Disputes
"The disputes practice at Burnetts stands out for its winde-ranging coverage, which encompasses shareholder and partnership disputes, property litigation and challenges to public procurement." Legal 500 2016
"Burnetts is highly regarded for commercial litigation." Legal 500 2015
Burnetts' experienced teams in Carlisle, Newcastle and West Cumbria understand the complex issues involved in pursuing matters through the courts, through arbitration or through other tribunals, and can advise you on the best course of action.
We deal with a wide range of dispute resolution issues including, contractual disputes, judicial review, professional negligence, property litigation, landlord and tenant (buy to let), housing, inheritance claims and disputed wills. Other types of dispute (e.g. employment, family, personal injury and medical law) are dealt with by specialists elsewhere in the firm
We will always consider with you possible means of avoiding litigation or bringing any proceedings to a conclusion as speedily as possible. We are enthusiastic supporters of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and, in particular, of mediation, which is the most common form of ADR.
Sometimes, we can assist you to resolve a dispute yourself. That may be appropriate in small claims, where the cost of retaining a solicitor for the whole case may be out of proportion to the amount in issue.
Whatever your dispute, we are happy to provide preliminary advice, advice during a case or conduct the case on your behalf.
Who to contact
James Johnston
James is a Senior Associate and Head of the firm’s Dispute Resolution team.