Property Litigation Solicitors

You can represent yourself, but property law is complex and courts expect proper procedures to be followed. One mistake with evidence, deadlines or pre-action protocols can cost you the case. Most people find that hiring a property litigation solicitor early saves money in the long run and significantly improves their chances of success.

Hire a solicitor as soon as a property dispute arises or you receive a formal letter of claim. Early legal advice prevents costly mistakes, strengthens your negotiating position, and often resolves matters faster. Don’t wait until the situation has escalated – by then, your options may be more limited and expensive.

Costs vary depending on the complexity and whether the dispute settles or goes to court. We’ll give you an honest estimate once we’ve assessed your situation and explain what you’re likely to recover if you win.

Property disputes can settle within 6-9 months if both sides negotiate properly. If the matter goes to court, expect 12-18 months from issuing proceedings to final hearing, depending on court availability and case complexity. Early legal advice and strong evidence often speed things up significantly.

Yes, most property disputes settle through negotiation or mediation once both parties understand the evidence and their legal positions. Going to court is expensive and time-consuming, so we always explore settlement options first. However, some disputes need court intervention when one party is being unreasonable or the legal position needs clarifying.

You’ll need property deeds, relevant correspondence, photographs, surveys, receipts for work done, and witness statements. The specific evidence depends on your dispute type – boundary disputes need land registry plans and historical documents, while landlord and tenant disputes need tenancy agreements and maintenance records. We’ll advise on what’s needed for your case.

Residential property disputes typically involve homeowners, tenants and neighbours over issues like boundaries, leasehold matters or disrepair. Commercial property disputes involve businesses, landlords and investors dealing with lease breaches, rent reviews or development issues. The legal processes and costs differ significantly between the two.

Get your property deeds and any surveys, then seek legal advice before the situation escalates. We can review the legal boundary position, assess the strength of your neighbour’s claim, and advise on the best approach – whether that’s negotiation, mediation, or formal legal action through boundary dispute proceedings.