Smyrna, TN asked in Landlord - Tenant for Tennessee

Q: Recently found out that my husband and I have a detainer warrant.

Court house said I was never served/ nothing further came. Gave me # for lawyer. I called he said they didn’t serve bc they didn’t have an address for us to be served. We left/broke lease due to conditions of rental. He gave me an amount to pay, includes “rent owed” and attorney fees. Do we need to pay this?

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  • Landlord Tenant Lawyer
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Licensed in Tennessee

A: If the Judgment was entered just a few days ago, move the Court to set aside the Default. Otherwise you have to worry about the Judgment's consequences. It could be made a Lien on property or a Garnishment on your Bank Account or paycheck. A credit report might be made. If you are concerned, negotiate with the LL's attorney to pay a small percentage and get a satisfaction filed withe the Court. Remember you have Exemption Rights.

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