
Navigating sectional title disputes: Choosing between ombud and court
Dear Conviction I was wondering if you could advise me on a sectional title matter. I have a dispute in my complex, and I have heard that I can escalate it to the Community Schemes Ombud Service. However, I also read that the same dispute can be taken to court. My question is: how do I know if the dispute falls under the Ombud’s jurisdiction or if it should go to court? I am asking because I understand that the Ombud does not allow legal representation. Ashwini Singh provides the following in...