Welcome to JMW’s Commercial Litigation Hub

At JMW, we understand the complexities and challenges of commercial disputes and the importance of expert legal support in navigating them. Our dedicated commercial litigation and dispute resolution team provides comprehensive guidance and support, tailored to the unique needs of your business.

Facing a commercial dispute can be daunting. You may have concerns about the potential impact on your business, from financial implications to reputation damage. Understanding your rights, the legal processes involved, and strategies for effective dispute resolution are important. This is where JMW steps in.

Our Commercial Litigation Hub is an extensive resource designed to help navigate businesses through the landscape of commercial disputes. We have a wealth of experience in dealing with a variety of complex issues, from contractual disagreements to shareholder disputes, ensuring your business interests are robustly protected and your commercial objectives are met.

We cover a broad spectrum of commercial litigation matters, including:

The team represents businesses of all sizes, from owner-managed businesses through to multinational organisations across various sectors. We also represent high-profile individuals from sport, politics and entertainment. We combine in-depth legal expertise with a practical, business-focused approach. This means we not only provide legal advice but also strategic guidance that aligns with your business objectives and market realities.

We pride ourselves on our proactive and commercial approach; our partners and solicitors understand the pressures associated with commercial disputes, and so focus on the strengths of your position while providing strategic advice to achieve the most effective outcome. We can also help to reduce the risk of future litigation, protecting your business’s interests and reputation in the long term. Our commitment to delivering results is unwavering, whether it’s through negotiation, mediation or court proceedings.

For personalised advice or to discuss a specific issue, please don’t hesitate to contact our commercial litigation team. You can reach us on 0345 872 6666 or use our online enquiry form to request a call back.

Our Key Services

Shareholder Disputes

Shareholder disputes often arise out of a misunderstanding or a blurring of the lines between the shareholders and the directors of a company. This type of dispute can be a worrying time, especially in a deadlock situation when two equal shareholders do not agree, or minority shareholders who may have had their shares diluted or be disadvantaged in another way such as not receiving a dividend. JMW can help with a range of shareholder disputes including a breach of shareholders’ agreement and other contractual or constitutional documents, unfair prejudice petitions and derivative claims.

Boardroom Disputes

We offer solutions for resolving boardroom disputes involving company directors and non-executive directors (NEDs). We focus on a quick resolution to minimise business disruption and reputational damage. Services include advice on directors’ duties, fraudulent activities, breach of fiduciary duty, deadlocked boards, breach of covenant and the removal of a director.

Building Safety Act

Our specialist property litigation team has in-depth knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, which introduced significant reforms in construction and property, particularly for residential buildings. We work with fire safety experts, construction safety advisors, surveyors and planning consultants to provide comprehensive advice on building safety to a variety of clients including property developers, building owners, managing agents and landlords. The width and breadth of the team’s expertise are extensive and encompass issues relating to remediation and remediation contribution orders, accountable persons and duty holders, gaining access for building safety remedial works, recovery of monies from third parties, service charge recovery, lease interpretation, and enforcement notices.

Professional Negligence

JMW helps clients to recover financial losses they have suffered as a result of incorrect advice being given by their professional advisors, or where there has been a failure to advise at all. Our services cover claims against a wide range of professionals, including accountants, solicitors and financial advisors. We understand these situations can be distressing especially when you have placed trust in your professional advisor so we will support you through the process, carefully assessing the merits of your case and providing pragmatic advice with a view to reaching the best possible outcome.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) refers to methods used to resolve disputes outside of traditional courtroom litigation, especially in the context of commercial disputes. It’s increasingly popular in business conflicts due to its efficiency, cost-effectiveness and confidentiality. Additionally, ADR can help maintain and improve business relationships, as it often involves more cooperative and less adversarial methods than court proceedings. We provide expert legal advice and support in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), covering negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and adjudication.