Possession claims, Section 8 notices, rent arrears, eviction and disrepair, for landlords and tenants. Call 07960 232248 or WhatsApp us for a free first consultation with a solicitor from our panel, often the same day.
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Renting changed on 1 May 2026
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 abolished Section 21 “no-fault” notices in England from 1 May 2026. New tenancies are now periodic, and a landlord who wants a property back must serve a Section 8 notice relying on a ground for possession, then prove that ground in court. A Section 21 notice served before 1 May 2026 could only be used if court proceedings were issued by 31 July 2026.
For landlords, that means getting the notice, the ground and the evidence right first time. For tenants, it means a notice that does not follow the rules may not be valid at all.
Help for landlords
Choosing the right Section 8 ground: rent arrears, selling, moving in, anti-social behaviour or breach of tenancy
Drafting and serving Section 8 notices with the correct notice period
Issuing possession claims in the county court and attending the hearing
Recovering rent arrears and money judgments
Enforcement after a possession order, including warrants and writs of possession
Checking deposit protection, gas safety, EPC and licensing compliance before you serve notice
Help for tenants
Checking whether a Section 8 notice or possession claim is valid
Defending possession claims and preparing for the court hearing
Rent arrears: negotiating payment plans and asking the court for time
Disrepair, damp and mould claims
Unlawful eviction and harassment by a landlord
Deposit protection claims
Local help across Newham and London
We help landlords and tenants across Newham and east London, including Stratford, Plaistow, West Ham, East Ham, Forest Gate, Canning Town, Manor Park, Beckton and Leyton, and across wider London. Speak to us by phone, WhatsApp or video, or arrange a home visit, including evenings and weekends.
How it works
Call or WhatsApp. Tell us about the property, the tenancy and any notice or court papers.
Free first consultation. A solicitor from our panel explains your options and the likely next steps.
Clear fees. If you want to go ahead, the solicitor confirms their fees in writing before any work starts.
Your case is handled. You deal directly with an SRA-regulated solicitor.
Frequently asked questions
Can my landlord still give me a Section 21 notice? No. Section 21 notices cannot be served in England from 1 May 2026. A landlord must use a Section 8 notice and rely on a ground for possession.
I have received court papers for possession. What should I do? Act straight away. Check the papers for the hearing date and any deadline to file a defence, and get advice before the hearing. Do not ignore them: an order can be made in your absence.
How long does a possession claim take? It depends on the ground, the notice period and how busy the court is. A solicitor can give you a realistic timetable once they have seen the tenancy and the notice.
My tenant has stopped paying rent. Can I change the locks? No. Evicting a tenant without a court order can be a criminal offence under the Protection from Eviction Act 1977. After a possession order, only court enforcement officers can carry out the eviction.
Do you help with council and housing association tenancies? Yes. Tell us who your landlord is and what has happened, and we will arrange a solicitor who handles that type of tenancy.
Other areas we help with
Settlement Agreements · Employment · Wills · Council Enforcement · Oaths & Declarations
Ready to talk? Call 07960 232248 or WhatsApp us for a free first consultation with a solicitor from our panel.
Your Legal Assistant UK (Legal Assistant Limited, company number 13470636) is not a law firm and does not give legal advice or carry out legal work. With your consent, we pass your enquiry to a solicitor at one of our panel firms, all regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. The solicitor will confirm their name, firm and fees before you decide whether to instruct them. Our director, Mohammad Ibraheem Nasir, is a solicitor regulated by the SRA (ID 479915) and may work on your matter through a panel firm. This page is general information, not legal advice.
