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Possession and an injunction against interference
Explain who occupies the property, how occupation began and the specific interference complained of. Possession and title issues may require different or combined…
Civil & PropertyTemporary injunctions in a civil property case
An interim application asks for protection while the suit is decided. The requested direction should be specific and supported by the relevant facts.
Civil & PropertyPermanent injunctions and final relief
A permanent injunction is final relief after the legal requirements are established. It should not be confused with an interim restraint during a pending suit.
Civil & PropertyA declaration of property rights
A declaration suit should identify the legal character or property right to be declared. The court must also consider whether further relief is required.
Civil & PropertyChallenging or cancelling a property instrument
Identify whether the claimant executed the document, what defect is alleged and what legal consequence is sought. Different situations may require different relief.
Civil & PropertyPartition of jointly claimed property
Begin by identifying the property, each claimed share and the legal route by which the parties acquired it. A family relationship alone does not establish joint…
Civil & PropertySale by one co-owner
A co-owner's transfer must be examined against the interest that person can lawfully convey. A sale of a claimed share should not casually be described as…
Civil & PropertyBoundary disputes and property identification
Reconcile the legal description with the site before treating a disagreement as encroachment. Area, survey number, boundaries and maps should be read together.
Civil & PropertyAn encroachment allegation — preserving the site record
Document the alleged change and obtain advice on the lawful remedy. Do not remove structures or use force on the strength of a general title assertion.
Civil & PropertyLong possession and an ownership claim
Length of occupation alone should not be treated as a title certificate. The legal character and history of possession are central to any limitation-based claim or…
Civil & PropertyA power of attorney in a property transaction
A power of attorney grants authority within its terms; it should not be mistaken for the conveyance itself. The agent's authority and the owner's title both…
Civil & PropertyGift of immovable property — documentation questions
Identify the property, donor's ownership and proposed recipient, then check the governing gift law. A family relationship does not remove all formalities.