How Contend Works: Legal Help for Tenants in the UK

Get fast, clear, step-by-step support so you always know where you stand, and what to do next.

Why Tenants Choose Contend

We know how overwhelming it can be to deal with housing issues. This is why everything we do is built around clarity, simplicity and a genuinely human experience.

We explain your rights in plain English

You get defined next steps with zero guesswork

We provide legal help for tenants UK can rely on, built by lawyers who understand real-life renting problems

Everything we do puts you back in control.

How we help

When you’re dealing with repairs, rent increases, deposits, disputes or eviction notices, you need answers fast. We explain what rights tenants have, what’s happening in your situation, and what you can realistically do next.

Here’s how Contend supports you at every stage:

Legal documents

Official letters and documents ready when you need them

Whether you’re requesting repairs, challenging a rent increase, disputing your deposit or responding to an eviction notice, Contend helps you create clear, accurate documents you can rely on.

  • Templates for the most common housing issues
  • Personalise your letter in minutes
  • Download it or send it directly through the platform

Legal information & guidance

Understand your rights and your optionsOfficial letters and documents ready when you need them

We break down what’s happening, what rights you have, and what you can do next, in language that actually makes sense.

  • Step-by-step guidance for repairs, disputes and notices
  • Support through processes like eviction or deposit claims
  • Clear information on when you might need to involve a solicitor

Contend can help with...

Repairs and disrepair

Deposit disputes

Rent increases

Eviction notices (including section 21 and section 8)

Unsafe or unhealthy living conditions

Landlord disputes and communication

Understanding your tenancy agreement

Knowing what rights tenants have in England and Wales

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Why Contend is different

Tenants don’t need more confusing documents and legal jargon, they need understanding. Here’s how we compare to other options on the market:

Compared to traditional solicitors

  • Instant help vs waiting weeks for appointments
  • Clear, affordable pricing vs unpredictable hourly rates
  • Plain English guidance vs legal jargon

Compared to searching online

  • Verified information vs guesswork
  • Tailored to your situation vs generic articles
  • A clear plan vs confusing or conflicting help

Ready to get the answers you need?

Whether you’re facing repairs, deposits, rent increases, or eviction, Contend are here to give you clear next steps, fast.