Dispute Resolution

We understand the disruption and uncertainty, which unresolved disputes can cause. As a full-service firm, we offer a broad range of expertise to resolve disputes relating to all aspects of private or commercial disputes.

We provide an efficient, solution-focused service to match our clients’ litigation needs.

Every dispute is different and from the outset we assess the most efficient method of reaching a solution, outside of court where possible and in court where necessary. We frequently work with alternative dispute resolution methods that may also provide quick, effective and confidential solutions such as:

  • Mediation
  • Arbitration.
  • Early Neutral Evaluation.
  • Expert Determination.

We also have trained mediators and arbitrators who may be able to work as neutral third parties in a dispute to try and resolve matters without involving the court process.

Our experience covers work in the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, High Court and the lower courts, as well as Alternative Dispute Resolution procedures.

  • Professional Negligence Disputes

    If the service that you have received from your Advocates Surveyor, Accountant, Architect, Dentist or other professional fell below an acceptable level of competence, and that has caused you loss, then we may be able to help you.

    We have considerable experience of handling professional negligence claims and can guide you through the process, whether that involves resolving the dispute at a pre-action stage or taking your case to the Courts.

    We offer a personal service which takes account of your concerns.

  • Property Disputes

    We have extensive expertise and experience in acting for a wide range of clients including individuals, businesses, banks and other institutions, Trustees and charities and landowners.

    Our dispute resolution team regularly advises on disputes in this area, including:

    • Disputes over construction & engineering projects
    • Lease renewal, extensions and rent reviews
    • Boundary and other neighbour disputes
    • Service charge disputes
    • Possession claims (commercial and residential)
    • Issues over restrictive covenants
    • Disputes over dilapidations
    • Claims over rent arrears or other breaches of covenant
    • Claims for adverse possession

    Our experience encompasses claims in all levels of Court, including regularly appearing before the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

    As always, we aim to provide a rapid and cost-effective solution to the problem. Often this will involve Alternative Dispute Resolution either by negotiation or Mediation. Where however there is a need to litigate, we are resolute in our determination to pursue the best possible outcome for our clients.

  • Commercial Disputes

    We are experienced in dealing with commercial disputes efficiently and cost effectively.

    We understand the disruption and uncertainty which unresolved disputes can cause to businesses, their management, reputations and external relationships. As a full service firm we offer a broad range of expertise to resolve disputes relating to all aspects of running a business.

    We regularly deal with:

    • Cross-border and multi-party disputes.
    • Corporate, Joint Venture and Shareholder disputes
    • Partnership disputes
    • Civil fraud, asset tracing and recovery
    • Debt collection and enforcement
    • Group actions
    • Manufacturing, retail and distribution
    • Media and defamation
    • Entertainment & sport
    • Travel and leisure
    • Food and beverage
    • Insurance and reinsurance
    • International trade and commodities
    • Chemical and pharmaceutical
    • IT and telecoms
    • Aviation and defence
    • Transport
    • Automotive

    We always seek to resolve disputes by the means most advantageous to our client whether this proves to be negotiation, arbitration or mediation.

    Failing successful resolution, we are tenacious in pursuing our clients’ interests through the Courts, and in appropriate circumstances, we can consider alternative funding arrangements.

  • Intellectual Property Disputes

    We offer a wide range of dispute resolution services in relation to the protection and enforcement of intellectual property and related rights including:

    • Brand protection and anti-counterfeiting
    • Trademark infringement and passing off.
    • Oppositions and cancellations.
    • Domain name and dispute resolution.
    • Copyright.
    • Design rights.
    • Image rights.
    • Merchandising and product endorsement.
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