Edward Starling
- Partner
- Commercial Disputes
Every commercial dispute brings its own challenges. Whether it involves a supply-critical contractual disagreement, a shareholder dispute or a cross-border business issue, our expert commercial dispute resolution team provides clear, focused advice.
Our team has extensive experience handling commercial litigation for UK-based and international clients of all sizes across a variety of sectors.
We deliver decisive legal advice and identify the most appropriate way to resolve a dispute, whether through litigation, arbitration or a consensual resolution process. Our clients rely on us to respond quickly when timing is critical, without compromising on quality.
While commercial disputes can present their own pressures, they can also create opportunities. When used effectively, strategic litigation can be a profit centre, and our specialist team can work with you to leverage litigation to gain a competitive advantage.
Our partner-led approach means that we bring tactical insight to every case, supported by our responsive and adaptable team. In an environment where outcomes matter and uncertainty can be costly, we bring structure, strategic thinking and resolve.
Our work spans the full spectrum of commercial dispute resolution and litigation. We handle high-value international disputes, civil fraud cases such as investment schemes and crypto-related fraud, contentious contract breakdowns, shareholder disputes, warranty and earnout claims, as well as recoveries for lenders. Our team also has extensive experience in professional discipline cases, covenant breaches and judicial review proceedings.
We regularly use injunctions, search and seizure orders and other emergency procedures to protect our clients’ interests. Our commercial dispute solicitors work closely with our clients and become part of the client team to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
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