Helping renters get their deposits back
If your landlord kept money they shouldn’t have, TinyGavel guides you through the steps to challenge it and get back what you’re owed.
Join tenants across the US fighting for their rights with TinyGavel.
Most renters aren’t told their rights.
TinyGavel helps you understand them.
of renters don’t expect to receive their full security deposit back.
of renters don’t expect to receive their full security deposit back.
of renters don’t expect to receive their full security deposit back.
people in the US face some kind of housing-related issue each year.
people in the US face some kind of housing-related issue each year.
people in the US face some kind of housing-related issue each year.
of housing lawyers say improper or unfair deductions happen regularly.
of housing lawyers say improper or unfair deductions happen regularly.
of housing lawyers say improper or unfair deductions happen regularly.
What counts as an unfair deduction?
Normal wear and tear
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Missing or vague statements
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Charges without receipts
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Repairs charged but never completed
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Pre-existing defects
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We’ll help you get your deposit back in four simple steps
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Tell us your situation
It takes just a couple of minutes to share what happened and upload any details you have
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It takes just a couple of minutes to share what happened and upload any details you have
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Tell us your situation
It takes just a couple of minutes to share what happened and upload any details you have
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We send a formal demand letter
We prepare and deliver a formal demand letter designed to get a fast, clear response
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We prepare and deliver a formal demand letter designed to get a fast, clear response
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We send a formal demand letter
We prepare and deliver a formal demand letter designed to get a fast, clear response
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If needed, we’ll file a lawsuit
If your landlord still won’t cooperate, we step in to file a small claims case and manage the process
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If your landlord still won’t cooperate, we step in to file a small claims case and manage the process
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If needed, we’ll file a lawsuit
If your landlord still won’t cooperate, we step in to file a small claims case and manage the process
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Get your refund
Once your case is resolved, you receive your deposit (or compensation)
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Once your case is resolved, you receive your deposit (or compensation)
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Get your refund
Once your case is resolved, you receive your deposit (or compensation)
What We Do
TinyGavel guides you through the process step by step, helping you understand your options and move toward a fair outcome with confidence.
Demand Letter Preparation
We help you send a clear, formal request for your deposit back - tailored to your jurisdiction. Many cases resolve quickly once the landlord receives the right kind of notice.
Demand Letter Preparation
We help you send a clear, formal request for your deposit back - tailored to your jurisdiction. Many cases resolve quickly once the landlord receives the right kind of notice.
Demand Letter Preparation
We help you send a clear, formal request for your deposit back - tailored to your jurisdiction. Many cases resolve quickly once the landlord receives the right kind of notice.
Small Claims Guidance
If the issue isn’t resolved, we guide you through the small claims process and help you prepare everything you need to move forward with confidence.
Small Claims Guidance
If the issue isn’t resolved, we guide you through the small claims process and help you prepare everything you need to move forward with confidence.
Small Claims Guidance
If the issue isn’t resolved, we guide you through the small claims process and help you prepare everything you need to move forward with confidence.
Settlement Support
When a conversation or negotiation is needed, we help you work toward a fair, timely resolution so you can close the chapter and get back what you’re owed.
Settlement Support
When a conversation or negotiation is needed, we help you work toward a fair, timely resolution so you can close the chapter and get back what you’re owed.
Settlement Support
When a conversation or negotiation is needed, we help you work toward a fair, timely resolution so you can close the chapter and get back what you’re owed.
$10,000
Illegal Eviction Settlement
"I was illegally locked out and felt powerless. Fight My Landlord fought my case, filed the right complaints, and secured a $10,000 settlement for the distress and expenses.They were professional, fast, and actually got results."
Tenant
Self-Help Eviction
$10,000
Illegal Eviction Settlement
"I was illegally locked out and felt powerless. Fight My Landlord fought my case, filed the right complaints, and secured a $10,000 settlement for the distress and expenses.They were professional, fast, and actually got results."
Tenant
Self-Help Eviction
$10,000
Illegal Eviction Settlement
"I was illegally locked out and felt powerless. Fight My Landlord fought my case, filed the right complaints, and secured a $10,000 settlement for the distress and expenses.They were professional, fast, and actually got results."
Tenant
Self-Help Eviction
$2,400
Recovered Increase Compensation
"I was overcharged for months and the property manager refused to correct the ledger. Fight My Landlord took over, negotiated with the management company, and recovered my overpaid rent within three weeks."
Tenant
Overcharged
$2,400
Recovered Increase Compensation
"I was overcharged for months and the property manager refused to correct the ledger. Fight My Landlord took over, negotiated with the management company, and recovered my overpaid rent within three weeks."
Tenant
Overcharged
$2,400
Recovered Increase Compensation
"I was overcharged for months and the property manager refused to correct the ledger. Fight My Landlord took over, negotiated with the management company, and recovered my overpaid rent within three weeks."
Tenant
Overcharged
$6,000
Deposit recovered
"I didn't think l'd ever see my security deposit again. My landlord kept dodging messages for months. Fight My Landlord stepped in, handled everything, and within two weeks the money was back in my account. Super easy, zero stress."
Tenant
Security Deposit Withheld
$6,000
Deposit recovered
"I didn't think l'd ever see my security deposit again. My landlord kept dodging messages for months. Fight My Landlord stepped in, handled everything, and within two weeks the money was back in my account. Super easy, zero stress."
Tenant
Security Deposit Withheld
$6,000
Deposit recovered
"I didn't think l'd ever see my security deposit again. My landlord kept dodging messages for months. Fight My Landlord stepped in, handled everything, and within two weeks the money was back in my account. Super easy, zero stress."
Tenant
Security Deposit Withheld
Simple, fair pricing.
No surprises. No stress.
Simple, fair pricing.
No surprises. No stress.
Get the help you need to recover your deposit for one small upfront fee, and only pay more if you win.
Get the help you need to recover your deposit for one small upfront fee, and only pay more if you win.
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$5 Demand Letter
A formal demand letter sent to your landlord via Certified Mail ®, return receipt requested. Often enough to resolve most disputes quickly.
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$5 Demand Letter
A formal demand letter sent to your landlord via Certified Mail ®, return receipt requested. Often enough to resolve most disputes quickly.
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$5 Demand Letter
A formal demand letter sent to your landlord via Certified Mail ®, return receipt requested. Often enough to resolve most disputes quickly.
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Small Claims Lawsuit
If the demand letter doesn't do the trick, we can help you sue your landlord in small claims court. We'll take care of the paperwork so you can focus on getting your deposit back.
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Small Claims Lawsuit
If the demand letter doesn't do the trick, we can help you sue your landlord in small claims court. We'll take care of the paperwork so you can focus on getting your deposit back.
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Small Claims Lawsuit
If the demand letter doesn't do the trick, we can help you sue your landlord in small claims court. We'll take care of the paperwork so you can focus on getting your deposit back.
Why TinyGavel?
TinyGavel exists to help people resolve everyday legal problems without confusion, intimidation, or unnecessary cost.
Built for real-world disputes
Attorney-guided, hassle-free claims
Designed to save time, stress, and guesswork
Everything you
need to know
Do I have to pay anything upfront?
Yes, there’s a small upfront fee of $5 for your demand letter. If your case needs to go further and we help you sue, we then charge 10% of whatever we recover for you. If you don’t recover any money, you don’t pay that 10%.
How long does the process take?
Most cases are reviewed within a few days, and many renters see results in 2–4 weeks depending on landlord response times.
What happens after I submit my story?
You’ll get a quick follow-up from our team to verify details and collect any needed documents. From there, we take over — preparing filings, reaching out to your landlord, and updating you along the way.
Is this a real legal service?
TinyGavel partners with tenant-rights attorneys and compliance experts to make the legal process fast, fair, and accessible to everyone. If you live in Utah, TinyGavel collaborates with a licensed attorney that represents you against your landlord. If you live in any other state, we can still help - but you will not be represented by an attorney.
Are there any legal risks for me?
No. We handle all filings and communication under tenant protection laws, so there’s no legal risk to you. You’re simply exercising your rights — and we only move forward with claims that are valid and enforceable.
Do I have to pay anything upfront?
Yes, there’s a small upfront fee of $5 for your demand letter. If your case needs to go further and we help you sue, we then charge 10% of whatever we recover for you. If you don’t recover any money, you don’t pay that 10%.
How long does the process take?
Most cases are reviewed within a few days, and many renters see results in 2–4 weeks depending on landlord response times.
What happens after I submit my story?
You’ll get a quick follow-up from our team to verify details and collect any needed documents. From there, we take over — preparing filings, reaching out to your landlord, and updating you along the way.
Is this a real legal service?
TinyGavel partners with tenant-rights attorneys and compliance experts to make the legal process fast, fair, and accessible to everyone. If you live in Utah, TinyGavel collaborates with a licensed attorney that represents you against your landlord. If you live in any other state, we can still help - but you will not be represented by an attorney.
Are there any legal risks for me?
No. We handle all filings and communication under tenant protection laws, so there’s no legal risk to you. You’re simply exercising your rights — and we only move forward with claims that are valid and enforceable.
Do I have to pay anything upfront?
Yes, there’s a small upfront fee of $5 for your demand letter. If your case needs to go further and we help you sue, we then charge 10% of whatever we recover for you. If you don’t recover any money, you don’t pay that 10%.
How long does the process take?
Most cases are reviewed within a few days, and many renters see results in 2–4 weeks depending on landlord response times.
What happens after I submit my story?
You’ll get a quick follow-up from our team to verify details and collect any needed documents. From there, we take over — preparing filings, reaching out to your landlord, and updating you along the way.
Is this a real legal service?
TinyGavel partners with tenant-rights attorneys and compliance experts to make the legal process fast, fair, and accessible to everyone. If you live in Utah, TinyGavel collaborates with a licensed attorney that represents you against your landlord. If you live in any other state, we can still help - but you will not be represented by an attorney.
Are there any legal risks for me?
No. We handle all filings and communication under tenant protection laws, so there’s no legal risk to you. You’re simply exercising your rights — and we only move forward with claims that are valid and enforceable.
