Dispute Resolution and Business Affairs

Experienced dispute resolution and business affairs law solicitors in Gateshead and Washington

We act for business owners and those involved in commercial disputes, providing dispute resolution advice as well as legal services for businesses.

If your business is involved in a disagreement, it can be damaging and disruptive. Dealing with a legal case will mean time away from your organisation as well as the expense of protecting your interests. Our solicitors have a strong commercial focus, working proactively to resolve disputes quickly and without the need for litigation.

The best way to avoid disputes is to ensure your enterprise has a strong legal foundation. We work with businesses across a wide range of sectors to put robust documentation in place, including contracts, shareholders’ agreements, partnership agreements and commercial agreements.

We act for businesses in every stage of their lifecycle, providing guidance to start-ups through to advice on sales and mergers.

To speak to one of our commercial dispute resolution and business lawyers, call us on 0191 495 2896 or complete a Free Online Enquiry today.

“Very efficient, with a swift approach to all issues.”

Dispute resolution and corporate and commercial law experts

Our company and commercial law solicitors combine genuine legal expertise with commercial insight, tailoring their advice and representation to your unique situation. Where necessary, we can call on colleagues in adjacent areas of law, including employment and commercial property. We also have connections with external experts, including barristers and forensic accountants, whom we can engage on your behalf as needed.

Company law is a complex area, with wide scope for misunderstandings and disagreements. By putting a strong framework in place, your business will stand the best chance of avoiding difficulty and dealing quickly with any issues that do occur. We can work with you to ensure that your organisation has the right documentation in place and represent you to deal efficiently with a dispute, should one arise.

Our commercial dispute resolution services

We know how important it is to deal with a commercial legal dispute quickly before the situation escalates and positions become entrenched. If you ask us to represent you, we will act without delay to assess the situation and suggest solutions. Our team are known for their negotiating expertise and will work to find an acceptable outcome without the need for court hearings. Our services include the following:

  • Breach of contract
  • Commercial dispute
  • Contract dispute
  • Partnership dispute
  • Shareholder dispute
  • Company law dispute
  • Professional negligence

Our business law services

We work with business owners, senior executives and general counsel to provide tailored corporate and commercial legal guidance. Our advice is clear and pragmatic and our team will make sure they are available to discuss your situation and answer your questions as needed. Our corporate and commercial law services include the following:

  • Company start-ups
  • Advice on corporate structures
  • Franchise law
  • Contract drafting
  • Agency and distribution agreements
  • Outsourcing agreements
  • IT agreements
  • Debt management and recovery
  • Employment issues
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Commercial property
  • NDAs and confidentiality agreements
  • Mergers, acquisitions and disposals

Contact our Gateshead and Washington dispute resolution and business solicitors

If you need corporate or commercial legal advice or assistance with dispute resolution, our business law team are here to help.

To speak to one of our commercial dispute resolution and business lawyers, call us on 0191 495 2896 or complete a Free Online Enquiry today.

“Great customer service and very good solicitors. Very happy to do business with them. Highly recommend”