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Property Disputes

Whether your issues relate to commercial or residential property, or management and development, we help our clients protect the value and effective management of their properties through clear, pragmatic advice and early intervention wherever possible.

If and when issues escalate, we take a focused and commercially sensible approach to resolving property disputes and protecting our clients’ position.   We guide our clients through the options, always taking into account their individual circumstances and the value of the asset in hand.   We prefer to mitigate risk and prevent problems in the first place.   We use alternative dispute resolution alongside litigation to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.

We act for landlords, tenants, developers, managing agents and leaseholders across a wide range of commercial and residential property disputes, from day-to-day asset management issues to complex, high-value disputes affecting property portfolios and investments.  We work closely with our Real Estate team to give a full service from start to finish.   We are not just there when things go wrong, but we are your safety net if they do.

Known for our straightforward, responsive and commercially minded approach, we support clients in resolving property disputes efficiently while keeping their wider objectives firmly in view.

How we can help

Building Safety Act 2022

The Building Safety Act 2022 has introduced significant changes to the management and remediation of residential buildings.  We advise clients on the rights, obligations and disputes arising under this complex and evolving legislation.

Professional Negligence

Mistakes in property transactions or advice can have serious financial consequences. We advise clients on professional negligence claims arising from property‑related work, with a focus on identifying liability early and pursuing practical, proportionate outcomes.

Residential Property Disputes

Residential property disputes can be complex, stressful and time-sensitive. We are experienced residential property dispute solicitors, known for delivering clear, pragmatic advice and achieving results efficiently.

Commercial Property Disputes

Commercial property disputes can have a direct impact on cash flow, asset value and business continuity.  We advise clients on commercial property disputes with a clear focus on protecting their position and achieving commercially sensible outcomes. We act for landlords, tenants, developers, investors and managing agents across a wide range of commercial property disputes.

Property Guardianship

Property guardianship arrangements can involve complex legal and practical issues for property owners, guardians and managing agents. We advise on disputes and issues arising from property guardianship schemes, with a focus on managing risk, preserving asset value and resolving problems efficiently.

Leasehold Enfranchisement

Leasehold enfranchisement is a technical area of law with potentially significant financial and strategic implications. We advise clients on all aspects of leasehold enfranchisement matters, bringing detailed legal knowledge with a clear understanding of how enfranchisement and any related disputes play out in practice.

Real Land Disputes

Disputes over land and/or property can quickly become complex, entrenched and costly if not handled decisively. We are experienced in resolving real land disputes, providing clear, pragmatic advice focused on achieving a swift and commercially sensible outcome.

The Building Safety Act 2022 has introduced significant changes to the management and remediation of residential buildings.  We advise clients on the rights, obligations and disputes arising under this complex and evolving legislation.

Mistakes in property transactions or advice can have serious financial consequences. We advise clients on professional negligence claims arising from property‑related work, with a focus on identifying liability early and pursuing practical, proportionate outcomes.

Residential property disputes can be complex, stressful and time-sensitive. We are experienced residential property dispute solicitors, known for delivering clear, pragmatic advice and achieving results efficiently.

Commercial property disputes can have a direct impact on cash flow, asset value and business continuity.  We advise clients on commercial property disputes with a clear focus on protecting their position and achieving commercially sensible outcomes. We act for landlords, tenants, developers, investors and managing agents across a wide range of commercial property disputes.

Property guardianship arrangements can involve complex legal and practical issues for property owners, guardians and managing agents. We advise on disputes and issues arising from property guardianship schemes, with a focus on managing risk, preserving asset value and resolving problems efficiently.

Leasehold enfranchisement is a technical area of law with potentially significant financial and strategic implications. We advise clients on all aspects of leasehold enfranchisement matters, bringing detailed legal knowledge with a clear understanding of how enfranchisement and any related disputes play out in practice.

Disputes over land and/or property can quickly become complex, entrenched and costly if not handled decisively. We are experienced in resolving real land disputes, providing clear, pragmatic advice focused on achieving a swift and commercially sensible outcome.

Testimonials
Testimonials

“Working with Chi has been excellent throughout what has been a very long, difficult and often frustrating matter. Chi has always been clear, practical and strategic from start to finish, and I have particularly appreciated the fact that she has always combined strong legal analysis with a very commercial and realistic approach. She was prepared to push hard when needed, but she also had a very good feel for when to keep things concise and focused in order to move matters forward.”

(Property Disputes Client, 2026)

Harry was very pleasant to work with. He communicated well and clearly set out the procedures. I would be happy to recommend Harry.

(Property Disputes Client, 2026)

“My experience of working with Chi over the past 10 years has been excellent. She is my go-to lawyer for my commercial and residential properties, no matter what the issues are.”

(Commercial Landlord)

“Amy Castleman – very experienced and competent, available when we need and always provides advice/feedback we need to support our decision-making.”

(Legal 500 2025)

“She responds quickly, is very insightful and an expert in her field. Chi always gives me practical advice and finds a solution, bearing in mind my circumstances and what I want to achieve.  She is professional and I will continue to retain her for all my legal matters as I know I am in the best hands.”

(Commercial Landlord)

“Amy Castleman is up-and-coming.”

(Legal 500 2025)

“Chi is praised by clients for her clear and practical approach to dispute resolution and is often described as a safe pair of hands.”

(Property Disputes Client)

“I have had to deal with a complex property matter while being treated for a period in intensive care; the team have been sensitive to my condition, while pressing on with the required actions. I would particularly note Amy Castleman’s advice and work.”

(Legal 500 2025)

“Has a sharp mind, is often insightful and demonstrates skills beyond her year of call.”

(Legal 500 2021)

“What makes Amy Castleman stand out is her attention to detail, specialist knowledge and insight. She performs far above and beyond what I have come to expect of an associate with her PQE. Working with her is often closer to working with a partner with more than double her experience.”

(Legal 500 2022)

“I would be very happy to say that it has been a pleasure working with her and that I would not hesitate to recommend her to others dealing with complex property or dispute matters.”

(Property Disputes Client, 2026)

“What stood out most to me was her persistence and judgement. This was not a straightforward case, there were repeated delays, changing positions and a lot of unnecessary complication, but she stayed on top of it throughout and gave me confidence that the matter was being handled properly. I always felt that she understood both the legal position and the practical realities of what I was trying to achieve.”

(Property Disputes Client, 2026)

Case studies

Working with schools on property disputes

We work with several schools advising on their service occupancy agreements and their land issues.

Advising clients with national portfolios

We work closely with several national clients to advise on strategy for vacant possession, serve break notices and lease renewal proceedings.

Settling an injunction application in relation to a historic right of way dispute

We settled an injunction application in relation to a historic right of way dispute.  The opponent surrendered its right of way.

Advising on a complex verbal protected tenancy issue

We successfully negotiated and settled a dispute over whether a verbal protected tenancy under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 had been granted to occupiers who were also relatives of the landlord.

Achieving a tribunal decision to vary 260 leases

We successfully achieved a tribunal decision to vary 260 leases under section 37 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 where a number of leaseholders actively opposed and sought compensation.




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