Practice area 10
Title and Deed Litigation
We resolve title disputes so you can transact with certainty.
Overview
Title disputes can arise from defective deeds, boundary disagreements, adverse possession, or conflicting claims. We represent property owners, buyers, and lenders in litigation to establish clear title and remove clouds on ownership.
We handle actions to quiet title, resolve boundary disputes, and remove encumbrances such as liens or restrictive covenants.
What we handle
Matters within Title & Deed Litigation
Quiet title actions
Court proceedings to establish clear title and remove adverse claims.
Boundary disputes and surveys
Litigation to determine property lines and resolve encroachments.
Adverse possession claims
Defending or asserting claims based on long‑term possession.
Deed validity and interpretation
Challenging or interpreting deeds to resolve ownership issues.
Easement and right‑of‑way disputes
Resolving rights of access and use over another's land.
Encumbrance removal
Discharging invalid mortgages, liens, or restrictive covenants.
How we work
A predictable path from first call to close
- 01
Title search and analysis
Review public records to identify all interests.
- 02
Investigation
Gather evidence and interview parties.
- 03
Pleadings and discovery
File complaint and gather supporting documents.
- 04
Trial or settlement
Proceed to trial or negotiate a settlement.
Common questions
- What is a quiet title action?
- It is a court case to establish ownership and remove any claims or liens against the property.
- How long does a title dispute take?
- It depends on complexity; we give realistic timelines early on.