Litigation

Litigation is about resolving disputes in a way that best protects the client's interests. Sometimes that means court proceedings. Sometimes, though, it's best to negotiate, arbitrate, or spell out the parameters for an out-of-court settlement that can work to everyone's advantage. It all depends on the facts.

Once we know the facts we will advise you on how to secure the best outcome that can be achieved in the circumstances. We will tell you what the legal options are, and advise you on the risks, the cost, the timescale and, crucially, the prospects of success. Where an acceptable settlement can be reached without court involvement we will take the necessary steps to reach binding settlement on the best available terms. We can handle the negotiations on your behalf and take care of the correspondence so your rights are protected without any needless concessions and you case is in no way prejudiced if negotiations break down or the settlement is breached and proceedings later become necessary.

We know that when court proceedings are necessary this is always an emotional, as well as a legal and financial commitment. That's why we approach it as a team, aware that success in court is always a reflection of the preparations that come before the hearing. You know the facts and we know the law, and we need to bring those two together in a truthful, coherent and compelling manner. We will keep you informed of developments, stay watchful of the opposition, advise you on tactics, inform you what counsel has to say and do all that is needed to ensure that the preparations are thorough and the prospects of success maximised.

We also know that once a major case is over life is never the same again. There are new opportunities and challenges to meet, and we will advise on how to make the most of your new circumstances and, where possible, also give practical assistance to ensure our clients and their families can enjoy life to the full and achieve the goals that they have set for themselves. (see client support).

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