Adverse Possession

Often referred to as ‘squatters rights’, adverse possession allows someone occupying land without permission to acquire legal title after a set period of uninterrupted use.

Whilst controversial, it is a valid legal route that requires careful handling under strict statutory and common law criteria.

We help individuals and businesses formalise their de facto possession of land they have occupied without objection whether it is unused garden land, access strips, boundary areas or unmonitored commercial property.

We also help landowners defend their legal title to land and advise on proactive steps to prevent future adverse possession attempts.

Adverse possession claims require a blend of statutory interpretation, experience and litigation strategy. Our property litigation team can assist you in ensuring that you do not miss any opportunities in pursuing or defending such claims.

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