Paul Shamplina is widely regarded as one of the UK's leading authorities on landlord and tenant issues. With over 30 years' experience in the legal field, Paul has helped thousands of landlords resolve disputes with problem tenants, drawing on his background as a clerk, private investigator, debt collector and certified bailiff.

In 1999, Paul founded Landlord Action, pioneering fixed-fee property recovery and tenant eviction services across England and Wales. His pragmatic, no-nonsense approach has earned him the nickname "The Landlord’s Friend," and he has co-authored two books with property expert Kate Faulkner, offering essential advice for landlords navigating the rental sector.  A charismatic and down-to-earth Londoner, Paul has become a familiar face on television and voice on national radio.

Passionate about raising standards in the private rented sector, Paul has actively campaigned for landlord and tenant rights, given evidence to Parliament on retaliation evictions during the passage of the Deregulation Act 2015, and contributed to government consultations on eviction reforms under the forthcoming Renters Rights Bill. He played a key role in the 2012 legislation that criminalised squatting and serves on the advisory council of the Property Investors Bureau to promote ethical standards in property education.

In addition to his legal and media work, Paul has been working in association with Elliot Leigh, providing landlords secure their income with Guaranteed Rent. Through this collaboration, he has supported initiatives that assist local authorities in responding to the ongoing housing crisis by helping secure compliant, stable accommodation in an increasingly regulated environment.