Dispute Resolution and Litigation

Helping you with Dispute Resolution, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation and Compensation Claims

Sometimes you will need a solicitor to help you sort out a problem. If you are in dispute with an individual, a company or public body our Dispute Resolution and Litigation team will help you achieve a satisfactory resolution and claim any compensation that you’re due.

We can help you in many different ways from mediation and arbitration, which aims to resolve your dispute amicably out of court, through to litigation where you file a lawsuit against an organisation or individual. Often the right advice at the earliest stage will prevent your dispute from escalating. So wherever possible we will help you avoid Court action by guiding you through the alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process.

Whatever your situation, FDR’s specialist Dispute Resolution and Litigation team can help – often on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis with a free initial consultation.

We have extensive experience and expertise helping individuals, businesses and organisations achieve a successful outcome – helping you claim what’s yours. We can help you with:

Plus, specialist areas including:

Mediation

Mediation can be the most effective way for you to resolve your dispute without Court action. FDR solicitors will be able to advise whether mediation will work for you and support you through the process.

One major advantage of using mediation is that it can help you resolve a dispute amicably. This means you end the dispute with less bitterness, less conflict and more agreement over matters going forward where you may need to work together in future.

A mediator acts as an impartial third party in discussions between parties. Their role is to help you:

  • Identify important issues
  • Gather information
  • Identify the choices open to you
  • Negotiate together and reach acceptable decisions

Mediators cannot impose a settlement or advise you on the best course of action. They will try to help you reach an agreement but as mediators do not give legal advice, it is necessary to take independent legal advice throughout the process by having your lawyer present at mediation meetings. That’s where FDR’s family lawyers will help you. In the event that parties have been able to reach agreement we will be able to incorporate the terms into a Court Order.

Quality advice from one of Britain’s leading teams

It is crucial you seek the best advice when pursuing a claim or tackling a dispute. Our clients have the edge by having access to one of Britain’s most renowned dispute resolution and litigation teams.

FDR’s litigation team is headed by Stephen Lawson. Stephen has more than thirty years experience in the legal profession and a national reputation as a personal injury solicitor – currently Secretary of APIL (the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers). Stephen has also featured as The Times Lawyer of the Week and he regularly acts on behalf of clients involved in cases which attract national media interest, especially in relation to child maintenance claims – you can see some of these if you search “Stephen Lawson” in Google.

Professional excellence and recommendations

The Law Society recommends you choose a specialist legal advisor who is a member of one of its accreditation panels. You’ll be reassured to know that all the members of our litigation team have demonstrated their specialist competence in their particular areas of practice.

Our team boasts members of the following specialist associations and organisations including:

  • APIL – Association of Personal Injury Lawyers
  • ACTAPS – Association of Contentious Trust And Probate Specialists
  • PNLA – Professional Negligence Lawyers Association
  • Resolution – formerly the Solicitors Family Law Association
  • Northern Administrative Law Association (Judicial Review)

To find out more about how we can help you please contact us.