Property Dispute Lawyer Delhi | Civil Property Cases

CIVIL PROPERTY LAW

Property Dispute Lawyer in Delhi

Comprehensive legal services for all types of property disputes, from family partition matters to complex title litigation.

Property disputes are among the most complex and contentious legal matters in India. Whether it's a family property partition, a dispute over ownership title, illegal possession, or a builder dispute, these cases require thorough legal expertise, careful documentation, and strategic litigation.

At Advocate Naveen Deo & Associates, we have over 15 years of experience handling property disputes at Dwarka Court and other District Courts of Delhi. We provide comprehensive legal services covering all aspects of property law - from initial due diligence and documentation to litigation and execution of decrees. Our goal is to protect your property rights and secure just outcomes through effective legal representation.

15+ Years Property Law Experience

Title Verification Services

Injunction & Stay Expertise

Family Property Partition

OUR SERVICES

Property Legal Services We Offer

Property Partition Suits

When co-owners cannot agree on property division, a partition suit ensures fair distribution:

Partition of ancestral property
Joint family property division
Inherited property partition
Determining shares of each co-owner
Metes and bounds demarcation
Partition by sale if physical division not possible

Title Disputes

Resolving ownership disputes through declaration of title and related remedies:

Suit for declaration of title
Challenging fraudulent sale deeds
Will and succession disputes
Gift deed challenges
Ownership documentation errors
Title clearing services

Possession Matters

Securing or defending possession rights over property:

Suit for recovery of possession
Eviction proceedings
Illegal encroachment removal
Trespass and dispossession cases
Adverse possession claims
Khas possession disputes

Specific Performance

Enforcing agreements related to property sale and purchase:

Suit for specific performance of agreement to sell
Breach of property agreement
Refund and damages claims
Agreement cancellation disputes
Earnest money recovery
Registration of sale deed orders

Injunction Cases

Obtaining court orders to prevent interference with property rights:

Temporary injunction applications
Permanent injunction suits
Mandatory injunctions
Status quo orders
Restraining illegal construction
Protecting possession pending trial

Builder/Developer Disputes

Legal remedies against builders for delays, deficiencies, and breaches:

Delayed possession claims
Quality and construction defects
Refund with interest demands
RERA complaints and appeals
Builder agreement violations
Society formation issues

MORE SERVICES

Other Property-Related Services

Due Diligence & Title Search

Comprehensive property verification before purchase including title search, encumbrance check, litigation search, and document verification to ensure clear ownership.

Property Documentation

Drafting and reviewing sale deeds, lease agreements, gift deeds, wills, power of attorneys, and all property-related documents.

Mutation & Registration

Assistance with property mutation in revenue records, registration of documents, and obtaining necessary NOCs and certificates.

Rent & Lease Disputes

Handling tenant-landlord disputes, eviction matters, rent recovery, lease agreement breaches, and rent control matters.

Succession & Inheritance

Succession certificate applications, legal heir certificates, probate of will, letters of administration, and inheritance disputes.

Execution Proceedings

Execution of court decrees for possession, partition, or monetary recovery. Attachment and sale of property for decree enforcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Key Aspects of Property Law

Limitation Periods

Suit for possession: 12 years from dispossession
Declaration of title: 3 years from cause of action
Specific performance: 3 years from agreed date
Recovery of money: 3 years
Partition suit: No limitation

Documents Required

Original title documents (sale deed, gift deed, etc.)
Chain of ownership documents
Property tax receipts
Electricity/water bills
Mutation records
Maps and site plans

Courts & Forums

Civil Court: General property disputes
RERA: Builder-buyer disputes
Revenue Court: Mutation matters
High Court: Appeals and writ petitions
Consumer Forum: Builder deficiency

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Property Dispute FAQs

The duration depends on case complexity, number of parties, and court workload. Simple cases with agreement on shares may conclude faster, while contested partitions with title disputes can take several years. Preliminary decrees can often be obtained earlier, with final decrees following after actual division.

Yes, the court can grant injunction/stay restraining the defendant from selling, transferring, or creating third-party rights during the pendency of the suit. This protects your interests while the case is being decided. Courts usually grant such relief if you have a prima facie case and balance of convenience is in your favor.

When a seller refuses to execute the sale deed despite receiving advance and signing an agreement to sell, the buyer can file a suit for specific performance. If successful, the court directs the seller to execute the sale deed. The buyer must show they were always ready and willing to perform their part of the agreement.

You can file a suit for mandatory injunction and recovery of possession against the encroacher. In urgent cases, immediate interim relief can be sought. You can also file a police complaint for criminal trespass under IPC. Documentary proof of your ownership and the encroachment is essential for effective relief.

Under RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority), buyers can seek: refund with interest for delayed possession, compensation for defects, interest for delay at prescribed rates, specific performance directing possession, and penalty against builder. RERA provides a faster resolution mechanism compared to civil courts.

Title verification involves examining all property documents to ensure the seller has clear, marketable title. This includes checking chain of ownership for minimum 30 years, encumbrance certificate, pending litigation, municipal dues, revenue records, and necessary approvals. It's essential to prevent future disputes and fraud.

Property Disputes