An Ohio Landlord’s Primer to Evictions

tenant eviction ohioShould one get into the landlord-tenant business and stick with it long enough, one will probably, at some point, have to deal with evicting a tenant in Ohio.  With respect to this eviction area, there are certain basic rules that you must know.

First, most landlords know that it is good common sense for a landlord to set up as a corporation or a limited liability company and then transfer the rental property into the business entity.  This is so that if there is ever an accident on the property or a dispute, the landlord’s personal assets are protected.  However, if the landlord is a corporation or an LLC, the business entity cannot represent itself in court for an eviction.  In Ohio, a corporation or an LLC must be represented in court by an attorney in an eviction action.

Eviction Of A Tenant, Basic Rules In Ohio You Must Know!

Second, in Ohio, with respect to residential property, self-help is strictly prohibited.  If a tenant fails to pay his or her rent, you cannot just change the locks and retake possession of the property.  You must go through an eviction action.  Also, if a tenant fails to pay … Read More... “An Ohio Landlord’s Primer to Evictions”