Nobody likes to argue! Whatever the nature of your dispute, at Setfords Solicitors our lawyers offer practical and cost effective advice which is aimed at resolving a dispute via plain talking, mediation and dispute resolution, hopefully without the need for court proceedings to be issued.
If this is not possible, a seamless service is provided for representation of your case in all Courts and Tribunals. Where a dispute does result in litigation our aim is still to resolve the matter quickly and effectively and to ensure that your right to recover costs against your opponent is preserved. Our advice and strategy will also be focussed towards achieving your preferred outcome.
Contentious Probate & Trusts
Our specialist lawyers handle claims ranging from disputes in relation to estates and wills, where issues in relation to capacity, undue influence, or adequate provision for family members arise to complex trust disputes. The focus is always on cost effective advice that is designed to assist the parties in reaching a resolution which minimises any further distress or damage to relations.
Property Disputes
Our lawyers can deal with property disputes including landlord and tenant disputes, contractual disputes with developers, disputes in relation to rights or restrictions affecting land and boundary disputes. Assisted by Setfords' experienced Property Department our aim is to identify and achieve the outcome most suited to your specific situation in the most cost effective manner.
Insolvency
If you are being pursued by creditors, considering bankruptcy or an individual voluntary arrangement, our lawyers can help and advise you. We are also experienced in dealing with related insolvency litigation issues such as director's disqualification and misconduct issues.
Professional Negligence
When a professional adviser has provided advice or representation which falls below the standard that you are entitled to expect and you have suffered loss or damage as a result you may be able to claim compensation from them. We have experience in pursuing claims against most professionals and are skilled in quickly assessing whether a claim is worth pursuing and how best to proceed. We are experienced in dealing with high value professional negligence claims against solicitors, accountants, banks, architects, surveyors, estate agents, brokers, patent agents, trade mark agents, barristers, financial advisers, doctors, other healthcare professionals, vets, auditors, auctioneers and actuaries .
Contract Disputes
Whether your supplier is failing to fulfil their part of the contract or your client is refusing to pay you for goods or services we can advise you as to the appropriate course of action most likely to achieve your desired result . Our lawyers have years of experience in analysing contracts and advising on the most practical and cost effective means of enforcement. We can also assist you with your debt recovery.
For more information please email us on info@setfords.co.uk or call us on 01483 408780
