Tennessee Eviction Defense Guide

Understand your rights and the eviction process in Tennessee

Understand the eviction process and your rights in Tennessee

Estimated cost: $400-600Typical timeline: 1-4 hoursT.C.A. Title 28, Ch. 20

Tenant Name

Property Address

Monthly Rent ($)

Months Owed

Late Fee %

Daily Rent (for holdover)

Notice Type

Notice Served Date

County

Attorney fees clause in lease

Past Due Rent$1,200

Late Fees (10%)$120

Court Costs$150

Constable Fee$50

Holdover Damages (up to 10 days)$400

TOTAL JUDGMENT$1,920

14 days until notice expires

14-Day Notice to Pay Rent - 14-day minimum

Court: Shelby General Sessions

Docket: Tue/Thu @ 9:00 AM

Filing Fee: $150

Attorney Fee Guide

Uncontested: $400

Contested: $600 + $250/hr

Holdover: $500