Working with an out of state landlord / tenant attorney

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Hi,

I've recently started searching for a landlord / tenant attorney to develop a working relationship with. I've done some research and am in the process of setting up a couple of meetings. The attorney that sounds the best to me on paper recently moved out of state with his wife t be closer to their children.

He maintains an office and secretary in my town, and says that, generally, most landlords are able to handle issues that ultimately end up in court just fine themselves after some coaching.

Have any of you worked with an out of state attorney? Are there any drawbacks of working with a remote attorney that I may not be considering?

Thanks!

[Tim Joyce]

(Sorry posted too early) ... I can with many MN matters. A local attorney with experience could conceivably save you time (and therefore $$). And if you need to appear in court (at least most official state courts; not sure about local housing court requirements) you’ll need someone with a license in that state.