TOLATA Mediation – Property Co-Ownership Disputes
Resolving Property Ownership Disputes — Calmly, Constructively, and Cost-Effectively
Description: Disputes over property ownership can arise between cohabiting couples, family members, or friends — especially when legal ownership doesn’t reflect financial contributions or shared intentions. These cases often fall under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA).
At MK Mediation, we offer a neutral, confidential space to help parties resolve TOLATA disputes without the stress and cost of litigation. Whether you're seeking a declaration of beneficial interest, negotiating a sale, or clarifying occupation rights, mediation provides a flexible, respectful route to resolution.
Why choose mediation?
Mediation can often help parties reach agreement without the cost, delay and uncertainty of court proceedings.
Benefits include:
✔ Confidential
✔ Independent and impartial
✔ Usually quicker than litigation
✔ Often significantly less expensive
✔ Flexible around your circumstances
✔ Helps parties retain greater control over the outcome
✔ Can preserve relationships where future communication is important
We support resolution for
✔ Disputes between unmarried couples
Where there is disagreement about ownership, occupation or sale of a jointly owned property.
✔ Beneficial interest claims
Where one party believes they have a greater financial interest than the legal title suggests.
✔ Sale of the property
Helping parties agree whether the property should be sold and on what terms.
✔ Buy-outs
Where one party wishes to retain the property and purchase the other's interest.
✔ Occupation rights
Resolving disagreements about who should remain living in the property.
✔ Financial contributions
Disputes concerning deposits, mortgage payments, renovations and other financial contributions.
Working with Solicitors
MK Mediation is happy to work alongside solicitors acting for one or both parties.
Mediation complements independent legal advice by providing an opportunity for parties to explore practical solutions before or during legal proceedings.
That speaks directly to the type of person who has already contacted you.
Need to discuss a TOLATA dispute?
Whether you've been referred by your solicitor or are exploring mediation before legal proceedings, I'd be happy to discuss your situation and explain how mediation may help.
Contact MK Mediation for a confidential, no-obligation conversation.
Buying a property together is one of life's biggest commitments. When relationships change, disagreements over ownership, financial contributions or the future of a property can quickly become stressful and emotionally draining.