Property Law
Are you facing a property dispute? Need to evict a tenant or defend a possession claim? Involved in a boundary disagreement or co-ownership dispute?
DBN’s specialist property barristers provide strategic, practical advice and representation at courts across England and Wales.
Property issues can escalate quickly and become costly if not handled decisively.
From the outset, we can offer precise and realistic advice on the strengths and weaknesses of your case. This enables you to make informed decisions about negotiation, settlement, or proceeding to a hearing.
Fast resolution
Our barristers regularly act in complex and high-value disputes, including:
Landlord and tenant disputes
Property ownership and boundary disputes
Possession proceedings and evictions
Lease disputes and forfeiture
Co-ownership and Trusts of Land (TOLATA) claims
Adverse possession
Easements, rights of way, and restrictive covenants
Residential and commercial property disputes
How we can help
DBN’s barristers are available under the Direct Access scheme. This means you can instruct us directly without needing to pay for a solicitor.
Avoid unnecessary costs
Property and inheritance disputes rarely resolve themselves. Early, decisive action protects your rights and strengthens your position. Get in touch today to start the process.
Get specialist property advice
Property FAQs
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A TOLATA claim (under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996) is used to resolve disputes about property ownership, particularly where a property is jointly owned or where one party claims a beneficial interest.
The court can decide who owns what share of the property and whether it should be sold.
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Yes. If circumstances change - for example, financial contributions, occupation arrangements, or agreements between co-owners - the court may reassess ownership interests.
Our barristers can advise whether a formal application is appropriate.
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In some cases, yes. A co-owner may apply to the court for an order for sale.
However, the court will consider factors such as the purpose of the property, contributions made, and the interests of any children living there before making a decision.
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Adverse possession allows someone who has occupied land without permission for a long period of time to potentially claim legal ownership.
The rules are strict, and claims depend on how long the land has been occupied and whether the land is registered.
Our barristers can assess whether a claim is viable or how best to challenge one.
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All our barristers are fully qualified, regulated by the Bar Standards Board, and specialise in property law.
Many have extensive experience handling disputes in the County Court and High Court across England and Wales.