Commercial litigation

Few things are more stressful and frustrating than being brought into a commercial dispute and facing litigation. To protect your peace of mind and commercial reputation, it is essential to contact me as soon as you become aware of a commercial dispute developing.

With over 20 years’ experience as a Commercial Litigation Barrister, I can create a strategic, robust strategy that will achieve positive results without going to Court unless absolutely necessary.

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My advice is always risk-based and focused on commercial reality. You can trust that I will protect your business reputation and act firmly, aiming to resolve matters as swiftly and cost-effectively as possible.

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The quicker you deal with a commercial dispute the greater your chances of resolving it swiftly and cheaply. Do not wait a moment to contact me. My priority will be to develop an understanding of your business and the market culture in which it operates. You can be confident I will always be one step ahead of the other side’s legal team. You can also trust that I will engage swiftly in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods such as negotiation, mediation, and arbitration and explore every avenue before filing a claim in court. I will focus on taking care of the dispute so you can concentrate on running and growing your business.

I can advise and represent you in the following commercial litigation matters:

  • Contract disputes
  • Shareholder disputes
  • Insolvency disputes
  • IP disputes
  • Construction disputes
  • Directors disputes
  • Partnership disputes
  • Joint venture disputes
  • International trade disputes
  • Finance and banking disputes
  • Insurance disputes
  • Competition law
  • Challenging and enforcing arbitration awards

Commercial Litigation FAQs

What is alternative dispute resolution?

ADR is a catch-all phrase that covers dispute resolution methods that do not involve going to court. ADR is highly encouraged by the judicial system and it provides a cheaper, quicker, and, in many cases, fairer approach to commercial dispute resolution. In addition, unlike going to court, the details of the dispute and any settlement will be kept confidential.

ADR includes mediation, arbitration, negotiation, executive tribunal (mini-trial), adjudication
(construction disputes), early neutral evaluation, and expert determination.

I have extensive experience in all ADR routes and will provide practical, commercially-astute advice on the best method to resolve your dispute.

What is litigation funding?

If you have a claim and going to court proves inevitable, litigation funding provides a way to pay your legal costs. Litigation funding is where a third party with no connection to the case agrees to fund the cost of the litigation in return for a percentage of the damages awarded if the claim is successful. The advantage of litigation funding is it allows you to fund a viable claim without negatively impacting your business’s cashflow or balance sheet.

I have relationships with various litigation funders and can provide detailed advice on the advantages and disadvantages of using a funder and taking out After The Event (ATE) insurance to protect you from an adverse costs order.

What is the best way to resolve a cross-border commercial dispute?

If your commercial dispute involves an international project or venture/partnership, arbitration is one of the best resolution methods. This is because, thanks to various international agreements including The Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards, also known as the ‘New York Arbitration Convention’ or the ‘New York Convention’, arbitration awards can be enforced in any country that is a signatory. Arbitration proceedings are also confidential, and parties can choose an Arbitrator with experience in their industry or market sector.

Don’t wait for a commercial dispute to get out of hand. For expert legal advice and representation, contact me immediately. You can be confident that I will work quickly and effectively to reach a cost-effective resolution so you can move forward and grow your organisation.

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  • 1TELL ME ABOUT YOUR SITUATON

    Send me details of your case, including dates of any future hearings and previous court orders. I will assess your papers and review your situation.

    STEP 1 -min
  • 2MEETING ME IN CONFERENCE

    I will discuss your case in conference (in-person or video) and I will outline who & what action plans need to be put in place.

    STEP 3-min
  • 3CASE WORK

    This is where I start to work my experience and knowledge. Relevant drafting, lodging skeleton arguments and attending court. I will also liaise with the other side and enter into negotiations where appropriate.

    STEP 2

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