Property Possession Barristers

Expert representation for residential and commercial possession proceedings.

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Takes about 2 minutes. No obligation.

Possession proceedings can result in eviction from your home or business premises. Whether you are a landlord seeking possession or a tenant defending against eviction, expert representation is essential.

A specialist possession Barrister can represent you at possession hearings, challenge grounds for possession, and negotiate terms.

What Property Possession Barristers Do

Court Advocacy

Representation at:

  • •County Court
  • •High Court
  • •First-tier Tribunal (Property)
  • •Interim applications
  • •Trial
  • •Appeals

Legal Advice

Expert guidance on:

  • •Legal position
  • •Evidence requirements
  • •Settlement prospects
  • •Costs implications
  • •Procedural steps
  • •Alternative dispute resolution

Document Drafting

Barristers can draft:

  • •Particulars of claim
  • •Defence
  • •Witness statements
  • •Skeleton arguments
  • •Applications
  • •Draft orders

You file at court and serve on the other party.

What You Handle

With Direct Access:

  • •Filing at court
  • •Serving documents
  • •Evidence gathering
  • •Surveyor instructions
  • •Court admin
  • •Court fees

How Direct Access Works

  1. 1

    Case Review

    Barrister reviews your property dispute and advises on legal position.

  2. 2

    Pre-Action

    Letter before action. Attempt to resolve without court.

  3. 3

    Proceedings

    File claim. Barrister drafts particulars.

  4. 4

    Preparation

    Expert evidence, disclosure, and trial preparation.

  5. 5

    Trial

    Barrister presents your case at trial.

Does your case qualify for Direct Access?

Tell us about your matter and we'll confirm whether you can instruct a Barrister directly, then match you with the right specialist.

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Takes about 2 minutes. No obligation.
Free quote. No obligation. Only shared with your matched Barrister if you proceed.
Our team is available 8am to 8pm and will call you back.
Or call free: 0800 302 9921
From£250 initial adviceFrom£850 hearing representationFixed fee in writing before you commit

Prefer to talk? Call 0800 302 9921. Lines open 8am to 8pm, same-day callback.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Direct Access for property possession?

Yes. Direct Access works well for property possession. Expert court representation at reduced cost.

How much does it cost?

Initial advice from £500. Court hearings from £1,000 per day.

What evidence do I need?

Title deeds, correspondence, photographs, surveyor reports, and witness evidence. Your Barrister will advise.

How long do property cases take?

From claim to trial typically 12-18 months. Many cases settle after disclosure or mediation.

Can I recover costs?

If successful, the court may order the other side to contribute to your costs.

Should I try mediation?

Courts encourage mediation for property disputes. Your Barrister can represent you at mediation.

Resolve Your Property Possession

Expert court representation for property possession.

Check if your case qualifies

Or call us: 0800 302 9921. Lines open 8am to 8pm, same-day callback.