Owning property comes with risks, especially when legal disputes arise. Our legal expenses insurance helps protect landlords and property owners by covering legal costs and offering expert advice when you need it most.
Legal expenses for property owners
Legal expenses insurance helps cover the cost of property-related legal issues and gives you access to expert advice.
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Cover for legal costs and representation
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Support with tenant, neighbour and contractor disputes
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Access to legal advice helplines
Specialist property cover
Designed for landlords and property owners facing legal challenges.
Tenant and neighbour disputes
Support with rent arrears, evictions and nuisance claims.
Contractor disagreements
Cover for disputes with tradespeople and service providers.
Legal helpline access
Speak to qualified legal professionals for guidance.
We’re here…
For every difficulty
Helping you resolve disputes and protect your property.
For every disagreement
Supporting you when work doesn’t go to plan.
For every complaint
Giving you clarity and confidence in resolving issues.
For every question
Providing access to advice when you need it most.
What does legal expenses insurance for property owners cover?
This policy helps protect landlords and property owners from the financial impact of legal disputes, offering cover for legal costs and access to expert advice.
Tenant disputes
Cover for issues like rent arrears, eviction proceedings and property damage.
Neighbour disputes
Support with nuisance claims and boundary disagreements.
Contractor disputes
Protection when work is incomplete, poor quality or not delivered as agreed.
Legal advice helpline
Unlimited access to qualified legal professionals for guidance.
How do claims for legal expenses insurance work?
When you need to make a claim, we’ll guide you through the process and get things sorted quickly.
Find your policy documents and have your policy number ready
Call our claims team and explain what happened
Provide any requested documents or photos
We’ll handle the rest
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Legal expenses insurance FAQs
Wondering about something? Don’t worry, Everywhen i’s here to help. We’ve put together some common questions about legal expenses insurance to support you every step of the way.
Legal expenses insurance is designed to help landlords and property owners manage the cost of legal disputes. It covers legal fees, representation, and access to expert advice for a range of property-related issues, from tenant disagreements to contractor disputes.
It’s not a replacement for property insurance, but a valuable addition that helps protect you from unexpected legal costs.
This cover is ideal for:
Residential landlords
Commercial property owners
Freeholders and leaseholders
Property managers and estate owners
Whether you own a single rental property or manage a portfolio, legal expenses insurance gives you peace of mind that support is available when legal issues arise.
Typical cover includes:
Tenant disputes – such as rent arrears, eviction proceedings, and property damage
Neighbour disputes – including nuisance complaints, boundary disagreements, and access issues
Contractor disputes – when work is incomplete, poor quality, or not delivered as agreed
Criminal defence – if you're accused of a criminal offence related to your property
Legal advice helpline – access to qualified professionals for guidance on any property-related legal matter
Your policy documents will outline the full scope of cover, including any exclusions or limits.
You’ll have access to a dedicated helpline staffed by qualified legal professionals. Whether you’re dealing with a difficult tenant, unsure about your rights in a neighbour dispute, or need help reviewing a contractor agreement, you can call for advice.
The helpline is available during business hours and is included as part of your policy. There’s no extra charge to use it.
The cost depends on:
The type and number of properties you own
The level of cover you choose
Whether you need residential, commercial or mixed-use protection
We’ll help you find a policy that suits your needs and budget, with clear pricing and no hidden fees.