Experienced Seattle Real Estate Attorneys
Handling Boundary Disputes and Adverse Possession

Property line or boundary disputes are common. Over time, property lines become distorted; people build fences, put up buildings, and even build driveways and roads. At Satterberg, Healy & Eeckhoudt, in Seattle, Washington, our attorneys have significant experience handling boundary disputes and adverse possession claims.

What is Adverse Possession?

Adverse possession allows one party in possession of land owned by someone else to gain title to that land by using it openly and continuously for a certain period of time. To bring an adverse possession claim the trespasser must demonstrate several elements:

• they were occupying the property exclusively
• they were using the land openly
• the property owner took no action to remove the trespasser

Boundary line disputes can result for a variety reasons; a person can intentionally use land that does not belong to them or an inaccurate land survey may be performed. Regardless of the cause of the dispute, we have significant experience handling boundary line disputes. In cases involving adverse claims, we always seek to obtain a quiet title to ensure our clients’ future property rights.

In many situations, people believe that the land in dispute must belong to one party or another. This would involve claims of adverse possession. Short of an adverse possession claim, we can help prosecute and defend prescriptive easements that provide the legal right to use someone else's property, without transferring the actual ownership of the property. We strive to quickly and cost-effectively resolve boundary disputes.

Contact our Seattle, Washington, Attorneys

For a free initial consultation with a Seattle attorneys experienced at handling boundary disputes, call Satterberg, Healy & Eeckhoudt at (206) 763-1510 or contact us online.