Dispute Resolution

In a sector shaped by evolving technology and increasing regulatory oversight, we help clients navigate a wide range of complex and high-value disputes. Our team has deep expertise in handling operational losses, inter-bank disputes, professional negligence claims, payment issues, misappropriation, breach of guarantee and recoveries and enforcement. We combine strategic insight with a practical, human approach, enabling clients to manage risk in high-pressure situations where reputation is at stake.

Our specialist fraud team is dedicated to assisting our clients prevent, investigate and resolve any potentially fraudulent activity. Whether providing guidance at an early stage relating to suspicions and investigation of fraud or supporting clients throughout the litigation process, we offer strategic and pragmatic advice to reach effective resolutions and protect our clients’ interests when they need us most.

Our team has a proven track record of successfully representing clients across a broad spectrum of high-stakes commercial disputes. From non-payment and misrepresentation to termination and performance issues, we offer tailored, sector-specific solutions designed to protect our clients’ business interests and achieve the best possible outcomes, allowing them to focus on their long-term success.

The reputation of a business can take years to nurture but only minutes to destroy. That is why working with lawyers you can trust is key.

Whether we are supporting clients in mitigating the risk that damage may occur or minimising the impact if it does, our team has extensive experience in managing reputational risks both before and after they arise. We act swiftly to reach pragmatic, commercial solutions with our clients’ business interests at the forefront of our approach.

We have extensive experience in financial services investigations and enforcement, advising banks, regulated firms, corporates and senior individuals on issues such as market abuse, money laundering and corporate governance. When a potential regulatory breach arises, our team provides clear, practical advice, focusing on mitigating legal, reputational and litigation risks, while ensuring clients are fully supported through each stage of the regulatory process.

Our arbitration team acts as a trusted advisor for clients in assisting them with resolving complex national and international disputes. Drawing on our team’s significant experience and expertise, focusing on our clients’ business needs and concerns, we deliver tailored, strategic guidance throughout the arbitration process, from providing initial advice to enforcing a final award.

As the challenges of protecting business operations continue to evolve, we support clients in handling a diverse range of IT and tech disputes, including cybersecurity issues. From data breaches to network disruptions, SLA breaches to ransomware, insider threats to vendor conflicts, our experts deliver effective, forward-thinking solutions to safeguard reputation, minimise exposure and help clients recover swiftly from cyber incidents or disruptions to their digital infrastructure.

Given the high-stakes and complex nature of pensions disputes, our team draws on their strong sector expertise to enable our clients to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape and industry standards. We remain focused on reaching pragmatic, commercial solutions by providing guidance and support with a human approach when clients need it most.

When the advice of professionals falls below the standards our clients expect, our in-depth understanding of the regulatory landscape enables us to provide innovative solutions tailored to our clients’ interests, allowing them to reach an effective outcome and focus on their long-term business needs.

Shareholder and corporate disputes can disrupt business and carry serious financial and reputational consequences. With expert knowledge across a variety of issues, including director disputes, minority shareholder disputes, derivative actions and shareholder activism, we focus on achieving efficient resolutions by mitigating risk, avoiding unnecessary litigation, and protecting business relationships.

Navigating the complexities of insolvency disputes requires both technical expertise and a clear strategic approach. Drawing on the combined strength of our Dispute Resolution and Restructuring and Insolvency teams, we provide swift, tailored advice on issues including director liability, creditor disputes and cross-border matters, delivering efficient solutions that manage risk and protect stakeholder interests.

Our Intellectual Property team provides strategic, pragmatic advice on a diverse range of issues, allowing our clients to protect, manage and enforce their intellectual property rights, both nationally and internationally. We balance our sector-specific expertise with commercial insight to deliver forward-thinking solutions that are tailored to our clients’ business needs.

We have significant experience acting as supervising solicitors in the execution of search orders. Trusted for our independence, discretion and practical understanding of complex commercial disputes involving fraud, data misuse and confidential information, we provide clear guidance to ensure orders are executed smoothly while managing sensitive legal and practical considerations.

Our Real Estate Disputes team aim to help you avoid and resolve property conflicts with practical, proactive advice. We know that the complicated nature of property disputes means it’s crucial that we act as an extension of your team. From boundary issues to commercial property litigation, our experienced team works closely with you to navigate decisions and disputes efficiently—always focused on getting you from A to B in the most pragmatic way.