Commercial/Business Litigation

BUSINESS LITIGATION LAWYERS ISLINGTON

Commercial and business litigation involves resolving disputes arising in the corporate and commercial sectors, such as venture capital and asset projects, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions and supply of goods and services.

Basics of commercial and business litigation

All businesses will at some stage in their existence be involved in disputes.  The most common ways of dealing with disputes is through litigation or mediation.

In some cases court action may not be appropriate to resolve your dispute. This could be in instances where you want to retain good relations with your clients but still want an issue resolved. This is where mediation can provide a good compromise.

There are a range of approaches within the mediation title such as alternative dispute resolution and arbitration. These methods of approach are ones we strive to achieve in order to avoid the costly outcomes of litigation.

Mediation involves bringing both parties together with an impartial mediator helping the parties reach a solution acceptable to both of them. The mediator’s aims is to ask questions to help discover the underlying issues, assist parties to understand the others issues and help search for available options to settle the dispute.

The overall aim is not to prove who is right or wrong but to restore and maintain the business relationship wherever possible.

Once an agreement has been reached after mediation Islington solicitors can assit in drawing up a legally binding agreement detailing the settlement.

If mediation does not work , or is not started because it is not suitable then Islington solicitors can assist with the formal litigation procedure.

Why use us?

Islington solicitors are well equipped to deal with large and complex disputes ranging from the threatening of a business’s survival to simple day to day issues. We always keep a commercial focus on the issues of the case and aim to resolve proceedings as quickly as possible in the most cost-effective way. Our lawyers approach every dispute with a commercial mind and in a consistently pro-active manner keeping you advised every step of the way.

Islington business and commercial litigation solicitors can assist you with the following problems and disputes:

  • Contract disputes
  • Landlord and tenant issues
  • Recovery of debts
  • Construction problems
  • Shareholder disputes
  • Employment concerns

If you require further assistance then please contact us for a no obligation chat.

FAQs about:
Commercial/Business Litigation

Commercial Litigation FAQs – Islington litigation solicitors

What does ADR stand for ?

ADR stands for Alternate Dispute Resolution.  It includes both arbitration and mediation.  ADR is used for a number of reasons, including:

  • Low cost when compared to the courts

  • A lot quicker when compared to the courts

  • Sensitive issues  and information can be kept out of the public eye

  • The parties may be able to retain an amicable relationship

What is mediation ?

Mediation is a form of Alternate Dispute Resolution.  The purpose of mediation is to find common ground between the parties and negotiate a settlement in an informal setting (compared to the courts).  A mediator is a person who is charged with the task of finding common ground between the parties so that a settlement may be reached.  A mediator is likely to have experience in a particular field relevant to the dispute at hand.

What does “without prejudice” mean in the context of commercial litigation ?

If you enter into negotiations with another party (say, mediation), to enter into those negotiations “without prejudice” means what happens during those negotiations will not affect any courts the case is subsequently heard at should the negotiations fail to bring about a settlement.

What is arbitration ?

Arbitration is a form of Alternate Dispute Resolution.  Arbitration is similar to a traditional court setting in the sense that an arbitrator (a neutral third party, perhaps with experience of the kind of dispute at hand) is charged with the task of coming to a decision on a dispute and decide in favour of one of the parties.

What is an expert witness ?

An expert witness is a professional with expert knowledge in a particular field.  In a medical negligence case, for example, a doctor may be charged by the court to give evidence to state whether a particular course of action taken by the defendant doctor was the right one.  Expert witnesses also have a role to play in the context of commercial disputes.  An accountant, for example, may be called upon to give their opinion on a certain financial issue in a dispute.

What is a Conditional Fee Agreement ?

Conditional Fee Agreements are commonly referred to as “no win no fee agreements”.  CFAs specify that in the event the case is lost, you will not have to pay for your own legal fees.  However, you should bear in mind that even though you will not have to pay your own fees, you may have to pay the other side's fees if the case goes to trial.  An insurance premium can be taken out to cover for this eventuality.  In addition, many types of insurance including car insurance and homes and contents insurance cover for these eventualities, although you should double check with your provider to make sure you have cover.

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