Property and Neighbour Dispute Solicitors
Falling out with your neighbour can be fractious and make it hard for you to enjoy home life. It can also be awkward or even intimidating to pass your neighbour in the street.
If you think you might have a claim over a neighbour dispute, one of our expert Dispute Resolution solicitors can guide you through the process.
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There are many types of neighbour disputes….
Boundary Disputes
Boundary disputes are some of the most common types of neighbour disputes.
This often happens when a neighbour;
- Builds an extension
- Installs a shed or outbuilding
- Puts up a fence wall or hedge
Establishing the correct position of a boundary can be complex. While there is lots of land registry guidance and well-established legal principles, the law can be difficult to apply in practice.
In these cases, the aim is to agree on the property boundaries. With the boundaries, we can evaluate whether there is a case against you or your neighbour.
Nuisance Or Anti-Social Behaviour
There are several types of nuisances or anti-social behaviour, including;
- Being drunk and disorderly
- Drug taking and/or dealing
- Intimidation
- Physical or verbal abuse
- Loud music or noise
- Blocking access to your drive or gateways
- Aggression or acts of harassment
- Causing damage to your property
- Intrusive use of CCTV
- Car and burglar alarms going off constantly
If you’re living with nuisance neighbours, it can feel like there is no escape. Seeking legal advice will help you;
- Understand what options you have available to you and
- How you can bring the situation to an end
General Noise
Noise is also a common problem among neighbours.
Loud music, car and house alarms going off, slamming doors, parties and barking dogs can all make living at home less enjoyable.
If you live next to noisy neighbours, we can help.
Property Maintenance Disputes
If your neighbour is;
- causing damage to your property, or
- Is interfering with your enjoyment of it
By failing to maintain their own you might be able to claim for damages.
An example could be your neighbour’s failure to maintain their drains causing flooding on your property.
If your neighbour’s failure to maintain their property is affecting yours, we could help.
Right to Light
The Right to Light law gives a homeowner the right to receive light through their windows.
Issues can arise when submitting a planning application to develop a property. If you believe a neighbour’s property development could affect your right to light, we can help you submit an objection. If the work has already been completed, we could help you claim compensation.
Also, if you are considering an extension, you must make sure it doesn’t block neighbour’s light.
Tree and Hedge Disputes
Overgrown trees and hedges are often the cause of neighbour disputes.
There is no ‘right to a view’ under UK law that preserves the view from your home that existed when you bought it.
That said, if tall trees and hedges block light to your windows, you might have a case for a Right to Light dispute.
Right of Way
Rights of way are often at the centre of disputes between neighbours.
Disputes include;
- Excessive use
- Failure to repair or maintain
- Blocking or changing access
If you’re in a dispute with your neighbour over a right of way, our expert solicitors can help.
Breach Of Covenant
A covenant is a written agreement contained within a deed and could relate to a variety of things, including;
- Access rights
- Building rights, or
- Preventing the running of a business from a property
Covenants are often the cause of disputes between land and property owners.
If one party breaches the covenant, it could have a detrimental effect on other parties who agreed to it.
The consequences of a breach of covenant could include the removal or undoing of any work carried out.
If your neighbour has breached a covenant, it’s important to seek legal advice.
Adverse Possession
Also known as ‘Squatters Rights’. An adverse possession claim allows someone who occupies a property but isn’t the legal owner to become registered as such.
The rules around adverse possession are complex. If you want to make a claim or resist a claim for adverse possession, you’ll need legal advice.
Shared Amenities
Shared amenities cause contention between neighbours. If you share amenities with neighbours, you might experience disputes like;
- Repair and maintenance of a share driveway
- Upkeep of drainage systems
- Maintenance and repair of share roofs
- Repairs and maintenance to communal areas
Party Wall Disputes
If your neighbour is planning to make changes to a party wall (a wall you share with them), they must inform you.
For example;
- Removing a chimney breast
- Making the wall taller or deeper
- Contracting a building on the boundary
- Converting a loft
- Installing steel joists
This type of work could affect you and your property, so they’re obliged by law to tell you.
If not, you could seek legal advice to stop the work from happening or claim for damages.
Why Choose Rothera Bray Neighbour Dispute Solicitors?
At Rothera Bray, we have experience acting in a wide range of property disputes.
First, we will discuss the matter with you to establish how realistic your claim is.
If you have a claim, we’ll assign a solicitor from our Dispute Resolution team who specialises in property law. They will advise you on the best strategy to resolve your dispute.
Where possible, we use Alternative Dispute Resolution. However, if your case does go to court, we’ll be there to guide you through the whole process.
We will negotiate with relevant parties and keep you updated on any progress at all stages.
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“Property disputes – especially boundary disputes – can very stressful. We’ll alleviate that stress and help you get a positive outcome.”
Richard Bates
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Posted 1 May 2026
The whole process was a delight and I very much appreciate the professional, straight forward way in which you dealt with myself and my sister. May I thank you very much indeed for all your work in this matter and please be assured that Rothera Bray will be my first choice for any further matters of this nature.
Dr Gregg
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Posted 30 April 2026
Great support, always keeping us in the picture. A first rate service at a very competitive price. I would not hesitate to recommend Rothera Bray conveyancing services.
Simon Wilton
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Posted 29 April 2026
Ed, thank you so much for your totally efficient service over this work and especially the speed with which you have turned everything around. You really have starred throughout. We are extremely grateful to you.
Trust clients
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Posted 28 April 2026
Rothera Bray were extremely professional and employed great communication throughout the process. They talked me through the possible scenarios and what the potential outcomes might be. Both the Paralegals and the Solicitor were clear and concise during their representation and achieved the best outcome I could've hoped for. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again.
AC
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Posted 28 April 2026
I cannot recommend Rothera Bray highly enough, and in particular Emily, who is truly outstanding. Emily took on my case again and from the very beginning she showed that she is unlike other solicitors. She took the time to genuinely listen to me, understand my situation, and focus on what was right for both myself and my children. That immediately set her apart. Where other solicitors had previously pushed their own views, suggesting I accept an undertaking or advising against pursuing a non-molestation order and a section 91(14) order, Emily approached things completely differently. She looked at the full picture, put the needs of the family first, and had the confidence and knowledge to push for what was truly necessary. The outcome has made a significant difference to our lives, and I genuinely believe it would not have been achieved without her. Emily is not only highly knowledgeable and professional, but also incredibly understanding. She puts her clients first, not what is easiest or quickest to achieve, and that level of care and commitment is rare. If you are looking for a solicitor who will truly listen, stand by you, and fight for the right outcome, I would recommend Emily and the team at Rothera Bray without hesitation.
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Posted 27 April 2026
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Posted 27 April 2026
I cannot recommend Rothera Bray highly enough, specifically Laura and Lisa, who handled my recent property purchase. From start to finish, their communication was exceptional. They were consistently responsive and maintained a level of momentum that allowed the entire process to move quickly and efficiently. What I appreciated most was their pragmatism and flexibility - they were very accommodating. A highly professional and stress-free conveyancing experience.
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Posted 25 April 2026
I had a very positive experience with the conveyancing service, particularly working with Sara Odedra. Communication was consistently clear, and Sara provided straightforward guidance on what needed to be done at each stage of the process. Everything was handled efficiently and in a timely manner, which made the experience much less stressful. Sara was always responsive and easy to reach whenever I had questions or needed clarification...Overall, I would highly recommend Sara and her team’s services and would happily use them again in the future.
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Posted 24 April 2026
We chose Rothera Bray solicitors to deal with the sale of our late father’s bungalow because our parents had always dealt with them in the past. Thank goodness we did! Lucy and Karen were excellent throughout. They were compassionate and understanding and kept us updated at all times. They were also easy to reach and most helpful if we had any queries. We would highly recommend Rothera Bray and will definitely use them in the future should the need arise.
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Posted 24 April 2026
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Richard Bates
Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution
Richard Bates leads the Dispute Resolution team at Rothera Bray. Richard is a litigation specialist and can provide a wide range of services to both commercial and private clients.

Caroline Bowler
Partner
Caroline Bowler is a partner in our Dispute Resolution team and an equine law specialist at Rothera Bray, which is the Official Legal Partner to British Dressage and The British Show Pony Society. She works from our Lace Market office and has been described as “one of the best equine lawyers” in the Legal 500.

James Carley
Partner
James is a Partner in the Dispute Resolution department and is very experienced in dealing with commercial and personal litigation matters.

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Consultant
Kendal Litherland is a Consultant in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Nottingham city office.

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Managing Associate & Head of Insolvency
Ruth Ball is a Managing Associate and the Head of Corporate & Individual Insolvency at Rothera Bray and is based at our Lace Market, Nottingham and Market Harborough offices.

Jade Belcher
Associate Solicitor
Jade Belcher is an Associate Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.

Tom Barry
Solicitor
Tom is a Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.

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Solicitor
Amrita Johal is a solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.

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Solicitor
Millie Moreton is a Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution team and is based at our Lace Market office.

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Senior Paralegal
Jayde Pullar is a Senior Paralegal in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution team and is based at our Lace Market, Nottingham office.

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Paralegal
Eleanor is a Paralegal in our departments for Dispute Resolution for Individuals and Dispute Resolution for Businesses. She is based at our Nottingham Lace Market office.

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