Property disputes are personal. They affect where you live, how you use your property, and the value of your most significant asset. We protect your property rights with clear, strategic legal advice.
Book a ConsultationProperty disputes can arise from boundary disagreements, encroachments, easement issues, adverse possession claims, or title defects. They are often highly charged and can quickly escalate if not managed carefully and strategically from the outset.
At LK William, we assess every property dispute objectively — advising on the legal position, the available remedies, and the most effective path to resolution. Our focus is always on achieving a practical outcome that protects your property rights.
Boundary dispute advice and survey coordination
Encroachment resolution — buildings, fences, structures
Easement and covenant disputes
Adverse possession claims (for and against)
Title defect resolution
Neighbour dispute mediation and legal correspondence
From initial assessment to resolved outcome.
We review the title, survey, and relevant documents to establish the legal position and advise on the strength of your claim or defence.
We write to the other party, clearly stating your position and seeking resolution — often resolving disputes without the need for formal proceedings.
Where direct negotiation fails, we represent you in mediation — a structured process that can resolve even complex property disputes efficiently.
If mediation is unsuccessful, we manage Queensland civil court proceedings to protect your property rights and enforce any court orders obtained.
In boundary and encroachment disputes, a current survey is essential. Survey evidence is the most objective way to establish the legal boundary of a property and is almost always required before court proceedings can be commenced.
Easements are rights that one property has over another — such as a right of way or a drainage easement. Easement disputes can be complex because the scope of the right depends on the registered wording and sometimes the historical use of the easement. We advise on your rights and obligations.
Property disputes can worsen over time — particularly where encroachments or adverse use continues. The longer an encroachment or unauthorised use persists without objection, the stronger the other party's position may become. Early legal advice is always recommended.
An encroachment on your land is a legal issue that can be resolved — either through agreement with your neighbour or, if necessary, through court proceedings. The first step is to obtain a current survey to confirm the legal boundary. We then advise on your options and write to your neighbour seeking resolution. If agreement cannot be reached, we manage court proceedings to have the encroachment removed or for compensation to be paid.
An easement is a registered right over one property (the burdened land) in favour of another property (the benefited land) or a utility provider. Easements can be removed in certain circumstances — for example, if the purpose for which the easement was created no longer exists, or if both the burdened and benefited landowners agree. We advise on the process for removing or modifying an easement.
In Queensland, adverse possession allows a person to claim title to land they have been in open, exclusive possession of for at least 12 years without the owner's permission. The requirements are strict and the process is complex. We advise on whether you have a legitimate adverse possession claim and manage the application process.
Book a confidential consultation with our team. No pressure, no legal jargon — just a clear conversation about your matter and how we can help.