Adverse possession lawyer in São Paulo
We turn years of possession into a registered title — adverse possession (usucapião), judicial or at a notary office, from gathering evidence to registration. In person on Av. Paulista or remotely, anywhere in Brazil.
5,0 · 18 Google reviewsAdverse possession (usucapião) lets you acquire ownership of a property through prolonged, continuous and unopposed possession. Where there is no dispute, it can be recognised directly at a notary office (art. 216-A, Law 6.015/1973), with no lawsuit. We handle both routes — and the paperwork that usually stalls the request.
When adverse possession solves it.
- Property without a deedYou bought via a "gaveta" contract, the seller vanished and the property was never put in your name.
- Long possession, no titleYou have used the property for years, pay property tax and made improvements, but are not the registered owner.
- Stuck inheritanceYou received the property from the family, but the title is still in a long-deceased owner’s name.
- Extrajudicial routeThere is consensus and documentation — it can be recognised at a notary office, without a lawsuit.
- Judicial routeThere is disagreement, a neighbour who will not sign or missing documents — we run the lawsuit to judgment.
- Specific typesExtraordinary, ordinary, special urban, rural and family — we identify the one that fits your case.
Find out if you have a right.
Adverse Possession Check
In 2 minutes our check indicates whether you may be entitled to adverse possession and which type applies — no obligation.
Check my rightHow it works.
- Possession analysisWe assess the time, nature and evidence of possession and define the type and route (notary or court).
- Documents and notarial deedWe gather certificates, survey and the notarial deed proving possession.
- Neighbours and filingWe obtain the neighbours’ consent and file at the notary office or in court.
- RegistrationWe follow through until ownership is recognised and registered in your name.
What clients say on Google.
“From the very start I was looked after exceptionally. The team is attentive and explains every step.”
Amanda M. · Google“Excellent, highly qualified professionals. I highlight the professionalism, the service and the honesty.”
Rita G. · Google“Very polite, patient, always with precise, accurate answers. I recommend them with no reservations!”
Thais T. · GoogleReal client reviews published on Google.
Who leads this area.
Partner in charge of real estate and probate matters (OAB/SP 428.777). Postgraduate in Real Estate Law (PUC/SP) and Succession Law (PUC-Campinas). Notário Luiz Gama Medal (Santo André City Council). Fluent in English.
Meet Letícia MarquesCommon questions.
How long must I have possessed to qualify?
It depends on the type: from 2 years (family) to 15 years (extraordinary), reduced to 5 or 10 with residence, improvements or just title. We assess your case and indicate the applicable type.
Can it be done at a notary office, without a lawsuit?
Yes. Since 2015, where there is no conflict and the documents are complete, extrajudicial adverse possession runs at the property registry with a notarial deed and the neighbours’ consent — usually faster than court.
I bought via a "gaveta" contract. Does this help?
Often, yes. Without registration you are not the legal owner (art. 1.245, Civil Code). Adverse possession is one route; in other cases specific performance or a deed and registration apply. We assess which fits.
Do you serve clients outside São Paulo?
Yes — remotely, across Brazil. The proceeding runs where the property is located, and we handle it at a distance, keeping you informed.
How long have you held the property?
Run the free check or talk now with the partner in charge. We reply within one business day.