Property disputes in Pakistan include illegal possession (qabza), title and ownership claims, partition between co-owners and heirs, tenancy, and disputes with housing societies or developers. Remedies run through the civil courts, the rent tribunals and, for illegal dispossession, a criminal complaint under the Illegal Dispossession Act, 2005.
Who this is for
- Owners whose property has been occupied illegally
- Heirs who need inherited property partitioned
- Buyers whose seller or developer has not delivered
- Landlords and tenants in rent disputes, including overseas owners
How the property & real estate disputes process works
- 1
Title check
We examine the fard, registry, mutation and allotment documents to confirm the legal position.
- 2
Choose the remedy
We decide between a civil suit, an illegal dispossession complaint, a rent case or a complaint to the authority.
- 3
Urgent protection
We seek a stay order to stop sale, construction or further dispossession.
- 4
Litigation
We pursue the case through evidence and arguments.
- 5
Possession and records
We help recover possession and correct revenue or society records.
Documents you need
- ◆Registry, fard, mutation or allotment letter
- ◆Sale agreement and payment receipts
- ◆CDA or housing society correspondence
- ◆Your CNIC or NICOP
Timeline and fees
| Timeline | Stay orders and illegal dispossession complaints move fastest. Title and partition suits take longer, depending on the evidence and the court. |
|---|---|
| Fees | Quoted in writing after we review your documents. Court matters are quoted stage by stage (filing, evidence, arguments) so you know the cost of each step before it starts. |
| Governing law | Illegal Dispossession Act, 2005 · Transfer of Property Act, 1882 · Specific Relief Act, 1877 · Islamabad Rent Restriction Ordinance, 2001 |
Common property matters
- Illegal possession (qabza) and recovery of possession
- Title disputes and cancellation of fraudulent documents
- Partition between co-owners and heirs
- Specific performance of sale agreements
- Rent and eviction cases
- Disputes with housing societies and developers
Overseas owners
Property owned by Pakistanis abroad is often targeted. We act through power of attorney and keep you updated in your time zone.
Frequently asked questions
What can I do if someone illegally occupies my property?
You can file a complaint under the Illegal Dispossession Act, 2005 and a civil suit for possession. The right choice depends on the facts.
How is inherited property divided?
Through a partition by agreement or a suit for partition, according to each heir’s share under the applicable law of inheritance.
Can overseas Pakistanis pursue property cases without travelling?
Yes, usually through a special power of attorney signed at a Pakistan embassy or consulate.
