Real Estate Litigation & Property Division Lawyers Mississauga
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Who we are
Real Estate Litigation in Ontario
Real estate disputes can quickly become financially and emotionally overwhelming. Whether the dispute involves ownership rights, failed transactions, mortgage enforcement, co-ownership disagreements, title issues, or property-related fraud, it is important to act quickly and strategically to protect your interests.
Lakhan Tram LLP represents homeowners, investors, businesses, landlords, contractors, and private lenders in complex real estate and property litigation matters across Ontario. We provide practical legal advice combined with strong advocacy to help clients resolve disputes efficiently while protecting their financial and legal interests.
Our firm understands that real estate disputes often involve significant investments, urgent timelines, and complicated factual issues. We approach every case with careful preparation, strategic planning, and a focus on achieving practical outcomes.
Our Property Litigation Experience
We have developed significant experience and expertise in real estate litigation with, focusing especially on mortgage enforcement recently.
We appear routinely before the Superior Court of Justice to address all contentious issues that arise from real estate transactions.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- Enforcement Proceedings: Power of sale proceedings, foreclosure proceedings or judicial sale proceedings.
- Urgent/ Ex-parte Applications: Removal of liens, notices and/or registered security interests from title. Applications for partition and sale of real property.
- Actions arising from Breaches of APS: Commencing civil actions for damages when the terms Agreements of Purchase and Sale are breached.
General Civil Litigation Experience: Commencing and defending civil actions for damages arising from tort and contract, and utility of Motions before the Superior Court of Justice to secure injunctive relief, default judgment, and any other ancillary reliefs available pursuant to the Rules of Civil Procedure.
Our Property Litigation Services
We assist clients with a wide range of real estate and property-related disputes, including:
Breach of agreements of purchase and sale
Failed real estate transactions
Title disputes and ownership claims
Fraudulent transfers and fraudulent conveyances
Co-ownership and partition applications
Mortgage enforcement and mortgage disputes
Easement and boundary disputes
Construction-related property claims
Certificate of pending litigation matters
Occupation rent claims
Commercial landlord, tenant and commercial property disputes
Real estate misrepresentation claims
Vendor and purchaser disputes
Specific performance claims
Property damage and negligence claims
Enforcement of real estate contracts
What is real estate litigation?
Real estate litigation comprises a wide variety of issues that flow from (typically) failed real estate transactions. The process generally starts with an attempt to resolve the issues through out of court resolution. The reality is, that many times, this is simply not possible. Depending on the nature of the issue, we determine whether it is more practical to commence an Action by way of a Statement of Claim, or an Application, by way of a notice of Application. Once the method of commencing the litigation is chosen, our lawyers assist with all steps from the drafting of pleadings to the conduct of trials or application hearings.
Common real estate issues
Breach of Real Estate Agreements
Disputes involving agreements of purchase and sale are among the most common forms of real estate litigation. These disputes may arise when a buyer refuses to close, a seller breaches contractual obligations, financing issues arise, or defects are discovered after the transaction.
Depending on the circumstances, legal remedies may include:
Damages for financial losses
Recovery of deposits
Specific performance compelling the transaction to proceed
Injunctive relief
Claims arising from misrepresentation or fraud
Our firm carefully reviews the transaction documents, communications, disclosure obligations, and surrounding circumstances to determine the strongest legal strategy.
Co-Ownership and Partition Disputes
Property disputes between family members, business partners, spouses, or investors can become highly contentious. Co-owners may disagree about:
Sale of the property
Contributions toward expenses
Occupation and possession rights
Renovation or maintenance costs
Distribution of sale proceeds
Beneficial ownership interests
We assist clients with partition and sale applications, trust claims, accounting issues, and disputes involving equitable ownership interests.
Fraud and Real Estate Misrepresentation Claims
Fraudulent conduct in real estate transactions can lead to significant financial losses. Misrepresentations regarding property condition, ownership, financing, title, or intended use may create legal liability.
We assist clients with claims involving:
Fraudulent misrepresentation
Negligent misrepresentation
Concealment of defects
Forged documents and fraudulent transfers
Mortgage fraud
Unjust enrichment
Civil conspiracy claims
Our litigation team takes a proactive approach to investigating and preserving evidence in fraud-related disputes.
The difference between us and other real estate litigation lawyers in Ontario
Why should you choose Lakhan Tram as your real estate litigation lawyer?
We have acted in matters involving private lenders, public lenders, private and corporate purchasers. This breadth and depth of experience has served our clients well whether they are advancing or defending against a claim involving a real estate transaction.
We have experience with applying the broad range of remedies available to individuals who find themselves in the middle of a real estate litigation. Our knowledge and experience allows us to provide certainty and predictability, where possible, while developing a strategy to address both identified and unforeseen challenges. We are trusted by brokers, lenders, purchasers and other law firms to address their complex real estate disputes.
Clients choose our firm because we provide:
Strategic litigation-focused representation
Practical and business-oriented advice
Strong courtroom advocacy
Detailed case preparation
Responsive communication
Efficient dispute resolution strategies
We understand the financial pressure and urgency often associated with property disputes. Our goal is to help clients resolve disputes efficiently while protecting their long-term interests.
Frequently Asked Questions About Real Estate Litigation
What should I do if the other party refuses to close a real estate transaction?
You should seek legal advice immediately. Important rights and remedies may depend on strict timelines, contractual obligations, and mitigation efforts.
Can I force the sale of jointly owned property?
In many circumstances, a co-owner may seek a court order for partition and sale of the property. However, each case depends on the specific facts and legal relationships involved.
What remedies are available in real estate litigation?
Potential remedies may include damages, specific performance, injunctions, declarations, accounting orders, trust remedies, and recovery of legal costs.
Speak With a Real Estate Litigation Lawyer
If you are involved in a property or real estate dispute, early legal advice can help protect your position and avoid costly mistakes.
Lakhan Tram LLP provides strategic representation in real estate and property litigation matters throughout Ontario.
Contact our office to schedule a consultation.
Our Complete Civil Litigation Practice Area
As a litigation-focused firm, we draw on deep experience across these areas to anticipate issues, identify leverage points, and position our clients effectively at every stage of the dispute.
We approach every matter with a clear objective: to resolve disputes efficiently where possible, and to advocate firmly in court where necessary, always with a focus on achieving practical, results-driven outcomes.
What can you expect from us?
Unparalleled Customer Service
Constant communication, updates and projected timelines with respect to the completion of your matter are hallmarks of our practice philosophy. We are frequently recommended by our former clients and peers and are known for our unparalleled customer service.
Transparent Fees
Invoices are routinely issued at set intervals and you are always kept abreast of any anticipated increases in costs relating to your matter. By ensuring that there are no surprises, you can be assured that your hard earned money is always well spent.
Results Oriented
We pride ourselves in working with you, early on, to develop a strategy that is aligned with your goals and objectives. We utilize our broad repertoire of tools to achieve those goals and have assisted countless clients in their pursuit of justice.
Meet Your Property Litigation Team
Helmed by litigators R. Sean Lakhan and Daniel Tram, Lakhan Tram LLP offers services to individuals, and families in Mississauga, Ontario and surrounding regions.
We are committed to providing sound advice and fearless advocacy for our clients who are experiencing some of the most difficult challenges in their lives.
The issues that arise upon the breakdown of a relationship or marriage can be extremely difficult and scary. We aim to take this fear out of the separation and divorce process, by ensuring our clients are informed, advised and supported.
We are Family Lawyer in Mississauga
Ravi Sean Lakhan
LLM Partner
Daniel Tram
LLB Partner
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