Can my landlord force me to pay his legal fees if I bring suit against him?
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Can my landlord force me to pay his legal fees if I bring suit against him?
Asked on February 15, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
Jonathan Stanwood / Law Office of Jonathan H. Stanwood, LLC
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
S.L.'s answer is probably incorrect and since the person is not licensed in Pennsylvania, I am unsure why he or she is giving advice on a Pa question.
Having said that, it depends on what the lease says - attoneys fees in Pa can be awared in consumer transactions if there is an express provision in the contract, and even then they are usually tough to uphold.
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
If you lose the lawsuit, you will be liable for the landlord's attorney's fees.
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