll make sure the process is smooth and stress-free.
Service Charge Disputes
Disputes over residential service charges are common – and often complex. We act for both landlords and tenants, helping to challenge unfair charges or defend against complaints. We also deal with Section 21A applications for official determinations.
Neighbour and Boundary Disputes
Disagreements with neighbours over fences, driveways or access routes can escalate quickly. We help you understand your legal rights, resolve the situation calmly, and take formal legal action if necessary.
Why Choose Scarton Law?
Over 17 years of residential litigation experience
Friendly, down-to-earth advice – no legal jargon
Fast, clear communication so you’re never left waiting
Based locally in Hull and Leeds – working across the UK
Personal service from a solicitor who cares about getting it right
Need Help with a Residential Property Issue?
Whether you need to evict a tenant, recover unpaid rent, extend a lease or settle a dispute, we’re here to help. Contact us today for expert legal advice from a trusted residential property litigation solicitor.