Materials comprised of a Paper and PowerPoint Handout.
Event Date:
21 July 2026
Presenters:
Michael Morrison Barrister, Bankside Chambers
Synopsis:
Caveats are a key feature of property and litigation practice, and continue to generate significant disputes. This paper provides a practical overview of the core issues, including the nature of caveats, the types of interests that support them, and the processes for lodging, sustaining, or removing them.
This paper will also highlight recent developments and key considerations for practitioners.
These Materials will help you:
Understand the purpose and effect of caveats
Identify interests that support (or do not support) a caveat
Navigate applications to sustain or remove a caveat
Recognise key risks, including compensation claims
Be aware of recent developments and their practical impact
Intended Audience:
This paper is ideal for property lawyers, litigators, and in-house counsel.
