Litigation

In an ideal world all disputes would be settled amicably. However, occasionally situations arise where litigation is the only viable option. Business and individuals are forced to litigate out of necessity.

At BKS our aim in litigation is simple. To bring the litigation to a swift conclusion and in doing so achieve the best result for our client as could have been expected. We are fully prepared to use all available means to pursue or defend your interests by way of court proceedings. Areas in which we can assist you include the following:-

• Debt collection
• Neighbour/boundary disputes
• Landlord & tenant disputes
• Personal injury actions
• Consumer advice
• Business/partnership disputes
• Company insolvency & winding up
• Personal debt & bankruptcy
• Commercial contract disputes
• Agency agreements
• Breach of contract
• Negligence actions
• Injunctions & frozen assets

Our Key Skills

Dispute Analysis
Case Management
Risk Management
Negotiation
Advocacy

Dispute Analysis

At our initial interview we aim to extract all relevant facts from you as to the circumstances surrounding your dispute. Once in possession of the facts we are is a position to analyse your dispute in a legal context. It is then possible to draw conclusions as to the strengths and weaknesses of your case and set ourselves realistic objectives.

Case Management

Once a realistic approach to your dispute has been formed, it will be skillfully managed. Any further material required to support your case shall be researched and your case will be constantly monitored. As the case continues to unravel, all legal avenues will be pursued and every course of action available to promote your case will be taken. We endeavour to use our knowledge of the law and of the tactics often utilised in the litigation arena to anticipate the thought processes occurring in the minds of your opponents and to counter any strategies they may have. All the while we will update you as to the progress of your case via telephone, post or email, which ever is most convenient to you.

Risk Management

As your opponents case unravels, the degree of risk involved in the litigation will change. We will attempt to pre-empt any surprises they may have which may increase the risk and do all we can to minimise that risk. If at any point we feel that the tables have turned permanently to our client's detriment, we make them aware of the potential for failure and set our minds on damage limitation.

Negotiation

The ability to negotiate effectively on behalf of your client is crucial to the litigation process. It requires awareness of a client's realistic position and anticipation of the opponent's strengths and exploitation of their weaknesses. The litigation department at BKS combine their litigation expertise with the excellent people and communication skills required during the negotiation process.

Advocacy

Our role is to present your case to a court in the best possible light. We maintain excellent relationships with barristers in every legal field, as well as non-legal professionals and experts who can be called in to support your case and provide independent advice.