Specialist in Real Estate Litigation Risk & Dispute Avoidance - Course Outline
📘 MODULE 1: Introduction to Real Estate Litigation
- ⚖️ Definition and scope of real estate litigation
- ❌ Common causes of disputes in Nigerian real estate
- 👥 Types of parties involved: developers, buyers, agents, government
- 💰 Cost, time, and reputational impact of litigation
📄 MODULE 2: Types of Real Estate Disputes
- 📜 Title and ownership disputes
- 📏 Boundary and survey conflicts
- ✍️ Breach of contract disputes
- 🏗️ Off-plan sales and misrepresentation disputes
- 🚪 Eviction and possession matters
- 🏛️ Regulatory enforcement and compliance cases
⚖️ MODULE 3: Legal Framework & Regulatory Context
- 📜 Land Use Act provisions
- ⚖️ Property, contract, and tort law principles
- 🏛️ Lagos State land administration laws
- 🛡️ Consumer protection and real estate regulations
- 🏢 Court and tribunal structures for property disputes
🔍 MODULE 4: Identifying Litigation Risk Early
- ⚠️ Red flags in transactions
- 🏗️ High-risk properties and deals
- 📄 Reviewing title, permits, and approvals
- ❌ Documentation gaps and inconsistent contracts
- 👥 Agent and developer reputational history
🛡️ MODULE 5: Dispute Prevention Strategies
- 🔍 Due diligence and title verification
- ✍️ Drafting clear contracts and clauses
- ✅ Disclosure and consent compliance
- 🛡️ Internal risk management policies
- 🤝 Early negotiation and settlement culture
📄 MODULE 6: Contractual Risk Mitigation
- ✍️ Incorporating dispute resolution clauses
- 🔐 Escrow arrangements
- ⚖️ Warranties, representations, and indemnities
- ❌ Limitation of liability clauses
- 📄 Standard form agreements vs bespoke contracts
🏗️ MODULE 7: Handling Off-Plan Sales & Pre-Delivery Risk
- 🛠️ Managing developer commitments
- ⏱️ Timelines and penalties
- 📜 Disclosure of approvals and building permits
- 💰 Refund and rectification clauses
- ⚖️ Regulatory and consumer compliance
⚖️ MODULE 8: Regulatory and Enforcement Risks
- 🏢 Lagos State building and planning enforcement
- 🚧 Demolition notices and stop-work orders
- 🛡️ Consumer protection interventions
- 📄 Reporting and compliance strategy
- 🤝 Interaction with government agencies
📝 MODULE 9: Dispute Resolution Options
- 🤝 Negotiation and settlement
- 🧾 Mediation and arbitration
- 🏛️ Court proceedings
- ⚖️ Alternative dispute resolution best practices
- ✅ Enforcement of judgments and awards
📚 MODULE 10: Practical Case Studies & Workshop
- 📄 Review of Lagos litigation cases
- ⚠️ High-risk transactions and preventative measures
- ✍️ Drafting risk-aware clauses
- 🔄 Mock negotiation and settlement session
🎓 MODULE 11: Professional Practice & Certification
- ⚖️ Advising clients on litigation risk
- 🛡️ Ethical obligations for lawyers and agents
- 📄 Documentation of risk assessments
- 🏅 Certification assessment
