RESIDENTIAL LITIGATION
Rent Arrears & Debt Recovery for Landlords – Take Back Control
Are you a landlord dealing with a tenant who’s stopped paying rent? You're not alone – and you don’t have to handle it on your own. At Scarton Law, we provide clear, effective legal support to help landlords recover unpaid rent and deal with tenants in arrears.
We know that unpaid rent can cause serious financial pressure. That’s why we act quickly and professionally to help you recover what you’re owed, while protecting your rights and reducing stress along the way.
Whether your tenant is avoiding payment or simply can’t afford to pay, we’ll explain your legal options clearly – and help you take the right next step.
What We Can Help With
Early Action & Letters Before Action
The first step in recovering unpaid rent is usually a Letter Before Action – a formal legal letter that gives your tenant one final opportunity to pay before court action begins. Often, this is enough to encourage payment and avoid further steps.
Court Claims for Rent Arrears
If the rent still isn’t paid, we can issue a money claim through the County Court. We handle everything from preparing the claim to obtaining a County Court Judgment (CCJ), which confirms that your tenant owes the money.
Enforcement of Judgments
Once a judgment is in place, we can take steps to enforce it. These include:
Warrants of Execution – authorising enforcement agents to collect payment or seize goods
Attachment of Earnings Orders – deducting payments directly from a tenant’s salary
Charging Orders – securing the debt against the tenant’s property (if they own one)
Statutory Demands & Bankruptcy Proceedings
In more serious cases, we can serve a statutory demand as a formal warning before pursuing bankruptcy proceedings. This is a powerful tool if the arrears are significant and the tenant has assets.
Evicting Tenants in Rent Arrears
If the situation can’t be resolved, we’ll help you start possession proceedings under Section 8 of the Housing Act, which allows you to evict tenants based on rent arrears.
We’ll make sure notices are correctly served and guide you through the court process.
Why Choose Scarton Law?
Over 17 years’ experience supporting landlords with rent arrears
Fast, practical advice from a solicitor who specialises in property litigation
Clear guidance on all available options – with or without court
Friendly, approachable service with no jargon
Based in Hull & Leeds – working with landlords across the UK
Struggling with a Tenant Who’s Not Paying Rent?
Don't let rent arrears spiral out of control. The sooner you take legal action, the more options you’ll have. Whether you want to recover the debt, regain possession, or both – we’ll help you do it the right way. Get in touch now for expert legal advice on rent arrears and debt recovery for landlords.