Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Dispute Resolution is a process used to settle a disagreement between parties using a method of alternative resolution or by going to court. Dispute resolution can be achieved in a number of ways, and will often involve negotiation between the parties with the aim of reaching a consensus and avoiding costly and lengthy court battles.

Our expert dispute resolution lawyers have years of knowledge and an excellent track record in:

Pre-Action Discussion

This is the first stage of dispute resolution, where the parties will seek resolution before proceedings commence. During pre-action discussions, the legal representatives of each party will enter into correspondence and negotiation with the other side in an attempt to resolve the conflict. We will work closely with you to set out the case and come to a solution at the earliest opportunity. 

Alternative Dispute Resolution

If the matter can’t be resolved through a pre-action discussion, alternative dispute resolution may be required to help parties find a solution before resorting to legal action. The main types of alternative dispute resolution are:

  • Mediation – a third party facilitating a resolution;
  • Arbitration – a third party deciding the dispute;
  • Early neutral evaluation – a third party giving an informed opinion on the dispute;
  • Adjudication – a process by which an independent adjudicator provides the parties with a decision that can resolve the dispute either permanently or on a temporary basis, pending subsequent court determination; and
  • Ombudsman schemes.

‍Litigation and Dispute Resolution

This will always be our last port of call, and our legal team has an excellent track record of resolving disputes quickly and cost-effectively before they reach the court. However, if alternative resolution methods have not been successful and litigation becomes necessary, our lawyers will be ready to fight your corner and achieve the best possible outcome for you.