Disputes can arise unexpectedly and have a significant impact on your personal life and finances. Whether you are involved in a disagreement over property, a contract, professional advice, debt recovery or another civil matter, obtaining early legal advice can often help resolve the issue more quickly, reduce costs and avoid unnecessary stress.
We advise clients on a wide range of personal and civil disputes, helping to recover financial losses or defend a claim made against you. Explore our services below to find out more about the specific types of disputes we handle, or contact our team to discuss your situation and receive tailored legal advice.
How can we help?
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A Trusted Process
Our approach is proactive from the outset. We begin by reviewing the facts and evidence surrounding your dispute, identifying any legal risks and opportunities before developing a strategy tailored to your objectives.
Where appropriate, we will seek to resolve matters through correspondence, negotiation or mediation, helping you avoid the time, expense and uncertainty of court proceedings. If litigation cannot be avoided, you can rely on our experienced team to provide robust representation throughout the process.
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A Trusted Process
Our approach is proactive from the outset. We begin by reviewing the facts and evidence surrounding your dispute, identifying any legal risks and opportunities before developing a strategy tailored to your objectives.
Where appropriate, we will seek to resolve matters through correspondence, negotiation or mediation, helping you avoid the time, expense and uncertainty of court proceedings. If litigation cannot be avoided, you can rely on our experienced team to provide robust representation throughout the process.
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Everything You Need To Know About Dispute Resolution
Find answers to some of the most common questions about dispute resolution, litigation and how our solicitors can help.
What is dispute resolution?
Dispute resolution is the process of resolving disagreements between individuals, businesses or organisations. Depending on the circumstances, this may involve negotiation, mediation, arbitration or court proceedings. The aim is to achieve a fair and practical outcome while avoiding unnecessary time, expense and stress wherever possible.
What types of disputes can a solicitor help with?
Our dispute resolution solicitors advise on a wide range of matters, including property disputes, debt recovery, professional negligence claims, contractual disputes, defamation, harassment, judicial review and other civil litigation matters. We will assess your situation and recommend the most appropriate legal approach.
Will my dispute have to go to court?
Not necessarily. Many disputes are resolved through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods such as mediation before court proceedings become necessary. If court action is the best or only option, we will guide and represent you throughout the litigation process.
When should I contact a dispute resolution solicitor?
It is generally advisable to seek legal advice as soon as a dispute arises or you become aware that one may develop. Early legal intervention can often prevent disputes from escalating, protect your position and improve the likelihood of reaching a successful resolution.
How long does the dispute resolution process take?
The timescale depends on the complexity of the dispute, the willingness of both parties to negotiate and whether court proceedings are required. Some disputes can be resolved within a matter of weeks, while more complex litigation may take several months or longer. We will provide realistic timescales based on your individual circumstances.
How much does a dispute resolution solicitor cost?
Costs vary depending on the nature and complexity of your case. During your initial consultation, we will discuss likely costs, available funding options and provide as much transparency as possible so you can make informed decisions about how to proceed.
Can mediation help resolve my dispute?
Yes. Mediation can be an effective way of resolving many disputes without the need for court proceedings. An independent mediator helps both parties explore possible solutions and reach a mutually acceptable agreement. It is often quicker, less expensive and less adversarial than litigation.
Why choose Ellis Jones for dispute resolution?
Our experienced dispute resolution solicitors provide clear, practical and commercially focused legal advice tailored to your objectives. We always seek the most effective and proportionate way to resolve disputes, whether through negotiation, alternative dispute resolution or robust representation in court where required.
Judicial Review solicitors
Our specialist team is experienced in dealing with all aspects of Judicial Review, whether it be challenging a public body decision or seeking to uphold it. Our approach is to identify and narrow the issues in an efficient manner, and within the tight time constraints set by the Court.
Find out moreDefamation disputes
Defamation can affect individuals and businesses in a number of detrimental ways, especially if not addressed promptly. Our defamation solicitors have proven experience in dealing with defamation claims, regularly acting on behalf of both claimants and defendants.
Find out moreProfessional negligence disputes
Our experienced professional negligence team specialise in assisting those who have been misadvised by professionals, resulting in loss in various forms from money to opportunity. We are experienced in identifying the merits of a claim in professional negligence from progression to trial.
Find out moreHarassment disputes
Harassment is unwanted conduct related to a protected characteristic of a person which has the purpose or effect of making a person feel threatened, distressed or humiliated. Our team are experienced in handling a range of harassment disputes and claims of this nature.
Find out moreDebt recovery disputes
Our debt recovery solicitors have years of experience and expertise in handling different types of these cases, which has led to high levels of success on behalf of our clients. As an external party to your debt dispute, our debt recovery solicitors can adopt a pragmatic approach to assist with its swift resolution.
Find out moreDebt recovery fees
We understand that each and every case is different. For more information on our debt recovery fees, please get in touch or give us a call 01202 525333, and we will be able to give you an estimate or fixed fee based on the circumstances of your case.
Find out moreOur offices
Bournemouth
302 Charminster Road Bournemouth Dorset BH8 9RU 01202 525333
Ringwood
Monmouth Court Southampton Road Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1HE 01425 484848
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