Squatter Eviction - Trespass Bailiff Eviction

Recovering possession of property from squatters can be a stressful experience for property owners. The Landlord Group assists landlords and property owners through the legal process of lawfully regaining possession of their property.

In many cases, once a court order for possession has been obtained, the unlawful occupiers will vacate the property in accordance with the order.

However, some squatters choose to ignore the court order and remain in occupation of the property or land. In these circumstances, further legal action is required to enforce the order and secure the return of the property.

Trespass and squatter cases are generally treated as civil matters, meaning the police will not normally remove unlawful occupiers simply because they are present on the property.

Property owners are often surprised to discover that, even where a court order has been obtained, the police may be unable or unwilling to intervene directly, leaving enforcement of the order to the civil courts.

When squatters or trespassers ignore a court order requiring them to leave, the situation can quickly become confrontational and potentially dangerous for the property owner.

For this reason, the safest and most effective course of action is to instruct court bailiffs to attend the property and enforce the possession order.

This ensures that the property or land is recovered lawfully, professionally and without placing the owner at unnecessary risk.