Business Dispute Solicitors
Business dispute solicitors in the East Midlands
Disputes happen in business. Whether it’s with a customer, supplier, competitor or within the company itself.
They can be costly and take up a lot of time and if they’re not managed properly can cause huge problems.
Our team of business dispute solicitors can help resolve all kinds of business disputes. We can help prevent disputes from escalating, mediate arguments and negotiate alternative deals to ensure the best outcome for your business.
Call our Business Dispute Team Email our Business Dispute TeamWhen to use a business dispute solicitor?
A business dispute solicitor will help resolve any disagreements in a corporate setting. Or between different businesses that are in conflict.
The benefit of approaching a business dispute solicitor is that, if successful, it can prevent the need for court proceedings. As a result, it finds a solution that pleases both parties, rather than a solution imposed on one party. So the damage to long-term business relations is less.
A business dispute solicitor will aim to find a solution through negotiation. They take a neutral, independent, third-party role. Communicating with both parties to agree on a set arrangement.
Business dispute solicitors can help resolve disputes between:
- Directors
- Customers
- Shareholders
- Suppliers
- Competitors
- Stakeholders
- Business partners
- Landlords/tenants
A business dispute solicitor will also provide guidance on corporate and commercial law.
Sometimes negotiation is not possible. In these cases, a business dispute solicitor can still help. They will be able to recommend and advise on the best legal action you could take.
Why use our business dispute lawyers?
Over the years, the commercial dispute solicitors at Rothera Bray have worked with a wide range of organisations. This work covers a range of different sectors and industries.
Rothera Bray has years of experience and a proven track record in both corporate and commercial law. Utilising these skills, we can assist in the creation of a resolution that protects your corporate interests.
Communication is important to us at Rothera Bray. We will endeavour to keep you informed throughout the entire case. As well as giving you regular updates, we are completely transparent with regards to costs. We will always deliver the most cost effective solution for our clients.
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“We take the time to understand your business, so if a dispute arises, we’re able to make the matter as stress-free as possible.”
Richard Bates
Head of Dispute Resolution and Partner
What can we help you with?
Business Dispute Resolution
Richard Hammond
Partner & Head of Risk and Compliance
Richard Hammond is a Dispute Resolution specialist and mediator at our Lace Market office in Nottingham. Richard is also a notary public, processing client documents for international use.
Richard Bates
Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution
Richard Bates leads the Dispute Resolution team at Rothera Bray. Richard is a litigation specialist and can provide a wide range of services to both commercial and private clients.
Caroline Bowler
Partner
Caroline Bowler is a partner in our Dispute Resolution team and an equine law specialist at Rothera Bray, which is the Official Legal Partner to British Dressage and The British Show Pony Society. She works from our Lace Market office and has been described as “one of the best equine lawyers” in the Legal 500.
James Carley
Partner
James is a Partner in the Dispute Resolution department and is very experienced in dealing with commercial and personal litigation matters.
Nicky Calthrop-Owen
Consultant
Nicky Calthrop-Owen is an Insolvency and Restructuring Consultant and is based at Rothera Bray’s Nottingham office.
Kendal Litherland
Consultant
Kendal Litherland is a Consultant in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Nottingham city office.
Ruth Ball
Managing Associate & Head of Insolvency
Ruth Ball is a Managing Associate and the Head of Corporate & Individual Insolvency at Rothera Bray and is based at our Lace Market, Nottingham and Market Harborough offices.
Terhi Sygrove
Recoveries Manager
Terhi Sygrove is a debt recovery specialist and head of the debt recovery department at our Lace Market, Nottingham Office.
Jade Belcher
Associate Solicitor
Jade Belcher is an Associate Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.
Tom Barry
Solicitor
Tom is a Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.
Amrita Johal
Solicitor
Amrita Johal is a solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.
Millie Moreton
Solicitor
Millie Moreton is a Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution team and is based at our Lace Market office.
Jayde Pullar
Senior Paralegal
Jayde Pullar is a Senior Paralegal in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution team and is based at our Lace Market, Nottingham office.
Eleanor Kivneen
Paralegal
Eleanor is a Paralegal in our departments for Dispute Resolution for Individuals and Dispute Resolution for Businesses. She is based at our Nottingham Lace Market office.
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