Early case assessment
We build a timeline from your account and the documents available, identify the issues in disagreement and flag deadlines that need prompt attention.
Dispute resolution
What this practice covers
A dispute may begin with an unpaid invoice, a broken agreement, a disagreement between owners or a contested property arrangement. The first task is to establish what happened, what the documents show and what outcome you are seeking. Urgent notices and procedural deadlines need to be identified at the outset.
The appropriate route may involve negotiation, mediation, arbitration or court proceedings. We discuss the agreement, the available evidence and the practical implications of each route before agreeing a strategy. Preparation can include a chronology, a document bundle, an assessment of the issues and proposed settlement terms. Representation is agreed separately and depends on the matter and the relevant forum.
Services
All servicesThe services below explain the work we can discuss with you. We confirm the documents, responsibilities and scope before an engagement begins.
Civil and commercial litigation
Where representation is agreed, the work may include preparing the relevant documents, reviewing evidence and coordinating procedural steps.
Mediation and settlement
We help identify the interests and issues that could be addressed through discussion.
Arbitration support
We review the agreement and the dispute-resolution clause, identify the questions raised and assist with preparation for the agreed process.
How we work with you
- 01
Prepare a short timeline, the names of the parties and any urgent deadline. After initial checks, we may ask for the agreement, correspondence and records relating to the disagreement.
- 02
We review your initial request, complete conflict checks and confirm whether the matter is suitable for our team. Before substantive work begins, we agree the scope, fees, responsibilities and a method for sharing documents.
- 03
We first understand the timeline, parties and any deadline. After initial checks, we assess the relevant documents and discuss possible resolution routes, costs and risks. Any representation and communication with other parties is agreed before work proceeds.
- 04
We provide the advice or documents agreed in the engagement, explain the key points and discuss any remaining questions. Where the matter continues, we agree the next actions and how you will receive updates.
The scope of any advice depends on your specific circumstances and the terms agreed with the firm.
Related expertise.
All practice areas01
Corporate & commercial
Sound foundations. Clear commercial decisions.
- Company formation and governance
- Commercial contracts and negotiation
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Investment & cross-border
Local understanding for international ambitions.
- Investment structure review
- Regulatory application support
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Employment & workplace
Clarity for people and organisations.
- Employment agreements
- Workplace policies