WYN Legal secures withdrawal of allergen claim following allegations at wedding
October 8, 2026WYN Legal has secured a possession order within just 14 days for a landlord client in a rent arrears case, together with a favourable costs order.
With significant changes to the residential possession landscape and increasing focus on the statutory grounds for possession, the case highlights just how important it is for landlords to get the fundamentals right when pursuing tenants for substantial rent arrears.
Led by Binal Shah and Bhavdeep Kaur, the WYN Legal team took a methodical approach from the outset. The team carefully analysed the history of the arrears, reviewed the tenancy documentation and identified the relevant grounds for possession before ensuring the necessary notices were properly served.
A fully particularised claim was then prepared, supported by a clear and accurate rent arrears schedule and the key documentation required to establish the landlord’s case.
The result: a possession order secured within 14 days, together with a favourable order for costs.
The case demonstrates that successful possession proceedings can depend as much on preparation as advocacy. Accurate arrears schedules, correctly completed notices, properly pleaded grounds and organised evidence can make a significant difference when the matter comes before a judge.
Knowing the case inside out - and being able to immediately take the court to the tenancy agreement, notices, arrears schedule and other key evidence - can be crucial to securing possession efficiently and avoiding unnecessary delay.
For landlords and managing agents, the message is simple: prepare early, document carefully and ensure the case is properly constructed before proceedings are issued.
WYN Legal advises landlords, property owners and managing agents on possession proceedings, rent arrears and residential property disputes.
For advice on possession proceedings or a landlord and tenant dispute, contact Binal Shah - bshah@wyn.legal and the WYN Legal property disputes team.
