Every week a holdover tenant stays is money you don’t get back.
Missed rent, extra utilities, and damage risk add up fast. An Alabama unlawful detainer that drags on for months can cost thousands. EvictNow moves your case forward within 24 hours so you can cut your losses and re-rent sooner.
Choose your Georgia county to see local details.
Fulton County
Atlanta-area dispossessory proceedings in magistrate court, handled by local counsel.
Gwinnett County
Suburban Atlanta nonpayment and problem-tenant cases filed fast in magistrate court.
Cobb County
Cobb County rentals protected with prompt dispossessory actions.
DeKalb County
DeKalb-area filings in magistrate court with clear guidance at every step.
Chatham County
Savannah-area rentals, from nonpayment to serious lease violations.
Richmond County
Augusta-area rentals handled by attorneys who know the local courts.
Muscogee County
Columbus-area properties protected with fast, attorney-backed filings.
How Georgia evictions work with EvictNow
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Tell us about your tenant and lease
Share the basics: your property, lease terms, payment history, and what’s happening now in your Alabama rental.
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We prepare and serve the right notice
We draft the Georgia-compliant notice and guide proper service so your dispossessory proceeding starts on solid ground.
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We file your dispossessory proceeding in magistrate court within 24 hours
Once intake is complete, our attorneys move quickly to file in the correct Georgia magistrate court for your county.
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You regain possession — then we pursue what you’re owed
We help you through judgment and lockout, then can pursue unpaid rent and court-awarded amounts.
Free Georgia eviction notice forms
Get Georgia-specific notices and filing checklists so you know exactly what comes next — even before we file.
We’ll email you secure links to your Georgia forms and updates about changes in Georgia eviction law.
Georgia landlords who got their rentals back
“EvictNow filed my dispossessory in Fulton County within days of my first call. I went from months of excuses to a clear court date and a plan.”
Sarah J., Multi-family Property Manager — Atlanta, GA
“The process in Gwinnett County magistrate court felt overwhelming until EvictNow stepped in. They explained every step and handled the filings so I could focus on my business.”
Robert M., Residential Landlord — Lawrenceville, GA
“Flat fees and fast action were exactly what I needed. My Chatham County rental was back on the market much sooner than I expected.”
David L., Small Commercial Owner — Savannah, GA
Georgia eviction FAQs
How fast can I evict a non-paying tenant in Georgia?
Timelines vary by county and court schedule, but moving quickly is critical. Once you complete intake, we prepare the proper notice and file your dispossessory proceeding in magistrate court within 24 hours so your case is in line as soon as possible.
Do I need an attorney to file a dispossessory proceeding in Georgia?
Georgia law and local court rules can be technical. Working with licensed Georgia attorneys helps you avoid mistakes that delay your case, like using the wrong notice, missing deadlines, or filing in the wrong court.
Can I start an eviction if my tenant paid part of the rent?
In many Georgia cases, partial payments don’t erase a default. We review your lease, payment history, and communications to determine the cleanest path forward before we send notices or file.
What if my tenant is damaging the property or breaking other rules?
Nonpayment is only one ground for removal. We help Georgia landlords address serious lease violations — like unauthorized occupants, property damage, or illegal activity — using the remedies available in your county.
Can you help me collect unpaid rent after the tenant is out?
Yes. After you regain possession, we can pursue post-judgment rent recovery and other court-awarded amounts, using Georgia procedures that fit your specific case.
Ready to move on from this Georgia tenant?
Start your Georgia dispossessory proceeding today and get a clear path to possession and recovery.
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