Which notice do I use for rent arrears?

Section 8, relying on grounds 8, 10 and 11 for arrears. Ground 8 is mandatory where the tenant is in at least two months' arrears both when the notice is served and at the hearing.

How long does possession take?

From notice through to possession, straightforward section 21 cases typically take three to six months. Defended cases or those with backlogs take longer.

Are you regulated to represent me at the hearing?

No. BLS is a legal consultancy — we prepare your case and can refer you to authorised representation for the hearing.

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Possession Proceedings Support

Section 21 and section 8 notice, claim and hearing support.

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Overview

How we help

Recovering possession is one of the most technically demanding areas of landlord and tenant law. We support landlords through the correct notice, court proceedings and, where necessary, enforcement — carefully, so the case is not lost on a technicality.

Who this is for: Private landlords seeking possession of a residential property let under an AST or company let.

What is included

Assessment of the correct route (section 21 vs section 8 vs accelerated)
Notice preparation and service
Preparation of Form N5 / N5B claim
Bundle and evidence preparation
Response to defended possession claims
Guidance on warrant of possession and eviction

Process

How the process works

01
Notice assessment
We confirm which notice is appropriate and prepare it correctly.
02
Notice served
You serve the notice and we track the notice period.
03
Court claim
If the tenant does not leave, we prepare the possession claim.
04
Hearing and warrant
We help you through the hearing and, if required, application for a warrant of possession.

When we help

Common situations we help with

Every matter is different, but the following situations come up frequently. If any of these sound like yours, we can help.

Rent arrears building beyond two months
Fixed term ended and you want the property back
Serious breach of the tenancy agreement
Anti-social behaviour affecting neighbours

Frequently asked

Common questions

Which notice do I use for rent arrears?: Section 8, relying on grounds 8, 10 and 11 for arrears. Ground 8 is mandatory where the tenant is in at least two months' arrears both when the notice is served and at the hearing.
How long does possession take?: From notice through to possession, straightforward section 21 cases typically take three to six months. Defended cases or those with backlogs take longer.
Are you regulated to represent me at the hearing?: No. BLS is a legal consultancy — we prepare your case and can refer you to authorised representation for the hearing.

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