Defending A Claim For Specific Performance

There are many instances when you might need to defend a claim for specific performance. One such instance is if you are a the owner of land and the purchaser has filed proceedings seeking to force the transfer of property. 

There are a number of defences available to a suit for specific performance including:-

  • impossibility of performance;
  • disentitling conduct;
  • etc. 

To find out what, if any, grounds you can rely upon to oppose a claim for specific performance book a conference with us so we can discuss your options. 

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