Contract disputes can cause major disruptions. Often the threat of legal action or Court orders provides the necessary pressure to move the dispute toward resolution, allowing you to move forward.
We’ll take care of the legal side, assisting you to comply with the Contract and Court, which prevents mistakes that can lead to significant delays and added costs.
Instead of going round in circles trying to resolve the dispute on your own or wondering if it’s worth taking legal action. Why not find out? We can conduct initial investigations to assess the other party’s financial situation and assess your prospects of success before you file any Court proceedings.
We’ll handle all the court proceedings for you, presenting your case and dealing with the debtor, so you don’t have to go it alone in court.
Involving lawyers early removes emotions and personal relationships from the process. It shows you’re serious about your business, making debtors think twice before trying to avoid payment and sends a clear message that if you don’t get paid, you’ll take legal action.
We bill based on an hourly rate, this ensures the cost reflects the complexity of your dispute. If your contract doesn’t include a clause to recover all your legal costs, you can then seek to recover legal costs as prescribed by law.
We assess each case individually and work with you to select the best option for your circumstances, ensuring our approach effectively balances your needs against the prospects of recovery.
A contract dispute can affect your business’s reputation. By handling claims through legal channels, we send the message that you take your business seriously and will protect your interests at all costs.
How long is a piece of string? While we typically aim to initiate legal action within 1-3 weeks, depending on the complexity of your matter, the resolution time can vary based on:
This is why it’s important to stay flexible and ready for any twists in the road.
We offer an initial consultation for a fixed fee and our hourly rates range from $150 to $660, depending on the staff member attending to work on your case. During the consultation, we will gather the necessary information, provide preliminary advice on your options and outline the next steps. Following this consultation, we can provide you with an estimate of costs for your matter.
Legal action or “litigation” comes with uncertainty. While we can give you an idea of how strong your case is, there’s no certainty until the court gives a judgment, and even then, the other side may appeal. In litigation things can also change quickly. For example, a witness might change their story or contradict themselves under cross-examination, which can destroy their credibility.
You should be prepared for the unexpected and before diving in consider:
You need to be prepared for changes and setbacks along the way – much like success litigation isn’t one straight line.
If you’re tired of fighting over contract terms, performance, or breach issues, it’s time to let us take over. We’ll work to resolve the dispute so you can get back to business without the legal headaches.
