What fees apply if I hire a lawyer to enforce my rent reduction?
January 9, 2022 | 60,00 EUR | answered by Ralf Hausdorf
Dear Sir or Madam,
I have a question regarding the fees that arise when engaging a lawyer to enforce my rent reduction. Recently, I have discovered significant defects in my apartment that significantly affect my quality of living. These include mold formation, leaky windows, and damp walls. I have repeatedly asked my landlord to remedy the defects, but without success. Therefore, I now want to engage a lawyer to enforce my rent reduction.
My concerns mainly lie in not knowing exactly what costs I will incur when engaging a lawyer. I want to ensure that I take the right legal steps in my case and at the same time do not have to pay unnecessarily high fees. Therefore, I request clarification on the fees involved and possible solutions to successfully enforce my rent reduction.
Thank you in advance for your support and advice.
Sincerely,
Hildegard Hemminger
Dear Mrs. Hemminger,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the fees incurred when engaging a lawyer to enforce your rent reduction. It is understandable that you would like to be clear about the costs before taking legal action. I would be happy to explain in detail the fees that could be incurred in your case and what solutions are available to successfully enforce your rent reduction.
When you engage a lawyer to enforce your rent reduction, legal fees are typically charged according to the Lawyers' Remuneration Act (RVG). The amount of the fees depends on the value of the subject matter, which in your case is determined by the amount of the rent reduction. The lawyer can either bill according to the RVG or make a fee agreement with you that deviates from the statutory fees. It is important that you discuss the costs and billing method with the lawyer in advance to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
In addition to legal fees, other costs may arise, such as court costs or expert fees if expert opinions are required for evidence purposes. Here too, it is important that you inform yourself in good time about these costs and consider options for cost coverage, for example, through legal expenses insurance.
To successfully enforce your rent reduction, it is important that the lawyer carefully examines the defects in your apartment and advises you on the legal options available to you. Possible steps could include warning the landlord, initiating legal proceedings, or reaching an out-of-court settlement. The lawyer will help you find the optimal solution for you and effectively represent your rights.
I hope that this information has been helpful to you, and I am available to answer any further questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to contact me to clarify your legal matters and successfully enforce your rent reduction.
Kind regards,
Ralf Hausdorf
