Easement & Boundary Disputes

Protecting Property Lines with an Experienced Easement Dispute Attorney in California

Easement & Boundary Disputes

Every year, landowners across Orange County discover that a fence sits two feet over the line or that a neighbor now claims a prescriptive easement across the driveway. When that happens, you need an easement dispute attorney California courts respect—someone who can untangle old deeds, recent surveys, and fast-moving development pressures in places like Irvine, Newport Beach, and Santa Ana. We investigate real estate disputes, negotiate, and, when needed, litigate to secure your property rights before construction delays or lost resale value pile up.

Navigating Easement and Boundary Disputes

Our team begins with a title search and site inspection, then frames options that fit your timeline and budget. Sometimes a quiet-title lawsuit is the only fix; other times, a well-drafted license keeps the peace. Whatever the path, we stay laser-focused on outcomes that let individuals and organizations build, sell, and enjoy without constant conflict.

Surveys, Mapping & ALTA Standards
Statutory Backdrop

Accurate surveys are the backbone of a winning case. We work with ALTA-certified surveyors who use drones and GPS to mark every inch—vital in hillside enclaves and dense coastal lots. An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey not only shows visible encroachments but also underground easements that utility companies recorded decades ago. By overlaying new data on historic tract maps, we pinpoint where your ownership ends and a neighbor’s rights begin, arming the court (or the negotiating table) with indisputable evidence.

Under Code of Civil Procedure §760.010, a quiet-title action can resolve “any adverse claim” against real property. We leverage this statute to clear clouds on title and to enjoin construction that trespasses beyond recorded boundaries. Because coastal counties often impose strict setback rules, quick filing preserves your right to stop an illegal encroachment before concrete is poured.

85%

of owners with legal counsel secure favorable settlements.

3x

Clients represented by an attorney recover up to three times more than those who go it alone.

Insurance companies are more likely to negotiate fairly—and quickly—when you're backed by experienced counsel.

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These aren't just statistics, it reflect the power of working with someone who knows the system and how to protect your interests.

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FAQs

  • What is a prescriptive easement?

    An easement acquired through open, notorious, and continuous use for five years that can grant a neighbor limited use of your land.

  • How do I remove an encroaching fence?

    First, verify the boundary via survey; then demand removal or file a quiet-title and trespass action.

  • Does title insurance cover boundary disputes?

    Some policies exclude survey issues; we review your coverage and press carriers to honor valid claims.

  • Arbitration vs. litigation—which is faster?

    Arbitration can resolve in months, but only if both parties agree; otherwise, court timelines apply.


  • Can I get an injunction to stop construction?

    Yes. Courts will issue a preliminary injunction when ongoing work threatens irreparable harm to your property. Contact us to see if your case is a good candidate for this.

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Whether you’re safeguarding a Newport Beach view corridor, correcting a lot line in Irvine, or untangling acreage outside Santa Ana, we’re ready to act. Call today for a focused strategy session.