experienced tri-cities attorney handling evictions cases

When a tenant and landlord sign a lease agreement, both parties have certain legal rights and responsiblities under the agreement. If you are a landlord, it is imperative that you have an experienced Tri-Cities eviction lawyer who understands Washington eviction laws standing up for your rights. Court action is required to evict any tenant who refuses to vacate. Self-help evictions are illegal and there is no longer a no-cause "20-day" notice under Washington state law. You must have legal grounds for the eviction and serve a proper eviction notice, such as a notice to pay rent or vacate, to comply or vacate, or to terminate the tenancy. The laws governing the time and manner of service for eviction notices was changed in 2025 and courts strictly enforce these time and manner requirements. Even if a tenant received actual notice, there could be a problem in court if the service method was not technically in compliance with the time and manner requirements. The Federal CARES Act may also impose additional requirements for nonpayment of rent cases. Landlords are well advised to have an attorney handle the eviction case from the very beginning, including the initial notice.