Property and land disputes can have a serious operational and financial impact on businesses. Whether you are a commercial landlord, tenant, developer, investor, or corporate occupier, unresolved property issues can disrupt operations, delay development, and affect asset value.
Commercial property disputes are not simply about land — they are about protecting investments, maintaining business continuity, and managing risk. We provide strategic, commercially focused advice to help companies resolve disputes efficiently while safeguarding long-term objectives.
Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
Disputes between landlords and tenants can arise at any stage of a lease. Common issues include:
- Rent arrears and recovery
- Break notices and lease termination
- Service charge disputes
- Dilapidations claims
- Forfeiture and possession proceedings
- Disputes over rent review
- Alienation and assignment issues
We act for both landlords and tenants, focusing on practical solutions that protect income streams, occupation rights, and investment value.
Boundary disputes
Boundary disputes can be particularly disruptive for businesses, especially where development land, commercial premises, or investment property is involved.
These disputes often arise in relation to:
- Unclear or inaccurate title plans
- Encroachment by neighbouring landowners
- Fencing and physical boundary disagreements
- Access and rights of way issues
- Development projects affecting adjoining land
- Disputes between adjoining commercial occupiers
Even small boundary discrepancies can have significant implications for redevelopment, financing, sale, or refinancing of property assets.
We work closely with surveyors and other property professionals to establish the legal and factual position, protect your land interests, and pursue practical resolution — whether through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings.
Property contract disputes
Disagreements can arise from agreements for lease, sale contracts, joint venture arrangements, or side agreements. These disputes often involve:
- Misrepresentation
- Breach of contract
- Failure to complete transactions
- Disputes over conditions precedent
We provide clear advice on enforcement options, damages claims, and strategic negotiation.
Property-related professional negligence
Where losses arise from negligent advice by surveyors, valuers, managing agents, or other property professionals, we assist in pursuing or defending professional negligence claims.
What to do if your business faces a property or land dispute?
Early and strategic action is essential.
- Review all documentation – Leases, title documents, contracts, plans, and correspondence are often decisive — particularly in boundary disputes.
- Engage professional support – Surveyors and technical experts may be required to clarify the factual position.
- Assess commercial objectives – Consider redevelopment plans, refinancing arrangements, and long-term occupation strategy.
- Preserve evidence – Ensure relevant documentation and communications are retained.
- Seek early legal advice – Prompt advice can prevent escalation and protect leverage.
- Consider alternative dispute resolution (ADR) – Mediation is frequently effective in boundary and neighbour disputes, helping preserve commercial relationships and reduce cost.
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