Property matters we handle
- Partition of family and ancestral property
- Declaration of title and cancellation of documents
- Suits for possession, including recovery of possession after dispossession
- Injunctions against illegal construction, sale or interference
- Disputes arising from agreements to sell, GPA and builder transactions
- Landlord-tenant disputes and eviction
- Succession and inheritance of property
Act fast against dispossession
Under Section 6 of the Specific Relief Act, 1963, a person dispossessed without due process can file a suit for possession within six months, without having to prove title. Delay narrows the remedies available.
Check documents before you buy
Many disputes start with weak paperwork. A title search, verification of the chain of documents and proper registration help avoid litigation later.
Frequently asked questions
How is family property partitioned?
By mutual agreement through a registered partition deed or family settlement, or by a partition suit in court if the co-owners do not agree.
Does a GPA sale give me ownership?
Generally no. The Supreme Court in Suraj Lamp & Industries (2011) held that GPA, agreement-to-sell and will transactions do not transfer title; a registered sale deed is needed.
Can I stop someone from selling a disputed property?
Yes. A court can grant an injunction restraining sale or creation of third-party rights while the dispute is pending.
Related practice areas
This page gives general information about Indian law and is not legal advice. Laws and procedures change; please consult an advocate about your specific facts.