Disputes about property can involve years of history, competing documents and strongly held views. Waymakers helps clients understand their position, assess the evidence and identify a practical way forward.
The team supports matters involving boundary disputes, adverse possession, rights of way, access disputes and complex litigation concerning property rights.
Boundary disputes
A disagreement about a boundary can affect the enjoyment of a property and relationships with neighbouring owners.
Waymakers reviews the title documents, historic conveyances, plans and other relevant evidence to assess the disputed position. Where appropriate, specialist surveyors are involved to assist with the evidence.
Advice covers correspondence, negotiation, settlement and proceedings, with a clear assessment of the likely costs and practical consequences of pursuing the dispute.
Adverse possession
Specialist advice is available on claims to land based on possession and on defending claims made by others.
These matters require careful consideration of the ownership history, the nature and duration of occupation, the available evidence and the registration position. Clients receive advice on the appropriate application or response and the evidence needed to support their position.
Rights of way and access
Disputes over access can interfere with the use of a home, land or business premises.
Advice covers the existence and extent of rights of way, obstructions, alleged interference and the options for resolving the issue, including court relief where appropriate.
Complex property disputes
Where a matter involves several parties, competing rights or a substantial history of dealings, careful analysis is essential.
The documents and evidence are brought together to identify the issues that matter. Advice considers the legal merits alongside the commercial position, costs and the outcome the client needs to achieve.
Discuss your property matter
Tell the team what has happened, what you would like to achieve and whether there is an approaching deadline.