Renters’ Rights Act 2025: Strategy, Risk and Advice for Lawyers

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (RRA) comes into force on 1 May 2026 bringing with it a new tenancy regime that abolishes s21 notices and fixed terms and introduces lengthier security and rights for tenants.

With less than two weeks to prepare, this webinar provides lawyers with the essential guidance needed to advise clients effectively and manage risk at this critical stage.

Focusing on practical strategy, risk management, and actionable advice for lawyers advising landlords and tenants the course will explore the transitional issues, highlight common pitfalls, and outline the key steps lawyers must take before the law bites.

Top 3 takeaways from the webinar:

Prepare clients and documents now: ensure all notices and tenancy agreements and related documentation are compliant before the new tenancy regime starts under the RRA on 1 May 2026

Focus on transitional risks: review existing tenancies, including student lets, and anticipate issues arising from notices or claims spanning the old and new law

Adapt strategy for landlords and tenants: possession advice and tenant defences require evidence-based, strategic planning, not reliance on no-fault notices.

Who this is for:

Lawyers advising landlords, tenants, or property managers who need to adapt advice and processes before the RRA comes into force.

Level of expertise:

Intermediate – some previous knowledge or awareness required.

CPD hours:

This webinar provides you with 1 hour of learning.

Attendees will receive a CPD certificate upon completion of this course.

Learning objectives:

• Understand the key practical implications of the RRA ahead of the first phase commencement on 1 May 2026
• Identify transitional risks affecting tenancies, notices and possession claims
• Advise landlords and tenants on preparing for the new tenancy framework
• Recognise the legal and practical issues affecting student lets
• Anticipate likely early disputes arising under the new regime
• Understand risk and compliance considerations for practitioners during transition