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Property Disputes
Resolving real estate conflicts in China—title and registration issues, construction quality claims, co-ownership, and lease-related disputes.
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What property disputes cover
When land and buildings become litigation
Ownership conflicts
Registration discrepancies, co-ownership, and transfer defects.
Construction claims
Quality, delay, payment, and warranty disputes on projects.
Lease & occupation
Eviction, rent, and restoration conflicts.
Boundary & nuisance
Adjacent rights and interference themes.
Start with these guides
Flagship explainers and practical orientation
China real property law
Buying, leasing, and development orientation.
Open guide →ParentReal property hub
Full real property keyword centre.
Open →RelatedCommercial leasing
Lease conflicts often start in the contract.
Open →RelatedReal estate development
Project disputes and developer interfaces.
Open →ForumCivil litigation
Court process for property claims.
Open →DisputesDispute resolution law
Litigation and arbitration overview.
Open →Property dispute readiness
Registration records are exhibit one
- Pull official title extracts early Brochure claims are not evidence.
- Preserve contracts, payments, and photos Construction and fit-out proof ages poorly.
- Check limitation periods Property claims can time-bar.
- Consider interim occupation strategies Who holds keys can decide leverage.
- Map related company parties SPVs and guarantors matter for recovery.
- Evaluate settlement vs project delay cost Time is often the largest damage item.
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Frequently asked questions
Orientation only—not legal advice
Is the land registry always decisive?
Registration is powerful evidence, but fraud, errors, and competing rights can still generate disputes.
Can foreigners litigate property claims in China?
Often yes when jurisdictional conditions are met; formalities for foreign parties apply.
Arbitration or court for construction disputes?
Many construction contracts choose arbitration—check the clause before filing.
When do we need a property dispute lawyer?
Title clouds, construction non-payment, or eviction risk. Use the property disputes directory.
In a China property dispute?
Connect with verified real property lawyers or start with the national property guide.
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