How we can help
We advise individuals, landlords, tenants, and agricultural landowners on a wide range of residential property disputes, including but not limited to:
Landlord and Tenant disputes
- Rent arrears or non-payment
- Breach of lease terms
- Possession proceedings
- Disrepair claims
Whether you're a landlord seeking possession or a tenant facing legal action, we’ll help you understand your rights and options.
Boundary disputes
- Disagreements over fence lines or hedges
- Encroachment onto your land
- Disputes over tree removal or garden boundaries
These disputes can escalate quickly. Early legal advice can help you resolve the issue before it becomes costly or entrenched.
Neighbour disputes
- Noise nuisance
- Land contamination
- Breach of covenants
Neighbour disputes can be emotionally charged. We aim to resolve them constructively and, where possible, without going to court.
Rights of way disputes
- Disagreements over access routes
- Obstruction or misuse of rights of way
We’ll help you understand your legal position and work toward a practical solution.
Construction disputes
- Home extension disputes including loft conversions and conservatories
- Garden renovation disputes
- Party Wall Act claims and boundary construction disputes
- Faulty contractor work claims e.g. faulty workmanship, negligent work, works requiring remedial action.
- Unpaid invoices and outstanding fees disputes.
Leasehold enfranchisement
- Extending your lease
- Buying the freehold of your house or block of flats
- Setting up a management company
This is a complex area of law - our team will guide you through the process and protect your interests.
Restrictive covenant breaches
- Restrictions on land use or development
- Neighbours breaching covenants affecting your property
We’ll help you enforce or challenge restrictive covenants and avoid costly mistakes.
Adverse possession (squatter’s rights)
- Claiming ownership of land you’ve used for years
- Defending against a claim on your land
We’ll assess your position and help you protect or assert your rights.
Farming partnership disputes
- Disagreements over partnership agreements
- Resignation or dissolution of a farming partnership
These disputes often involve land, property, and family relationships. We’ll provide expert advice tailored to your situation.
Property ownership disputes (TOLATA)
- Disputes between co-owners following a relationship breakdown
- Investment property disagreements
We’ll help you determine your share and advise you under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA).
Why Choose Porter Dodson
- Clear Communication
We focus on what matters to you and explain your options in plain English.
- Transparent Costs
You’ll receive a bespoke cost estimate at the outset and regular updates throughout.
- Expertise You Can Trust
We aim to resolve disputes through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) where possible, avoiding unnecessary litigation.
Local knowledge, national reach
Our property dispute lawyers are based across Somerset, Dorset and Devon, including offices in Bridport, Exeter, Poundbury, Sherborne, Taunton, Wellington, and Yeovil.
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