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Property disputes can affect the ownership, use, occupation and value of residential and commercial real estate, and often require early action to prevent the position becoming more difficult to resolve.
Barnes Law’s property dispute solicitors advise landlords, tenants, developers, investors, businesses and high-net-worth individuals on contentious property matters across London, the UK and internationally.
Our property litigation lawyers handle disputes ranging from commercial leases and development agreements to ownership rights, boundaries, easements and high-value residential property.
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Property disputes can quickly become costly and disruptive, particularly where they affect the occupation, use or value of an important asset. Our property dispute solicitors provide strategic advice from the outset, with a focus on resolving matters efficiently and protecting our clients’ wider commercial interests.
We act across both commercial and residential property litigation, advising on landlord and tenant disputes, lease renewals, forfeiture, rent and service charge claims, dilapidations, possession, development disputes, easements, restrictive covenants, boundary disputes and disputes concerning ownership or interests in land.
Where possible, our property dispute lawyers aim to resolve matters through negotiation, mediation or other forms of dispute resolution, while remaining prepared to pursue court proceedings where necessary.
Our property dispute solicitors advise on a broad range of commercial and residential property disputes, including disputes arising from leases, ownership, development, occupation and the use of land.
We work closely with our real estate team where contentious issues arise alongside an acquisition, disposal, financing or other property transaction.
We advise landlords and tenants on breaches of commercial lease terms, rent and service charge arrears, repair obligations, break clauses, alterations and other disputes affecting occupation. We also act on business tenancy disputes under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, including lease renewals and termination notices, working with our commercial property team.
We advise landlords and tenants on forfeiture of commercial leases, possession proceedings and relief from forfeiture. Where forfeiture is based on a breach other than non-payment of rent, a landlord will generally need to serve a section 146 notice under the Law of Property Act 1925 before taking further action.
We advise on disputes concerning legal and beneficial ownership of property, including disagreements between co-owners and claims under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA). These claims can determine the parties’ respective interests and whether a property should be sold.
We act in disputes concerning rights of way, rights of access, easements and restrictive covenants affecting land. We also advise on applications to discharge or modify restrictive covenants under section 84 of the Law of Property Act 1925.
Our property dispute solicitors advise on disputed boundaries, encroachment, trespass and party wall matters. Party wall disputes can engage the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, including disputes concerning works to party structures, excavation and adjoining owners’ rights.
Disputes can arise after the acquisition or disposal of property where statements about the property, title, condition or intended use are alleged to have been inaccurate or misleading. We advise buyers, sellers, investors and developers on contractual and misrepresentation claims, including where the matter develops into litigation proceedings.
We advise developers, investors and landowners on disputes affecting development projects, including rights of light, easements, restrictive covenants, access rights and contractual disputes. These issues can materially affect the viability, timing and value of a development.
Some property disputes are subject to arbitration agreements or are better suited to private dispute resolution outside the courts. Barnes Law also acts in arbitration arising from real estate and commercial agreements, including domestic and international disputes.
A property dispute is a legal disagreement concerning land, buildings, ownership, occupation or rights affecting property. Common examples include landlord and tenant disputes, boundary disputes, TOLATA claims, restrictive covenants, easements, dilapidations and breaches of lease terms.
Property disputes are handled by property litigation solicitors, who specialise in contentious issues involving residential and commercial real estate. They advise on negotiation, mediation, arbitration and court proceedings where required. Our property solicitors are recognised by the leading directory Chambers & Partners, reflecting our experience advising businesses on commercially significant property disputes.
Yes. Property disputes are frequently resolved through negotiation, mediation or other forms of alternative dispute resolution, which can reduce cost and give the parties greater control over the outcome.
A TOLATA claim is brought under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 to resolve disputes concerning the ownership, occupation or sale of jointly owned property and the parties’ beneficial interests.
A property can be sold while a dispute exists, but the dispute may affect the sale, valuation or a buyer’s willingness to proceed. Our property dispute solicitors advise on resolving or managing the dispute before or during a transaction.
Commercial lease disputes can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or court proceedings, depending on the lease terms and nature of the dispute. Claims commonly involve rent arrears, service charges, repair obligations, forfeiture, break clauses and lease renewals.
A section 146 notice under the Law of Property Act 1925 is generally required before a landlord can forfeit a commercial lease for a breach other than non-payment of rent. The notice identifies the breach and requires it to be remedied where it is capable of remedy.
Yes. An application can be made under section 84 of the Law of Property Act 1925 to discharge or modify a restrictive covenant where the statutory grounds are satisfied.
The duration depends on the complexity of the dispute and whether proceedings are required. Matters resolved through negotiation can conclude relatively quickly, while contested property litigation can take many months or longer.
The cost of property litigation depends on the complexity of the dispute, the evidence required and whether the matter settles or proceeds to a hearing. Barnes Law provides clear advice on likely costs and the available routes to resolution at the outset.
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We offer an experienced team of property disputes solicitors with exceptional track records and strategic foresight.
Barnes Law is proud to be recognised as a market leader in the prestigious Chambers & Partners UK 2026 guide.
We act for high-net worth individuals, entrepreneurs and business owners who value discretion, responsiveness and trust.
Our approachable team, with a partner-led approach, specialises in addressing diverse complex legal challenges. Whether you represent a small to medium-sized enterprise, an entrepreneur, or a high-net-worth individual, we provide expert advice tailored to the intricacies of your case. For a consultation on how Barnes Law can assist you, please call us on +44 (0) 208 092 2700 or email info@barnes-law.co.uk.
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