Real estate disputes are common and often require legal intervention to resolve effectively. Real estate attorneys specialize in steering these disputes, offering expertise in property law and advocating for their clients’ rights. Find here some of the most common real estate disputes handled by real estate lawyers in Dubai:
Property boundary disputes
Boundary disputes arise when property owners disagree over the location or extent of their property lines. These disputes can escalate over issues such as encroachments (e.g., fences or buildings extending onto neighboring property) or disagreements regarding survey lines. Real estate attorneys help resolves boundary disputes through legal analysis, examination of property records, and sometimes mediation or litigation to clarify and enforce property boundaries.
Landlord-tenant disputes
Landlord-tenant disputes encompass a range of issues concerning residential or commercial leases. Common disputes include non-payment of rent, lease violations, maintenance and repair responsibilities, eviction proceedings, and security deposit disputes. Real estate attorneys assist landlords and tenants by interpreting lease agreements, negotiating settlements, representing clients in eviction proceedings, and ensuring compliance with applicable landlord-tenant laws.
Purchase and sale agreement disputes
Disputes can arise during the purchase or sale of real estate, particularly concerning the terms and conditions outlined in the purchase agreement. Issues may include disagreements over property condition disclosures, financing contingencies, earnest money disputes, or breaches of contract by either party. Real estate attorneys provide guidance on contract interpretation, negotiate amendments or resolutions, and represent clients in litigation if necessary to enforce contract terms.
Title disputes and quiet title actions
Title disputes involve challenges to property ownership or claims against the title’s validity. Issues such as unclear or conflicting property titles, undisclosed liens or encumbrances, adverse possession claims, or errors in public records can cloud title ownership. Real estate attorneys conduct title searches, resolve title defects, and initiate quiet title actions in court to establish clear ownership rights and remove clouds on titles.
Eminent domain and property takings
Eminent domain refers to the government’s authority to acquire private property for public use, often with compensation to the property owner. Disputes may arise over the adequacy of compensation offered, the necessity of the taking, or challenges to the government’s authority. Real estate attorneys represent property owners in negotiations with government entities, evaluate the fairness of compensation offers, and litigate to protect property rights in eminent domain proceedings.
