We have extensive experience acting in contract disputes.on behalf of businesses and individuals, with values ranging from the tens of thousands to the hundreds of millions.
Our clients include businesses of all sizes, directors, partners, shareholders, and organisations across sectors including retail, professional services, technology, manufacturing, distribution, and construction. Many of our instructions involve cross-border contracts or international counterparties, and we handle those routinely.
Typical issues that arise in disputes we handle include:
Partnership and shareholder disputes can be seriously disruptive for the businesses involved. We have experience in:
These arrangements govern how services are delivered, how commissions are earned, or how two businesses work together. Problems commonly involve:
These disputes arise when one party has been allowed to use or market a product, property, technology or brand, but the arrangement breaks down. Common issues include:
We have acted for clients in retail, manufacturing, technology, distribution, professional services and other commercial areas. This gives us a clear understanding of the commercial context, not just the legal rules. We know how contract failures affect operations, cashflow, supply chains and customer relationships, and we tailor our approach accordingly.
We try to combine technical legal expertise with a practical understanding of how businesses operate. This means we can balance the legal remedies available with what is commercially sensible, taking account of timelines, ongoing relationships and wider business objectives. Our advice aims to be straightforward, grounded in real-world concerns, and focused on the decisions clients need to make.
We keep clients informed at every stage and explain the likely steps ahead in plain English. Contract disputes carry practical risks that clients should be aware of from the outset. We explain:
No. A contract can be written, verbal, or partly based on conduct, such as email exchanges or a pattern of past dealings. The challenge with a verbal or informal contract is proving what was actually agreed, so clear records are important.
No. Many are resolved through negotiation or mediation. Some contracts require these steps before going to court. Court proceedings are usually the last resort when other approaches fail or when urgent action is needed.
Useful evidence includes the contract, amendments, emails, letters, messages, invoices, payment records, delivery notes, service reports, and any timeline showing how the problem developed. Clear documentation often makes a dispute easier to resolve.
Possible remedies include financial compensation for losses (damages), an order requiring the other party to carry out their obligations, or an order stopping them from acting in a way that causes harm. In some cases, the contract may be brought to an end.
It varies. Some disputes settle within weeks if both sides engage. Others take longer if expert evidence is needed or if the matter goes to court. Delays often depend on the complexity of the issue and the willingness of the parties to cooperate.
