Property Litigation — Savannah, Georgia

Protecting your property rights in court.

Real property disputes can be among the most contentious and financially significant cases a person faces. Whether the issue is a boundary line, a defective title, a failed real estate transaction, or a landlord-tenant dispute, Chris Rouse litigates property cases in Georgia state and federal courts.

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What We Handle

Property disputes we litigate.

Boundary line and survey disputes
Easement and right-of-way disputes
Title defects and quiet title actions
Failed real estate transactions — breach of purchase agreement
Real estate fraud and misrepresentation
Encroachment and trespass claims
Adverse possession
Landlord-tenant disputes — commercial and residential
Partition actions (co-ownership disputes)
Nuisance claims affecting property use or value
Homeowner association disputes

Why Property Cases Require Litigation Experience

More than a title search.

Stakes Are High

Real property is typically one of the largest assets a person or business owns. Disputes involving ownership, encumbrances, or damage to property value require an attorney willing to take the position to trial if necessary.

Georgia Property Law Is Specific

Georgia has its own rules on adverse possession, easement creation, landlord-tenant rights, and the recording acts. Understanding how Georgia courts apply these rules is essential to building a winning argument.

Evidence and Experts

Many property cases turn on survey evidence, title history, and expert opinions on value or construction defects. Developing and presenting that evidence effectively requires litigation preparation from the outset — not just at trial.

Common Questions

What people ask.

My neighbor built a fence on my property. What are my options?

A boundary encroachment can be addressed through negotiation, a formal survey establishing the correct line, and if necessary a court action for ejectment or trespass. In Georgia, a licensed surveyor's plat is typically the starting point — and from there, litigation is straightforward if the neighbor refuses to remove the encroachment. Time matters; contact us before the situation escalates.

The seller of my property failed to disclose a known defect. Do I have a claim?

Potentially yes. Georgia requires sellers of residential property to disclose known material defects. A seller who knowingly conceals a defect or makes a false statement about the condition of the property may be liable for fraud, misrepresentation, or breach of contract. We evaluate these cases on a fact-specific basis — call us to discuss.

I co-own property with someone who won't agree to sell. What can I do?

A partition action allows a co-owner to force a sale or physical division of jointly owned property through the courts. Georgia courts generally have authority to order a partition by sale when a physical division isn't practical. We handle partition actions for co-owners who are at an impasse.

How long does a property dispute typically take to resolve?

It varies significantly by complexity. Straightforward boundary disputes with clear survey evidence can resolve in months. Title disputes involving multiple parties or complex chains of title may take longer. Many property cases settle before trial once formal discovery establishes the facts clearly. We give you a realistic timeline at the initial consultation.