Real Estate & Property Law

Real estate disputes can be complex and costly, especially when title issues, lease conflicts, or co-ownership disagreements arise. At Queenstone Law, we provide strategic legal support for property disputes across British Columbia, serving clients in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. Whether you are facing a breach of purchase agreement or navigating the Partition of Property Act, we help you resolve disputes with clarity and care.

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Support for real estate & property litigation

Whether you are a buyer, seller, landlord, tenant, or developer, our real estate lawyers will advocate for your rights. From early negotiation to trial advocacy, we tailor our strategies to resolve disputes efficiently so you can move forward with certainty.

We specialize in Vancouver real estate and property disputes such as:

  • Breach of purchase and sale agreements

  • Title and ownership conflicts

  • Boundary and easement disputes

  • Commercial lease disagreements

  • Construction defects and latent condition claims

  • Misrepresentation and disclosure issues

  • Breach of Purchase and Sale Agreements

    When one party fails to fulfill the terms of a property purchase or sale agreement in the context of the purchase and sale of a residential property, it can lead to legal conflicts that involve claims for damages, specific performance, or contract recessions.

    Whether you are a buyer or seller, a breach of a purchase and sale agreement can put your investments, plans and peace of mind at risk. We are here to help you take control of the situation.

    We help guide you through breaches involving residential and commercial property transactions, for example:

    • The buyer fails to complete the purchase

    • The seller backs out without legal justification

    • A dispute arises over conditions or disclosures

  • Commercial Property or Lease Agreements

    Whether you are a landlord or a commercial tenant, disputes over lease terms can quickly disrupt operations and strain finances. From missed rent payments and maintenance issues to early termination and disagreements over renewal clauses, commercial lease conflicts often carry high stakes.

    We provide experienced legal counsel to resolve commercial lease disputes efficiently and protect your business interests. Our goal is to minimize disruption, preserve relationships where possible, and pursue outcomes that align with your objectives.

    We can assist clients with a variety of dispute such as:

    • Disputes over rent increases or non-payment

    • Property maintenance and repair responsibilities

    • Early lease termination or eviction issues

    • Subletting and assignment issues

  • Real Estate Investment

    Investing in property, whether residential or commercial, is a significant commitment.

    When disputes arise, the impact can be not just financial, but deeply frustrating.

    We can assist with investment disputes including:

    • Breaches of agreements.

    • Disputes related to profit sharing.

    • Misrepresentation or fraud

    • Financing and lender disputes

    Real estate investments can yield significant returns but when disputes emerge, they threaten your portfolio and your peace of mind. Our mission is to protect your capital, enforce your rights, and preserve relationships wherever possible.

  • Partition of Property

    Co-owning real estate does not always go as planned. Whether the property was inherited, purchased with a partner, or jointly owned with family or friends, disputes can arise over how it should be used, maintained, or divided. When co-owners cannot agree, a partition action may be the legal path forward.

    We help our clients through a variety of issues including:

    • Initiating or defending against partition actions

    • Seeking court-ordered sale (partition by sale)

    • Addressing reimbursement for mortgage payments, taxes, or improvements

    • Negotiating buyouts or settlement terms to avoid court

    Partition claims can be especially sensitive when they involve family members or long-time partners. We work to minimize conflict where possible while ensuring your ownership interests are protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Real Estate and Property Disputes in BC

Whether you are navigating a lease conflict, title issue, or co-ownership disagreement, these answers can help you understand your legal options and next steps.

  • It allows co-owners to apply to the Supreme Court for division or sale of jointly held land.

  • Any co-owner or interest holder (including mortgagees and creditors) may apply to compel partition or sale of the land. This process has to be formally initiates at the Supreme Court of BC.

  • We can help you with a variety of disputes that may arise from your real estate investments, such as:

    • Breaches of agreements.

    • Disputes related to profit sharing.

    • Misrepresentation or fraud

    • Financing and lender disputes

  • Yes, under the Home Buyer Rescission Period (HBRP), buyers have three business days to cancel a subject-free offer.

  • Rent increases, non-payment, early termination, and disagreements over maintenance or renewal clauses.

  • We offer strategic litigation, negotiation, and multilingual (English, Mandarin, Cantonese) support to resolve title issues, lease conflicts, and co-ownership disagreements.

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