Unfortunately, life comes with some bumps in the road. If one of those bumps includes eviction issues, the resolution may not always seem so simple. Landlords and tenants alike have certain responsibilities during the eviction process. For those that want to represent themselves*, it is possible; however, it is always best to consult an attorney about your legal rights and responsibilities in your particular case.
Contact GHLaw to assist you with your eviction process today.
If you decide to represent yourself, you should be familiar with
Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes. If the eviction involves a personal residence, you should read
Part II - Residential Tenancies. The Florida Bar website is a great resource for
information and forms. The Landlord and Tenant forms have been approved by the Florida Supreme Court. However, because the law is continually changing, there is no guarantee that these forms comport with current law. These forms are not a substitute for the advice of an attorney.
*Corporate Entities including limited liability companies (LLCs), must be represented by a lawyer in order to file documents in court and/or appear in court. They may not be represented by a non-lawyer, employees, or agents. The only exception is that a property manager who has written authorization from the landlord may handle an eviction on the landlord’s behalf. That exception only applies if 1) The eviction is for failure to pay rent and 2) the eviction is uncontested. If the eviction is considered contested, the property manager’s authorization to act on behalf of the landlord ends when a hearing is required.