Q: Do I need a lawyer if my apartment complex is still trying to charge me after I filled out an intent to vacate paper?
I moved out of my apartment, provided a 30 day notice. They are now saying months later that there were more documents that I had to fill out. Do I need a lawyer & do I have to pay them?
A: There is no simple answer to your question. The language of the lease will govern what type of notice is required, together with Missouri statutes. The duties of a management company to obtain the proper paperwork from a vacating tenant is not addressed in the law, so the circumstances and paperwork they are asking for will also help answer your question. Also, since anyone has the ability to file a lawsuit, regardless of merit, you may get sued even if you are in the right. I would strongly recommend you consult with a lawyer, provide all your documentation, and have them help you address the management company/landlord's assertions.
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