Property Possession Barristers
Expert representation for residential and commercial possession proceedings.
Specialist Property Barristers Regulated by the BSB
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
CASE REVIEW
Barrister reviews your property dispute and advises on legal position.
- 2
PRE-ACTION
Letter before action. Attempt to resolve without court.
- 3
PROCEEDINGS
File claim. Barrister drafts particulars.
- 4
PREPARATION
Expert evidence, disclosure, and trial preparation.
- 5
TRIAL
Barrister presents your case at trial.
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. Save approximately 40% compared to using a Solicitor.
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.
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