Property Litigation
Property disputes can be some of the most disruptive challenges for both individuals and businesses, affecting your home, your investment, or your ability to operate. At Roach Pittis, we provide clear, strategic advice to help resolve disputes quickly and effectively, with your interests at the forefront.
We act for homeowners, landlords, tenants, businesses, and investors across a wide range of property matters; always aiming to resolve disputes in a way that saves time, reduces stress, and protects your position.
How We Can Help
We advise on a broad range of property issues, including:
General Property Disputes
Boundary disputes
Trespass and nuisance
Adverse possession
Rights of way
Enforcement of covenants
Residential Landlord & Tenant
Section 8 and Section 21 notices
Possession proceedings
Rent arrears recovery
Lease extensions and dilapidations
Collective enfranchisement
Service charge disputes
Commercial Lease Disputes
Lease renewals and break notices
Dilapidation claims and rent reviews
Service charge disagreements
Possession claims and trespassers
Claims against defaulting or insolvent tenants
Forfeiture, breach of covenant, and distress remedies
Action against former tenants and guarantors
Japanese Knotweed Claims
We operate a specialist nationwide service dealing with all aspects of Japanese Knotweed litigation, including claims for encroachment, misrepresentation, and professional negligence. These disputes can have serious financial and legal consequences, and we have built a strong reputation in this niche area of law.
Flooding Claims
Roach Pittis Solicitors acts for clients across England and Wales in a wide range of civil flooding claims. We represent homeowners, buyers, tenants and landowners who have suffered financial loss due to flooding or undisclosed defects affecting a property. Many claims can be pursued on a no win, no fee basis, subject to assessment.
Meet Our Team
Our Property Litigation team is led by Lee Peckham, a Director at Roach Pittis and a member of the Property Litigation Association. With more than 20 years of experience, Lee provides strategic, no-nonsense advice across all aspects of property law.
He is joined by:
Chris Prew – former Head of Litigation with over 40 years' experience in complex dispute resolution
David Richards – who leads on Japanese Knotweed matters and flood-related claims
Peter Wykes – experienced in both residential and commercial property litigation matters
Together, the team delivers the kind of practical, specialist advice that helps clients move forward confidently and cost-effectively.
