Beneficial Interest

Find out if you have an interest in a property that you don’t own, and get that interest legally recognised

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Have you paid towards the deposit, mortgage or refurbishments of a property even though you didn’t formally own it? Even if you weren’t on the deeds or mortgage formally? You might think you have no claim to the property.

That is not the case - you potentially do have a claim and it is important that if you do, your rights and interests legally recognised. Our team of property litigation solicitors are well-equipped to represent you, and will work hard to get your rights recognised.

We know that people go through different challenges in life, and recognising your beneficial interest is no different. Clients come to us when their relationships have broken down, or their partner has sadly passed away without a will, or there is a dispute about inheritance.

At Leka Solicitors we regularly advise clients on the options available to them, even when they think getting their beneficial interest in a property legally recognised might be very hard or even impossible. Our expertise in this niche area of the law means we are well placed to help you, as we have helped people all over the UK.

Key Services

  • Exploring your case and ascertaining whether you have a claim

  • Help you collate the necessary evidence to present your case as persuasively as possible

  • Litigation with other parties on your behalf

  • Drafting letters and applications to other parties or the court on your behalf

  • Representing you at court to have your interests legally recognised

  • Making applications to have you recognised as an interested party in existing proceedings

  • Making applications to halt potential sales until your interest is recognised

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Sashi Pararajasingam - Founding Partner

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  • Sashi assisted me during a very hard time and alleviated any additional stresses. She was kind and caring and kept me up to date with all legal matters. I cannot thank her enough.

    Alfred, Client

  • Sashi is very proactive and swiftly took action and assisted me. She is great and I would recommend her to anyone facing home repossession.

    Roxanne, Client

  • They have worked hard from the very beginning - and we’re happy we solicited Sashi. Sashi is outstanding and professional, and facing repossession was really difficult, Sashi was very helpful and acted fast, we won the case.

    Byron, Client

  • Sashi helped me and made me feel at ease and knew how to help. She took my many calls, each time taking care to listen and calm me. Sashi has guided me and reassured me along the way, we went to court and successfully won the case.

    Caroline, Client

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  • A beneficial interest is a legal interest in a property that gives someone rights to the property or its value, even if they are not registered as the legal owner. It can arise in situations involving financial contributions, shared ownership arrangements or other circumstances.

  • Yes, potentially. If you have contributed towards the deposit, mortgage, renovations or other property costs, you may have a claim to a beneficial interest. The circumstances and evidence will need to be carefully considered.

  • Evidence may include bank statements, mortgage payments, deposit contributions, renovation invoices, written agreements, messages and other documents showing your financial contribution or understanding about ownership.

  • Potentially. Where a relationship has broken down and there is a dispute over property ownership or contributions, you may be able to make a claim for a beneficial interest depending on the circumstances.

  • A beneficial interest may arise in certain circumstances following the death of a property owner, particularly where there is a dispute involving contributions, ownership or inheritance. The specific facts and available evidence will need to be reviewed.

  • If the other party disputes your claim, legal proceedings may be necessary. A solicitor can assess the evidence, communicate with the other party and, where appropriate, represent you in court.

  • In some circumstances, an application may be made to protect an alleged beneficial interest or seek to prevent a sale while the dispute is considered. The appropriate legal option depends on the circumstances of the case.

  • You should keep evidence of financial contributions and communications relating to the property, including bank statements, mortgage payments, deposit records, renovation costs, agreements and relevant messages or emails.

  • Yes. Leka Solicitors advises on beneficial interest matters, including assessing potential claims, gathering evidence, corresponding with other parties, making applications and representing clients in litigation and court proceedings.

  • A solicitor can review your circumstances, financial contributions, documents and other evidence to assess whether you may have a beneficial interest and advise you on the available options.