Dispute Resolution
Our aim is to avoid formal litigation where appropriate and we will work with you to take the uncertainty out of litigation to deliver a swift, successful and cost effective solution. We will guide you through your dispute with a team of lawyers selected for the specific requirements of your case – solicitors who work closely with other specialists within the firm to ensure strong, sound advice is given.
Litigating disputes through the courts is a useful and necessary tactic in the armoury of any business. Experience has shown, however, that in addition to issuing and defending proceedings in court, cost-effective solutions that satisfy your commercial goals are sometimes best achieved by other means.
We are experienced in a variety of alternative dispute resolution techniques – including complaint procedures, negotiation, ombudsman services, mediation and arbitration. If an early settlement is not possible and litigation is unavoidable, we will manage your financial, commercial and reputational risks in a supportive manner.
Our team of experienced lawyers will fight your corner hard, but at the same time imaginatively seek opportunities for cost effective outcomes, and give you realistic advice on your prospects of success that is compatible with your own commercial goals.
We handle all types of commercial disputes including: -
- Breach of contract
- Breach of warranty
- Director and shareholder disputes
- Partnership disputes
- Injunctions
- Breach of fiduciary duty claims
- Professional negligence
- Civil claims arising from fraud
- Intellectual Property disputes
- Defamation claims
- Judicial review
In addition to day to day commercial disputes, we have teams with sector specific knowledge in:
- Property and Construction
- Financial Services disputes
- Banking disputes
- Insurance claims
- Pensions litigation
- Commercial Equipment Leasing
- Debt and money claims
- Privy Council claims
The most recent editions of the independent directories Chambers and Legal 500 comment on the team and its lawyers as follows:
The firm: A huge regional player... Recent work highlights include advising an animal charity on alleged negligent financial advice and representing a London media company. David Turner arrived in September 2007, to head the commercial litigation team. He brought with him some major clients, including a national network of independent financial advisers, and observers predict a busy future for the firm. Chambers 2009
The lawyers: David Turner is a favourite with clients because "we never feel like we are just another client and are consistently impressed at how efficient, thorough and direct he is". Chambers 2010
The "very good" Foot Anstey team is led by David Turner, the " highly effective" Robin Brown and Toby Claridge . The team has strengthened its offering in commercial disputes, particularly banking and financial services cases. Legal 500
For initial advice, please contact:
- David Turner on 01392 685219
- Julian Trahair 01752 675554
- Toby Claridge on 01872 243333
