Business disagreements can be damaging.
They can take time and are often costly. Dunn & Baker Solicitors help resolve business disputes quickly which lets you get back doing what you do best – taking care of your business.
When you are in business, disputes can arise in a variety of different situations for example:
Many of these disagreements will start off as a small problem, which grow unexpectedly and quickly into a much bigger problem which, before you know it takes time and money to resolve. Getting expert advice early can often prevent these problems getting out of control. Disagreements can arise over anything – literally.
Dunn & Baker Solicitors’ legal experts understand how frustrating disputes can be. They identify quickly what is actually in dispute and work with you on the best approach to resolve it. We use plain English – not legal jargon – so that you always understand what it will take to resolve the problem you are facing.
These issues can be resolved in many ways, sometimes by negotiation, sometimes you may require the assistance of a mediator. Sometimes the only way to bring a matter to a conclusion will be to take (or defend) Court proceedings. In these situations you can be assured that Dunn & Baker Solicitors will provide timely, appropriate legal advice and will endeavour to keep you updated as to what steps you should take and what those steps are likely to cost.
If you’d like to see for yourself how we can help you, contact us today for your FREE initial consultation.
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A healthy business is one where shareholders and directors can disagree and challenge each other. Sometimes they fall out.
Dunn & Baker solicitors can help you successfully manage any breakdown in relationships so that it does not damage your business.
Being a director is a responsible position. It is highly challenging too. Shareholders can be demanding. At times, this leads to differences in opinion. Disputes can arise over the business’ future strategy. Dividends and bonuses can cause disagreement. If there are family members or close friends involved, this can lead to questions about dealings between the business and them or another company. There are also statutory obligations that need to be observed by anyone in office.
Whatever the breakdown, finding a solution, and quickly, is important. Dunn & Baker Solicitors will outline your options. If legal action is required, we will explain the consequences. It may be a resolution at a general meeting is enough or mediation may settle matters. Whatever we do, it will be carefully explained to you. Our professional advice will help you decide the best option as we’ll explain the likely outcome, expected timescales and we’ll ensure that you know the likely costs.
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Dunn & Baker Solicitors are able to assist those thinking about going into Partnership; highlighting the issues that may need to be address in order to ensure all parties to the arrangement are clear about what is being agreed.
This of course assists in avoiding disputes between partners in the future.
Partnerships are like any commercial arrangement – a clear written agreement at the outset of the arrangement is essential to avoid conflict. However, relationships change and there are times when a dispute will arise between the partners and efforts must be made to resolve the dispute without undue delay will reduce impact of a dispute and the risk of damage to the business.
Dunn & Baker Solicitors can help partners obtain the best outcome for their business bearing in mind the facts of the dispute, costs, time factors and the needs of the parties involved.
Whatever the reason, without a resolution, the dispute harms all parties in the partnership.
It may be resolution by negotiation, resolution by court proceedings or resolution by dissolution of the Partnership – whatever the outcome here at Dunn & Baker Solicitors we can guide you through the process effectively, providing you with correct advice at the appropriate time for a reasonable fee.