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Business Disputes

Resolve your business dispute with practical legal advice from a team of experienced business dispute solicitors

When you find yourself in a business dispute, you need more than just legal know-how. Getting the best possible resolution to a dispute requires an understanding of your business, a knowledge of the sector in which you operate and an appreciation of your commercial goals. 

Our business dispute resolution solicitors couple their technical expertise with a pragmatic, commercial approach. By understanding your position, budget and goals, we can advise you on the steps you will need to take to successfully resolve your dispute. 

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Our approach to dispute resolution

Business disputes are an unfortunate fact of life for most business owners at some stage. The range of potential disputes is vast and includes contractual disputes with suppliers, conflict within the business itself, intellectual property infringements and commercial property issues. A dispute of any nature can be disruptive and must be addressed quickly and effectively to limit its impact on your business. 

Below are some of the benefits you can expect with our approach to dispute resolution: 

Cost effective legal support

Litigation is a costly process swathed in complex rules and processes. Our business dispute lawyers will help you by actively managing costs throughout the lifespan of your dispute. More importantly, our subscription plans and remote operating model allows us to provide expert legal advice from partner lawyers at a lower cost than most traditional law firms. 

Communicating in a simple, jargon-free way

Our business disputes lawyers will speak to you in an objective, easily understood way, providing realistic, timely and solid advice at every stage. 

Streamlining complex processes

Business disputes can be a roadblock to your success, but we won’t let them slow you down. Our team will guide you through the steps you need to take to resolve your dispute, we will clearly explain the options available to you and will inform you of any important deadlines. 

Creative in finding solutions

Our business disputes team’s collective experience means that they are adept at finding the best way forward when it comes to dealing with the other parties involved in a dispute, whether that’s by picking up the telephone, drafting a “without prejudice” letter or proposing a sit-down negotiation. 

Alternative methods for dispute resolution

Our lawyers always explore whether there’s another way of resolving your dispute without the need to engage in court proceedings by using innovative thinking – but they aren’t afraid to litigate if we feel it is necessary. 

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A cost effective way to resolve business disputes

Mediation and arbitration

Watch the Head Of Business Disputes Ian Carson, explain the benefits of mediation and arbitration in the short video below:




How our business dispute solicitors will help you resolve your dispute

We will begin by assessing the merits of your position, understanding your objective and advising you on the options available to you. We avoid litigation wherever possible and seek practical, commercial solutions aimed at swiftly resolving the matter whilst preserving ongoing business relationships.  

Where more formal action is required, we utilise the least disruptive method of dispute resolution appropriate to the circumstances. Mediation, for example, is used extensively to help resolve business disputes, with excellent results. It is quicker, more cost-effective and generally less stressful than litigation. Mediation allows the parties the flexibility to agree terms reflective of their commercial reality and business relationship.  

Sometimes, however, the nature of a dispute is such that litigation is simply unavoidable. In these situations, we will work tirelessly to advance your case as robustly as possible. 

Whichever method of business dispute resolution is used, we will guide you through the process every step of the way. We will never confuse you with legal jargon. Instead, we will provide proactive, commercially focused advice, mindful of the need to resolve any dispute as quickly as possible and allow you to concentrate your efforts on growing your business. 


Testimonials

What our clients say

I certainly appreciate the response from Ian Carson, always picks the phone up and prompt fast service. I would recommend to all friends and family and already have.
Mukesh Kanabar CEO and Founder, Printed4You Ltd
Our solicitor Michael was very honest and open. I really appreciated that, and would like to pass thanks to him for making our options so clear.
Philip Spencer Director, Dextra Insight
Working with Harper James feel less transactional and more ongoing. For example, having Simon Smith, who understands our business and is able to quickly provide a second opinion on litigation, and does that drawing on a wide base of experience is super important.
Linz Darlington Founder, Homehold
Great customer service with experienced staff. Mark and the HJS team worked well with us and took the stress out of a situation. Advised us proactively to achieve the the best outcome for our situation.
Paul Smith COO, Incuto
The enterprise plan is a must have for all businesses big or small. They work with you with ease and have no problem supporting large International businesses like Metalberg. Charlotte and her team are so pleasant to work with. You will not be disappointed
Sanjay Badshah President , Metalberg Corp
We consulted Michael Key, who had prior experience in the software value-added services business model. He subsequently followed up with a contract review and advice in a very timely manner.
Abbas Khan CEO, Abacus Cambridge Partners Limited
Professional service, expedited for our benefit
Ian Harvey Director, Harvey Facilities Management Limited
Very efficient and professional. feel I made the right choice in choosing Harper James
Colin Hepplestone Founder & Owner, IDT Support Solutions
Great team, fighting my corner. Difficult cases but lots of advice and strategy. Analyses each and every grain one by one, coming up with very strong strategy. I feel that I'm putting a very strong fight at the moment.
Kumbulani Zhou Chief Executive Officer, Harmonic Medical Sonography Limited
I certainly appreciate the response from Ian Carson, always picks the phone up and prompt fast service. I would recommend to all friends and family and already have.
Mukesh Kanabar CEO and Founder, Printed4You Ltd
Our solicitor Michael was very honest and open. I really appreciated that, and would like to pass thanks to him for making our options so clear.
Philip Spencer Director, Dextra Insight
Working with Harper James feel less transactional and more ongoing. For example, having Simon Smith, who understands our business and is able to quickly provide a second opinion on litigation, and does that drawing on a wide base of experience is super important.
Linz Darlington Founder, Homehold
Great customer service with experienced staff. Mark and the HJS team worked well with us and took the stress out of a situation. Advised us proactively to achieve the the best outcome for our situation.
Paul Smith COO, Incuto
The enterprise plan is a must have for all businesses big or small. They work with you with ease and have no problem supporting large International businesses like Metalberg. Charlotte and her team are so pleasant to work with. You will not be disappointed
Sanjay Badshah President , Metalberg Corp
We consulted Michael Key, who had prior experience in the software value-added services business model. He subsequently followed up with a contract review and advice in a very timely manner.
Abbas Khan CEO, Abacus Cambridge Partners Limited
Professional service, expedited for our benefit
Ian Harvey Director, Harvey Facilities Management Limited
Very efficient and professional. feel I made the right choice in choosing Harper James
Colin Hepplestone Founder & Owner, IDT Support Solutions
Great team, fighting my corner. Difficult cases but lots of advice and strategy. Analyses each and every grain one by one, coming up with very strong strategy. I feel that I'm putting a very strong fight at the moment.
Kumbulani Zhou Chief Executive Officer, Harmonic Medical Sonography Limited

Why choose our business dispute solicitors?

Our team’s credentials speak for themselves. The majority of our business disputes solicitors have between 15-30 years of in-practice experienceand includes former partners and heads of department at Top 100 law firms, Legal 500 Recommended Lawyers and panel specialists. 

Our team are pragmatic, results focused lawyers who have a strong track record of resolving disputes. 

Learn more about the team that will be working for you:


Pricing plans

Legal support designed
to fit your business needs

Our three transparent pricing packages are designed to give you the widest possible access to high-quality legal advice, whatever the size and nature of your business:

City

Straightforward access to senior solicitors at a competitive rate.

An affordable solution for businesses needing one-off legal support. Receive ‘City’ partner-level expertise at a fraction of ‘City’ prices.

On-Demand

Providing you with priority access to a dedicated panel of highly experienced solicitors.

Fully account managed quarterly subscription service for businesses with more complex legal needs.



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