Commercial Contract Disputes Solicitors

Commercial contract disputes are the most common types of business disagreements. We know how stressful these types of disputes can be. Our Business Litigation Solicitors will do everything possible to resolve matters outside of court. However, if litigation proves inevitable, we will leave no stone unturned to get the best result possible for you.

If a supplier, customer, or business partner has breached a contract with you in England and Wales, the strength of your position depends on the wording of the contract, the evidence you have preserved, and how quickly you act. Our business litigation solicitors have a robust track record of successfully resolving commercial contract disputes, both in and out of court. You can trust our team to act strategically, always protecting your best interests and focusing on getting the result you want.

What does our commercial contract disputes service cover?

Contract disputes move quickly once a breach comes to light, and the right strategy depends on the remedy you actually need. We advise and act on:

Advising on breach of contract claims, including assessing liability and the strength of your evidence.
Pre-action correspondence and negotiation, resolving disputes before proceedings are issued wherever possible.
Mediation and alternative dispute resolution, including arbitration where the contract specifies it as the dispute resolution route.
Claims for damages, specific performance, and injunctive relief, depending on the remedy that fits your situation.
Disputes over contract interpretation, including ambiguous or poorly drafted clauses.
Disputes arising from termination of a contract, including wrongful termination and repudiatory breach.
Defending claims brought against you for alleged breach of contract.
Enforcement of judgments and settlement agreements once a dispute has been resolved.
Advising on limitation issues under the Limitation Act 1980 before a claim is issued.

Why choose Law Lane Solicitors for commercial contract disputes?

With over 20 years of commercial law experience, we understand how business relationships work and the most common reasons for contact disputes develop. We work quickly and strategically to determine your position and pursue mediation and negotiation first where that serves your commercial interests, and we litigate decisively where it does not. As a full-service firm, we also advise on wider commercial and property issues that often accompany a contract dispute.

Get in touch

If you are pursuing a claim, or defending one, our commercial team can advise you on the strongest and most cost-effective way forward. Phone 020 7870 4870 or email info@lawlanesolicitors.co.uk to make an appointment.

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Frequently Asked Questions – Contract Disputes

What should I do if a supplier or customer breaches a contract?

Review the contract for notice requirements before you act, since many contracts impose strict deadlines and procedures for raising a breach. Preserve all correspondence and evidence of the loss the breach has caused you, because both liability and quantum will need to be proved if the dispute is not resolved by negotiation. We advise on your options and the strength of your position within days of a breach coming to light.

Do I have to go to court to resolve a contract dispute?

Most commercial contract disputes settle through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration before a claim reaches trial, and the Civil Procedure Rules require parties to consider alternative dispute resolution before issuing proceedings. Litigation remains available where a resolution cannot be reached, and some contracts specify arbitration or another dispute resolution route as a condition of the agreement. We pursue the route most likely to resolve your dispute quickly and cost-effectively.

What remedies are available if a contract is breached?

The usual remedy for breach of contract is damages, intended to put you in the position you would have been in had the contract been performed, but in some cases specific performance or an injunction may be available where damages would not adequately compensate you. The remedy available depends on the type of breach and what the contract itself provides for. We advise on the remedy that best fits your commercial objective, alongside the strongest legal argument.

How long do I have to bring a claim for breach of contract?

Under the Limitation Act 1980, you generally have six years from the date of the breach to bring a claim for breach of a simple contract, or twelve years if the contract was executed as a deed. Missing this deadline bars your claim entirely, regardless of its merits, so we assess your limitation position at the outset of every dispute.

How much does an initial consultation cost?

We offer a fixed-fee initial consultation for commercial dispute matters. At that meeting, we listen to your situation, identify the legal issues, and explain the steps and costs involved. Get in touch to arrange a time.