Real estate litigation

Disputes involving a property have one thing in common: they affect people's assets and, often, their daily lives. A neighbour causing a nuisance, a buyer who does not honour what was agreed or a disagreement over the boundaries of a plot can drag on for years if they are not approached with a clear strategy.

Neighbour disputes

Noise, damp coming from another flat, works affecting common elements or nuisance activities. In an owners' association, these disputes can involve individual neighbours as well as the community itself. The law provides specific actions against nuisance or unlawful activities in a building, which the association itself or the affected owner can bring.

Disputes over property and boundaries

Disagreements over boundaries, rights of way over neighbouring land or the use of spaces whose ownership is unclear. The law offers several actions to defend ownership and clarify boundaries; choosing the right one is key.

Breaches of real estate contracts

Sales that are never completed, deposits one party refuses to return or tenancy agreements that are not honoured. If your case involves unpaid rent, see also our service on evictions and recovery of unpaid rent.

Court proceedings involve time, cost and strain. That is why, before recommending litigation, we analyse the documents, the available evidence and the real strength of your position, and explain the risks frankly. A well-planned negotiation often offers a faster solution.

• Analysis of the documents and evidence.
• Estimate of the foreseeable costs of the proceedings.
• Formal demands and negotiation with the other party.
• Proposal of an out-of-court settlement where possible.

If the matter goes to court, we represent you at every stage and keep you informed of each step. Since 2025, attempting an appropriate dispute resolution method is a prerequisite to suing; then a lawyer and court representative act, in verbal proceedings up to €15,000 or ordinary proceedings above. We will explain what happens at each point, which decisions you need to take and what you can expect.

Many claims must be brought within set time limits. In Catalonia the general period is ten years, but non-contractual liability is time-barred after three and construction defects must be claimed within two years of the damage appearing. If you have an ongoing dispute, do not wait until it gets complicated before seeking advice.

When the dispute arises from a resolution of the owners' meeting, the right route may be challenging the resolution.