Case Study: Resolving a Complex Property Title Dispute
Client: Property Investor
Area: Property & Real Estate Law
Outcome: Title successfully restored and transaction completed
Background:
A property investor approached us after discovering a serious title defect while attempting to purchase a commercial building in London. Land Registry records showed a third-party restriction preventing transfer of ownership, which threatened to derail the investment deal.
The previous owner had been involved in a historic legal dispute with a now-dissolved entity, and the restriction had never been formally removed. The buyer’s lender refused to proceed with financing until the issue was resolved.
Our Approach:
The London Law Firm conducted an urgent legal audit of the property’s title history and identified administrative oversight as the root of the issue. We liaised with HM Land Registry, the seller’s solicitors, and the buyer’s lender, preparing statutory declarations and legal statements to correct the record.
We also drafted an indemnity agreement to protect the buyer from any potential future claims, which was crucial in restoring lender confidence.
Resolution:
Within four weeks:
The title restriction was successfully removed
The purchase contract was amended and completed on time
The client’s financing was approved and secured
No court proceedings were required
Client Feedback:
“I was ready to walk away from the deal, but The London Law Firm solved a legal mess that had gone unnoticed for years. Their speed and clarity saved the entire investment.”
