Residential Property Dispute Solicitors

Disputes involving your home or residential property can quickly become stressful and disruptive. Whether the issue concerns occupation, boundaries, leasehold obligations, or unpaid rent, early legal advice can help restore clarity and prevent matters escalating unnecessarily.

Many residential disputes can be resolved through structured correspondence or negotiation. Where court action is required, we draft and issue claims, represent clients in County Court proceedings, and seek urgent relief if necessary.

GET IN TOUCH

Residential Property Lawyers in London, Sussex & Surrey

LONDON: 020 4524 9436 | SUSSEX: 01273 956 270 | SURREY: 01252 471 211

Strategic legal advice on residential property disputes

Disputes concerning residential property often involve more than legal rights. They can affect where you live, how you use your home, and your financial security. Early advice can prevent matters escalating and reduce the risk of lengthy or costly proceedings.

GoodLaw acts for property owners, occupiers, landlords, and tenants across England and Wales. We assess the legal position quickly and develop a strategy that reflects your objectives and the practical realities of the situation. Our advice typically focuses on:

Clarifying your legal rights and obligations at an early stage.
Identifying whether negotiation, mediation, or formal proceedings are appropriate.
Protecting occupation, ownership, or income where relevant.
Managing risk and cost proportionately.

Many residential disputes can be resolved through structured correspondence or negotiation. Where court action is required, we draft and issue claims, represent clients in County Court proceedings, and seek urgent relief where necessary.

Our Expertise

Possession proceedings and rent arrears

Where rent arrears arise or occupation is disputed, swift and careful action is often required. Our solicitors advise landlords on the appropriate route to recover possession and unpaid sums, ensuring procedural requirements are followed correctly from the outset. Errors at an early stage can delay recovery, so we focus on putting matters on a sound footing before proceedings are issued.

We also act for tenants facing possession claims, including applications to stay or suspend eviction where circumstances justify it. Advice is practical and realistic, with a clear explanation of options, timescales, and likely outcomes.

We also advise investors and landlords with wider commercial property portfolios who require strategic support alongside immediate possession action.

Boundary, access and neighbour disputes

Disputes concerning boundaries, encroachment, rights of way, and neighbouring land can escalate quickly (and become highly personal). We review title documents, plans, historical evidence, and practical arrangements to assess your legal position clearly.

Where possible, we seek negotiated solutions that preserve relationships and avoid disproportionate cost. If resolution cannot be achieved informally, we represent clients in court proceedings to establish or defend property rights and bring certainty to the position.

Our experience in complex commercial property disputes also informs our approach when business premises or development land are affected.

Disrepair claims and housing disputes

Allegations relating to the condition of residential property can have significant legal and financial consequences. We advise landlords on their statutory and contractual obligations, and represent tenants bringing or defending claims relating to disrepair and housing standards.

Our approach focuses on resolving issues efficiently while ensuring compliance with legal duties. Where court proceedings are necessary, we manage the claim from issue through to final determination.

Issues sometimes stem from matters overlooked during the conveyancing process, particularly where responsibilities for repair or historic defects were not clearly identified at the outset.

Service charge disputes

Service charge disputes frequently arise in leasehold properties, particularly where the scope of recoverable costs or the reasonableness of expenditure is challenged. We analyse lease provisions carefully and advise on whether charges are properly demanded and recoverable.

Where disputes cannot be resolved through correspondence, we represent clients in court or tribunal proceedings to determine liability and bring clarity to ongoing management arrangements.

Trespass and unlawful occupation

Unauthorised occupation or interference with residential property can require urgent intervention. We advise on the appropriate legal remedies, including possession proceedings and injunctions where immediate protection is required.

Time-sensitive matters are handled promptly, with clear guidance on practical steps to secure the property and minimise further disruption.

Disputes arising from property transactions

Problems can arise during or after the purchase or sale of residential property, including failed completions or issues discovered post-completion. We advise on contractual rights, potential claims, and available remedies where transactions do not proceed as expected.

Early legal assessment helps determine whether negotiation, settlement, or formal proceedings are appropriate, allowing clients to move forward with greater certainty.

Our Residential Property Team

Jina Shikhan

S

Janek Malysko

M

Emma Holland

H

Amelia Ridley

Amelia Ridley

R

Mica Wallace

W

Alicia Abdalla

Nikki Boland

Megan Croydon-Miles

Jamie Male

Charlotte Boyall

Kirsty Gilbert

Diane Munro

Melanie Oram

Lauren Davis

D

Gareth Collins

C

Leon Lawandi

L

Catherine Mears

Kundai Maburutse

George Coomber

Carla McCoy

Fiona McLeish

Megan Peel

Suzy Newnham

Ellie Harris

Alisha Andrews

Robyn Munro

Elizabeth Yel

Elizabeth Yel

Y

Get in Touch

First Name*
Last Name*
Email*
Phone Number
Location*
Area of Law*
How Did You Hear About Us?**
Your Message*
Hidden
Enquiry Date
Hidden
Gender
Privacy Checkbox*
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
I am happy for you to contact me with the details provided. Privacy Policy
- YES
Hidden
EMAIL TO

Used for sending email to the right solicitor depending on custom_field
CAPTCHA