The transfer of a lease by the tenant (assignor) to another person (assignee). Leases are generally transferable at common law, although restrictions may apply.
Dispossess Proceedings, also known as eviction, are a legal process used by landlords to remove tenants and regain possession of property.
Distraint refers to the legal right of a landlord to seize a tenant's personal property to satisfy payment of overdue rent. It is a remedy available to landlords when tenants fail to fulfill their rental payment obligations.
Eviction, actual, refers to the removal of a person from a property, either through force or by legal processes. This action is typically initiated by the property owner or landlord for various reasons, including non-payment of rent or violation of lease terms.
A legal document issued to inform a tenant or landlord of the intention to vacate a rented property. The notice can be initiated by either party, detailing the date by which the property must be vacated.
