Commercial Contract Dispute Legal Services
Commercial Contracts Dispute Lawyers
Put simply, the main purpose of a commercial contract is to enshrine the agreement between parties so that everyone understands their obligations.
A commercial contract should always provide some level of comfort and reassurance that a contracting party will do what they are supposed to (and should also outline the consequences of not doing so).
However, given the current economic climate of uncertainty, commercial contract disputes are more and more common.
This does not bode well for a business trying to maintain that level of comfort and reassurance in their business relationships.
If a commercial contract dispute arises it is essential to get advice as soon as possible to minimise the potential impact on you and your business.
Our experienced team understands the stress and disruption these disputes can cause, and we always strive to resolve them as effectively and as soon as possible.
We will provide strategic advice and focused legal analysis to you and your businesses to protect your rights, interests, and reputation whether that is through negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, or litigation.
When Will You Need Advice in Commercial Contracts Disputes?
Commercial contract disputes can range from simple (for example, unpaid invoices), to highly complex, multi-party disputes where interpretation of lengthy contractual terms is required.
A dispute only really arises when there is a breach of the contract itself.
Establishing a breach can be a simple exercise but more often than not, it will require a deep understanding and interpretation of the contractual terms and this will form the basis of our legal advice.
There are many ways a contract or commercial agreement can be breached, including the following:
- Non-performance: This is when a party fails to comply with their contractual obligations, or they are prevented from doing so.
- Defective or delayed performance: If a party does not perform their obligations to the required standard or within the set timeframe, they may be in breach of the contract.
- Mistakes and errors: Whether negligently or not, a party may have failed to perform its obligations by way of mistakes or errors.
- Fraud or misrepresentation: When entering the contract, the breaching party has agreed to something they ultimately were never going to be able to perform and so subsequently don’t do.
If you suspect that there has been a breach to your commercial contract (or you are facing allegations of a breach against you or your business), it is essential that you get advice as soon as possible to ensure as little disruption as possible to your business.
What Actions Can Commercial Contract Lawyers Take?
If a breach is established there may be various remedies available including:
- Damages (compensation for loss)
- Specific performance (to make the other party comply with their obligations)
- An injunction (preventing further breaches)
- Rescission (releasing you from your contractual obligations)
A pragmatic and tactical approach needs to be taken from the outset to ensure the best possible outcome and no option should be off the table.
Our team of commercial lawyers will consider when litigation will be appropriate, but serious consideration is always given to negotiation and alternative dispute resolution.
All your circumstances will be taken into account, to provide you with the most efficient and cost-effective solution. This tactical approach is particularly important if you are defending an alleged breach of contract.
Our commercial contract dispute expertise spans a wide range of industries and includes:
- Shareholder agreements
- IT and technology contracts
- Construction contracts
- Partnership agreements
- Employment contracts
- Sale and supply of goods and services
- Distribution, franchise, and licensing agreements
- Agency agreements
Why Choose Beyond Disputes?
Our team of commercial contract lawyers have extensive experience in commercial contract disputes and acute procedural knowledge consistently achieves optimal outcomes for our clients.
We are experts in bringing and defending commercial contract actions and regularly provide solid strategic advice to businesses and individuals alike.
We understand the cost of a contractual dispute and associated litigation, as well as the wider impact it can have on your business. This is why we always take a commercial, as well as legal, approach to dispute resolution.
Our team also has the benefit of being able to draw on a range of expertise across the firm, to advise on issues relating to various aspects of a dispute, such as:
Our Dispute Resolution Team, led by partners Dónall Caherty and Alistair Gregory, is made up of highly experienced lawyers with many years of experience dealing with commercial contract disputes.
As well as effectively guiding clients through litigation, our team has also been successful in resolving complex, high-value commercial arrangement disputes by way of alternative dispute resolution.
Of course, the best solution to a dispute is preventing it from happening in the first place.
Our commercial contract team can also draft contracts for your business to reduce the risk of future legal issues and disputes.
Get in Touch with Our Commercial Contracts Disputes Lawyers Today
If you’re looking for a litigation lawyer, you’ve come to the right place. Our team of experts has numerous years of experience in commercial contract disputes so you can trust that with us, you’re in the best hands.
To speak with one of our lawyers, call us on 0333 202 6433 or send us an email at [email protected].
