• How to Contest an Unlawful Detainer in Utah

    How to Contest an Unlawful Detainer in Utah

    Utah eviction cases move fast. After service, you may have only three calendar days to start protecting your right to stay. To contest an unlawful detainer, read every paper, track each deadline, file your Answer, and attend every hearing. We explain each step below, but don’t wait to begin. Table of Contents Step 1: Read…

  • LeBaron and Jensen Layton Utah Eviction

    What Are Eviction Notices?

    An eviction notice is a vital part of the eviction process. No further action can be taken until an eviction notice has properly been served. There are specific situations in which an eviction notice may be served, although some types of eviction notices must offer an alternative course of action for the tenant. Types of…

  • LeBaron and Jensen Layton Utah Security Deposit

    Can My Landlord Keep My Security Deposit?

    The laws concerning security deposits vary from state to state. There are a few general reasons that a landlord may be entitled to keep part or all of the tenant’s security deposit. The period in which the landlord must return the deposit varies, but it is typically within 15-30 days of moving out. The landlord…