Evictions and Unlawful Occupation
Advice and court proceedings concerning unlawful occupation, tenants holding over and recovery of possession through the appropriate legal process.
Property Law Attorney · Roodepoort & Randburg
Property LawAttorneys serving Roodepoort and Randburg
Based in Constantia Kloof, Roodepoort, serving clients across Roodepoort and Randburg.
Practical legal support for landlords, property owners, bodies corporate and managing agents. From leases and unpaid accounts to occupation disputes and court proceedings.
Residential and commercial propertyCommunity schemesRoodepoort and Gauteng
Landlords · Owners · Managing Agents
Clear legal direction for your property.
We assess the agreement, the history of the matter and the remedy you need. Our advice considers both the legal process and the practical cost of taking the next step.
Rental Arrears and Recovery
Demands, payment arrangements and litigation for unpaid rent and related amounts supported by the lease and account records.
Breach Notices and Cancellation
Preparing breach notices, assessing cancellation rights and advising on the next step when a lease or property agreement is not honoured.
Lease Agreements
Drafting and reviewing residential and commercial leases, renewals and amendments, with clear obligations and practical enforcement terms.
Tenant and Landlord Disputes
Assistance with deposits, maintenance obligations, repairs, property damage and disputes arising during or after a tenancy.
Commercial Property Matters
Legal support for business landlords and tenants concerning lease obligations, arrears, termination and occupation disputes.
Legal support for the properties you own, let and manage.
Bodies Corporate · Community Schemes
Support for the legal matters behind a well-managed scheme.
We assist bodies corporate, managing agents and owners with recovery matters and disputes affecting community schemes.
Instructions are assessed against the scheme documents, the relevant decisions and the nature of the dispute to identify an appropriate process.
Explore Debt Recovery- Unpaid Levies
Demand letters, account review, payment arrangements and advice on the appropriate recovery proceedings.
- Conduct Rules and Common Property
Advice on rule enforcement, nuisance complaints, use of common property and disputes between owners and the scheme.
- Trustee and Governance Disputes
Assistance with disputes concerning scheme decisions, governance documents and the exercise of responsibilities.
- CSOS Matters
Advice and preparation for community scheme dispute processes, including supporting documents and representation where permitted.
Property Rights and Disputes
Beyond leases and arrears.
Property law also concerns ownership, access, possession and agreements. We assist with disputes between neighbours, co-owners and parties to property contracts.
Neighbour, Boundary and Access Disputes
Advice on encroachments, boundaries, servitudes, access rights and interference with the use and enjoyment of property.
Co-Ownership Disputes
Assistance with disagreements about occupation, expenses, contributions and the proposed sale of jointly owned property.
Property Contract Disputes
Advice and litigation concerning breaches of property sale agreements, non-performance, cancellation and claims for damages.
Urgent Relief and Possession
Assessment of urgent interdicts and remedies concerning interference with property or dispossession, where the facts support the relief sought.
How We Approach Your Matter
A considered strategy, from the outset.
01
Understand the position
Review the lease, agreement, scheme rules, account records and correspondence, together with your intended outcome.
02
Choose the right process
Explain whether a notice, negotiation, scheme dispute process or court application is appropriate, and discuss the scope and fees.
03
Take the next step
Prepare the agreed documents and proceedings and keep you informed as the matter progresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Before you take action.
Can you assist with both rental arrears and eviction?
Yes. We assess the recovery claim and the occupation issue separately and explain the appropriate steps for each.
Can I change the locks or remove an occupier myself?
Do not take steps to remove an occupier or interfere with possession without advice on the lawful process. Eviction requires the appropriate court process and order.
Do you assist bodies corporate with levy recovery?
Yes. Send the account statement, relevant scheme documents, correspondence and details of previous recovery steps so we can assess the instruction.
Do you also assist tenants and individual owners?
Yes. We consider instructions from tenants, owners and co-owners, subject to a conflict check and the scope of the matter.
What documents should I send?
Send the lease or agreement, relevant notices, correspondence, statements, proof of payments and any existing court or CSOS documents. Include the property address and a brief timeline.
How are fees agreed?
The firm discusses the proposed work and applicable fees before commencing the agreed instruction. Further proceedings and external expenses are discussed separately.
Saleha Khan Attorneys
Let’s discuss your property matter.
Contact the firm to arrange an appointment and discuss the assistance you need.
Visit the Firm
Ground Floor, Building 4
Quadrum Office Park
50 Constantia Boulevard
Constantia Kloof, Roodepoort, 1709
legal@skattorneys.net
In person or remotely, by appointment.