The High Cost of Conflict
The Cost of Ignoring Property Conflicts
Property disputes can be incredibly stressful, costly, and time-consuming. If not handled strategically, they can lead to significant financial loss, damaged relationships with neighbours or business partners, and prolonged uncertainty. A swift, expert legal intervention is key to mitigating these damages.
Property disputes rarely fix themselves. Without legal intervention, small disagreements can escalate into costly litigation or blocked registrations. Our attorneys identify risks early and work toward solutions that protect ownership, preserve relationships, and ensure compliance with South African property law.
We Resolve:
- Estate Agent Commission Disputes
Our firm has particular expertise in this area, having set a legal precedent in the Supreme Court of Appeal. - Sale & Transfer Disputes, Breach of Sale Agreements
We represent buyers or sellers when one party fails to meet their contractual obligations: Delays, breached conditions, or disputes over hidden defects or non-disclosure.
Learn About Residential Conveyancing → - Neighbour, Boundary & Servitude Disputes
We handle conflicts over encroachments, boundary walls, overhanging trees, and other nuisance issues. Clarifying ownership rights and property boundaries through survey and legal recourse. - Building Defects, Latent & Patent Damage
We assist buyers who discover hidden defects after a sale, providing expert advice on their rights concerning the ‘voetstoots’ clause. Claims for misrepresentation, faulty workmanship, or seller non-disclosure. - Deposit Refund Conflicts
Recovering deposits or damages for non-performance in sale or lease agreements.
Explore Landlord & Tenant Law → - Sectional Title & Body Corporate Disputes
Assisting trustees, owners, and developers with CSOS conciliation and adjudication.
Learn About Sectional Title Law → - Lease & Commercial Property Disputes
Advising businesses and landlords on rental arrears, maintenance, and eviction actions.
Commercial Property Law →
- Early case assessment and strategy development
- Written notices and pre-litigation negotiation
- Mediation or arbitration before court action
- Litigation and enforcement where necessary
- Relying on Verbal Agreements – Always record and sign property terms.
- Ignoring Hidden Defects – Act quickly; claims are time-sensitive under the CPA.
- Skipping Mediation – The High Court directive expects mediation before litigation.
Court-Linked Mediation Explained → - DIY Legal Action – Procedural errors can void claims or cause cost orders.
- Incomplete Evidence – Gather all documentation, photographs, and reports early.
- Sale agreements and addenda
- Title deeds and survey diagrams
- Invoices and repair records
- Correspondence and inspection reports
- Witness statements and expert opinions
- Strategic Litigators: We meticulously assess the merits of your case and develop a clear strategy designed to achieve the best and most cost-effective outcome.
- Skilled Negotiators: We are adept at resolving disputes efficiently outside of court, saving our clients time, stress, and money.
- Deep Property Law Knowledge: Our litigation practice is backed by our firm’s extensive, day-to-day experience in all aspects of property law.
- Assertive Representation: When litigation is necessary, we are tenacious, well-prepared, and effective advocates for our clients in court.
- Comprehensive Property Expertise: Decades handling transfers, leases, and litigation.
- Mediation-First Strategy: Aligned with the Gauteng mediation directive to save time and cost.
- Transparent Communication: Detailed updates throughout the process.
- Results-Driven Approach: Focused on achieving fair, enforceable outcomes.
Common Questions • Clear Answers
Property Dispute FAQs
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