Squatters and adverse possession claims
Squatters and adverse possession claims
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Squatting and adverse possession claims.

We can help you make a claim for registration by way of adverse possession or object if someone is claiming ownership of your property.

Contact our property disputes team today

0800 923 2064
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Here to minimise disruption. Here to provide clear and pragmatic options to resolve the issue.

We can advise occupants, landlords, tenants, and property owners on squatters and adverse possession claims.

Adverse possession, sometimes referred to as squatting, is the occupation of land by a person who is not legally entitled to or authorised to be there. If a person or company adversely possesses a piece of land or property for a certain time period, while meeting the essential requirements, they may be able to apply to the Land Registry for legal ownership.

Our team is able to assist you with all the essential requirements of adverse possession claims including evidencing factual intentions and possession, preparing and submitting applications or objections to the Land Registry, and if needed advice through to negotiations and Tribunal proceedings.

Contact our team to discuss your options.

Or call our property disputes team today:

0800 923 2064
Adverse possessions squatters rights

A guide to squatting and adverse possession claims

Adverse possession claims can be long and complex which is why we produced this handy guide.

Discover the key challenges and processes involved in adverse possession claims, and we can help you to understand your options and begin together.

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