PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE

We handle claims against people such as architects, accountants, surveyors and Solicitors. It is an unfortunate fact of life that people do make mistakes and we act for both defendants and claimants to maximise or minimise the cost or compensation payable. For more information contact John Wilkin or Graham Tyler.

INSOLVENCY

We have substantial expertise in this often complex field. Our expertise covers both commercial and personal insolvency and all matters involving a detailed knowledge of the Insolvency and Companies Acts. For more information contact Graham Tyler or John Wilkin.

DIRECTORS DISQUALIFICATION PROCEEDINGS

We have experience in acting for and advising persons facing disqualification proceedings. For more information contact Graham Tyler.

SHAREHOLDER DISPUTES

We have experience of advising minority shareholders and shareholders in deadlock companies. For more information contact Graham Tyler.

PARTNERSHIP DISPUTES

We frequently advise and act for partners in dispute with their present or former partners. Invariably such disputes cause emotions to run high. We aim to give practical advice to enable matters to be resolved as quickly and painlessly as possible. For more information contact John Wilkin or Graham Tyler.

CONTRACT DISPUTES

We offer particular expertise in this often technical area. We can provide advice on construction and other professional contracts and general commercial contracts. For more information contact John Wilkin or Graham Tyler.

SALE OF GOODS / CONSUMER MATERS

We provide advice on a wide range of consumer issues from timeshare properties to disputes over the quality of goods supplied and services rendered. We advise on technical consumer contracts to determine their fairness and are familiar with Consumer Credit Act finance agreements. For more information contact John Wilkin or Graham Tyler.

DEBT RECOVERY

Whether it is a one off debt or a regular action we can provide a cost effective solution to your problem. For business we can provide practical advice on how to minimise bad debts and implement good credit control procedures. We have the experience to advise on the best methods on recovering payment including the use of insolvency proceedings. For further information contact Graham Tyler or John Wilkin.

NEIGHBOUR/BOUNDARY DISPUTES

This is an area with potential for great stress. We aim to deal with matters sensitively and constructively. Whether the dispute is over a boundary or rights of way or excess noise the matter will be considered legally as well as practically. We offer particular expertise in this area. Contact John Wilkin or Graham Tyler.

LANDLORD AND TENANT

This area is a potential minefield for the uninitiated. It is a vast area covering issues ranging from the creation and termination of leases to the breach and enforcements of covenants. We act for both landlords and tenants in connection with business and residential tenancies. We both pursue and defend proceedings for possession on behalf of clients including dealing with claims to evict squatters. Even serving the correct notice to quit can be a headache for the uninitiated. Let us take the worry away from you. Contact John Wilkin.

NEGLIGENCE/NUISANCE CLAIMS

We deal with all aspects of these types of claims. Contact John Wilkin or Graham Tyler for more information.

INHERITANCE/WILL DISPUTES

This is another area where emotions can run high. We aim to give realistic and practical advice at an early stage. Contact John Wilkin or Graham Tyler for more information.

DEFAMATION PROCEEDINGS

Often an expensive business where clear guidance is needed at an early stage. We can provide such advice. For further information contact John Wilkin.

EDUCATION LAW

The volume of work is such that we do not claim to be leaders in the field, nethertheless, we believe we have as much expertise as most local solicitors having recently dealt with claims arising out of the alleged failure to provide for special education needs and the exclusion of pupils from school. Contact John Wilkin for further information.

NO WIN/NO FEE

We are probably one of the few firms locally to undertake non personal injury claims under Conditional Fee Agreements (CFA). Not every case will be suitable for this type of agreement but we can make an assessment on a case by case basis.