Landlord & Tenant Lawyers in Edmonton

Our landlord and tenant lawyers in Edmonton act for both landlords and tenants in disputes under Alberta's Residential Tenancies Act — at the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) and in court.

What we handle

• Evictions & possession orders
• Unpaid rent
• Damage claims
• Security deposit disputes
• Wrongful eviction
• RTDRS hearings

The RTDRS

The Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service is a faster, less formal alternative to court for most residential landlord-tenant disputes, with a limit of $100,000. It can order unpaid rent, damages, return of deposits, and termination of a tenancy and possession of the property. Larger or more complex matters may go to court.

For landlords

• Unpaid rent and substantial breaches — proper notices and, where needed, an application to end the tenancy
• Damage — documenting the condition of the property and claiming beyond the deposit
• Getting it right — defective notices and procedures are a common reason landlords lose time

For tenants

• Security deposits — a deposit can't exceed one month's rent, and must be returned (or deductions itemized) within the required time after the tenancy ends
• Evictions — landlords must follow the Act's notice and process requirements
• Repairs and quiet enjoyment — your rights to a property that meets minimum standards

Inspection reports

Move-in and move-out inspection reports are required and are often the most important evidence in a deposit or damage dispute. Keep copies and photos.

Commercial tenancies aren't covered by the Residential Tenancies Act — see commercial leases.