Eviction Process Checklist
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Pre-Eviction: Notice & Documentation
Ensuring proper notification and building a strong case with thorough documentation.
Lease Start Date
Reason for Eviction (Detailed)
Type of Notice Required (e.g., Cure or Quit, Unconditional Quit)
Notice Delivery Date
Method of Notice Delivery
Copy of Lease Agreement
Description of Notice Content (Summary)
Rent Due (Amount)
Next Rent Due Date
Notice to Quit/Cure
Preparing and serving the legally required notice(s) to the tenant.
Date of Notice Issuance
Reason for Notice (e.g., Non-payment of Rent, Lease Violation)
Amount of Rent Due (if applicable)
Detailed Description of Lease Violation (if applicable)
Type of Notice Served
Date by which Tenant Must Comply
Method of Service
Proof of Service (e.g., Certified Mail Receipt)
Notes on Notice Delivery (e.g., Who Served, Where Served)
Filing the Eviction Lawsuit (Complaint)
Preparing and filing the formal eviction lawsuit with the court.
Tenant Name(s) (as listed on lease)
Property Address (as listed on lease)
Reason(s) for Eviction (itemize and be specific)
Date Notice to Quit/Cure was Served
Amount of Rent Due (if applicable)
Description of any other damages/fees owed
Copy of Lease Agreement
Copy of Notice to Quit/Cure (and proof of service)
Court Jurisdiction (City/County)
Service of Process
Ensuring proper legal service of the lawsuit on the tenant.
Method of Service
Date of Service
Server's Name (Professional Server)
Server's Affidavits/Declarations
Proof of Service Document (Filed with Court)
Description of location of service (e.g., front door)
Tenant Response & Court Appearance
Managing the tenant's response and preparing for court hearings.
Date of Tenant's Response Received
Summary of Tenant's Answer/Response
Tenant Appeared in Court?
Summary of Tenant's Arguments/Defense
Did Tenant Present Evidence?
Notes from Court Appearance (Judge's comments, witness testimony, etc.)
Date of Court Hearing
Time of Court Hearing
Motion Filed by Landlord?
Judgment & Writ of Possession
Obtaining a judgment for eviction and securing the Writ of Possession.
Court Date for Judgment Hearing
Summary of Court Hearing & Judge's Ruling
Judgment Outcome
Monetary Judgment Amount (if applicable)
Date Writ of Possession Requested
Sheriff/Law Enforcement Agency Contacted
Notes regarding Writ of Possession execution
Date Writ of Possession Executed
Final Steps & Possession
Executing the Writ of Possession and regaining control of the property.
Scheduled Writ Execution Date
Scheduled Writ Execution Time
Location of Writ Execution (Address)
Notes on Execution - Describe any issues encountered during the execution of the Writ.
Items Left Behind by Tenant
Details of Property Left Behind (If 'Other' Selected)
Estimated Value of Abandoned Property (for disposal/auction)
Disposal Method of Abandoned Property
Storage Facility Name (if applicable)
Date Property Returned to Rental Status
Post-Eviction: Property & Legal Matters
Addressing outstanding debts, property re-entry, and potential legal follow-up.
Unpaid Rent Balance (Post-Eviction)
Date of Property Re-Entry
Notes on Property Condition Upon Re-Entry
Status of Tenant's Personal Property
Date Personal Property was Handled (if applicable)
Details of Communication with Tenant Regarding Personal Property
Legal Collection Efforts Initiated?
Supporting Documentation (Collection Agency Agreement, etc.)
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