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MEET THE TEAMWe can advise on various types of commercial disputes including:
Mediation is a very successful alternative to court litigation in resolving disputes. It offers a forum in which an accredited mediator – who is of course also a neutral party – acts as a facilitator in order to help parties resolve their differences. This means that a suitable settlement can often be reached without the need for court proceedings to take place. Mediation then results in an enforceable contract being made, but only when all parties sign a written agreement.
Arbitration might also be an option for you. Arbitration can most easily be explained as an alternative to court proceedings, by which an independent arbitrator is appointed by either the parties involved in the dispute or a third party. Decisions on the merits of the dispute by an arbitrator are usually final and not subject to appeal, so it is therefore vital that you get the appropriate legal advice before entering into proceedings.
Resolving commercial disputes can be expensive and even with our effective legal team there are additional costs such as court fees, barristers and experts to factor in.
We can help you explore ways to reduce both the up front cost to you, and reduce the risk of having to pay legal costs to your opponent if you lose.
We created this guide to provide you with an overview of the litigation process in England & Wales. You will find a summary of the common stages a civil case goes through, whether your case is a personal one or commercial, and some of the options available to resolve a dispute.
Download our Guide to Litigation here.
The Commercial Disputes team is noted as being an experienced team with an established reputation on the South Coast. Acts for a range of regional and national clients in sectors as diverse as manufacturing, recruitment and financial services. Regularly called upon for its strength in shareholder and payment disputes with additional expertise in contentious insolvency matters.
Chris Holliss advises clients on shareholder and contractual disputes, as part of his wider litigation practice. A client describes him as “an excellent voice of reason” and commends his ability to “calm some very tense situations.” David Eminton is head of the firm’s dispute resolution practice. He focuses mainly on handling corporate litigation.
One client says “They have grasped the complex nature of my matter quickly and have been open to listening rather than dictating to me,” who also praises the firm’s “commitment and dedication to getting the matter resolved rather than dragging things out.”
Another source says “They have been professional, courteous and friendly and worked with great efficiency.”
Paris Smith LLP‘s commercial litigation practice has seen an upward trajectory of instructions related to shareholder and partnership disputes. The team has continued to grow, with the addition of Peter Ralls QC bolstering the earlier hire of warranty claims and complex contractual disputes specialist Helen Brown from Slater Heelis in 2019. Christopher Holliss continues to act heavily in the recruitment sector, a niche specialism for the firm.
A source comments “Friendly and approachable staff with a wealth of experience and excellent technical knowledge.‘
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