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Commercial Litigation

Disputes are a fact of business life. They can range from minor day-to-day matters to significant problems that can threaten the very survival of your business. When these disputes enter the legal realm it's vital that expert advice is sought as quickly as possible to minimise the effect on your livelihood.

Although litigation is the process of taking a case through court, we recognise alternative means to settle disputes have to be considered before resorting to court proceedings. Our knowledge and experience will guide you through the entire process to reach the best possible outcome.

Wherever possible we will try to resolve your problems by negotiation – if this is not possible we may consider arbitration, mediation or Alternative Dispute Resolution. If all such attempts are unsuccessful then we will advise you on the merits and cost implications of issuing court proceedings. When court proceedings are inevitable, our knowledge of the process and procedures involved ensures the best result for our clients.

With a wealth of expertise in resolving disputes we always ensure our clients are fully and properly advised on the merits and the risks of pursuing or resisting claims. Our aim is to provide the timeliest and most cost effective service for our clients' needs.

Our Commercial Litigation team can advise on:

  • Contractual disputes
  • Lease renewal or rent reviews
  • Recovery of rent arrears / distraint
  • Recovery of premises / forfeiture
  • Section 146 Notices / dilapidations & disrepair claims / injunctions
  • Land disputes (including rights of way disputes, breach of covenant etc)
  • Removal of trespassers
  • Partnership / shareholder disputes
  • Land Registry adjudication proceedings
  • Debt collection
  • Professional negligence
  • Insolvency
  • Road transport

Call any member of the Commercial Litigation Team on 01785 603060 (Stafford), 01889 803080 (Rugeley) or email commerciallitigation@pb4law.com.