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Land and Property Disputes Essex
Land and property disputes can be stressful, time consuming and emotionally draining. Our solicitors advise individuals across Essex on boundary issues, ownership disputes and property disagreements, helping you protect your position while working towards a clear and proportionate resolution.
Are land or property issues affecting your home or land?
Disputes involving land or property often arise unexpectedly and can quickly escalate. Whether the issue concerns boundaries, ownership or land use, uncertainty can affect your peace of mind and your property’s value. We support clients across Essex by explaining their legal position clearly and guiding them through practical steps to resolve disputes with confidence.
Boundary Disputes With Neighbours
A disagreement over boundary lines with a neighbour.
Unclear Title or Land Registry Boundaries
Conflicting Land Registry plans or unclear title documents.
Agricultural and Rural Land Disputes
Disputes involving agricultural or rural land boundaries.
Rights of Way and Land Use Concerns
Concerns about access rights or land use.
Property Disputes Affecting Sale or Development
Ongoing property disputes affecting sale or development.
Speak to our team
William Cook
Associate Solicitor
Martyn Trenerry
Consultant
Janeet Jawanda
Solicitor
Holly Minney
Head of Dispute Resolution
Esther Marshall
Member
Aaron Burkett
Dispute Resolution Solicitor
Land & Property Disputes Services
We advise on a broad range of land and property disputes, tailoring our approach to the nature of the issue and the outcome you want to achieve.
Boundary line disputes
Boundary disputes often arise after changes to fences or ownership. Although they may involve small areas, they can escalate quickly. Resolving them usually requires deeds, surveys and specialist legal advice.
Fence
Fence disputes concern ownership and responsibility for boundary structures. Title plans and “T marks” may indicate ownership. Interference or moving a fence can amount to trespass and may require legal action.
Neighbour
Neighbour disputes can seriously affect daily life and peace of mind. Issues commonly include boundaries, noise, access or nuisance. Early legal advice can help resolve matters and protect your enjoyment of your home.
Service Charges
Service charge disputes arise where costs are unclear, unreasonable or improperly demanded. Landlords must comply with lease terms and statutory rules. Leaseholders may challenge charges, including through the First-tier Tribunal.
Insolvent Tenants
Disputes involving insolvent tenants can raise complex issues around rent recovery, possession, and competing creditor rights. Clear legal advice helps landlords assess options, manage risk, and take proportionate action.
Rights of Way
Rights of way disputes often arise between neighbours or landowners over access routes. These matters can be contentious and technical, requiring careful review of deeds, historic use, and practical solutions.
Holly Minney
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Why choose Mullis & Peake
Land and property disputes require a careful balance of legal precision and practical judgment. We focus on clear advice, realistic outcomes and proportionate solutions, always keeping your long term interests firmly in view.
Experienced dispute resolution team
Advising on a wide range of property and land disputes.
Clear, practical guidance
Straightforward explanations without unnecessary legal complexity.
Proportionate approach
Focused on resolution, not escalation for its own sake.
Local Essex knowledge
Understanding regional property and land issues.
Frequently asked questions
Land and property disputes commonly arise from unclear boundaries, historic inaccuracies in title documents or changes in land use. Disagreements can also occur following property purchases, development works or changes in neighbouring ownership. Early legal advice can help prevent disputes escalating and provide clarity on your legal position before matters become entrenched.
Resolution may involve reviewing deeds, plans, historical evidence and negotiation.
Many disputes are resolved without court proceedings.
Timescales vary depending on complexity and cooperation.
Yes. Unresolved disputes can delay or impact sales.
Early advice often reduces cost, stress and risk.
Get in touch with our Land & Property Disputes team
If you are facing a land or property dispute, early advice can make a significant difference. Our Dispute Resolution Team will explain your options clearly and help you move forward with confidence.
Specialist land and property dispute expertise
– Dedicated solicitors with deep experience resolving boundary disputes, title issues and land use disagreements.
Fast, confidential advice
– Clear guidance when you need it most.
No-obligation consultation
– Understand your options before you decide.
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