Commercial Litigation
Lansdowne Law acts for clients across the full spectrum of commercial litigation, from insolvency and financial disputes to charity, partnership, shareholder, and construction matters. Our specialist team provides practical, tailored advice to help resolve disputes efficiently while protecting our clients’ interests and minimising disruption to their business operations.
Financial Disputes
We assist clients in resolving disputes relating to finance, investment mismanagement, fraud, and breach of contract. In cases of financial mis-selling, including unsuitable investments, pensions, insurance, or loans, we guide clients on the options available and help them navigate claims to secure fair outcomes, combining strategic advice with hands-on support
Our commercially focused approach ensures that clients’ interests are protected while pursuing practical and effective resolutions. throughout the process.
Financial Mis-selling:
Guidance on pursuing claims for mis-sold financial products, including investments, pensions, insurance, loans, and derivatives.
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Charity Disputes
We advise charities and not-for-profit organisations on disputes that may impact operations, reputation, or stakeholder relationships. From litigation and statutory applications to reputational matters, our team provides clear, considered guidance that protects the charity’s mission and public trust.
By understanding the unique pressures faced by charities, we ensure that legal advice is practical and sensitive, supporting organisations to resolve disputes effectively while maintaining strong internal and external relationships.
Partnerships and Shareholders
Business relationships can sometimes break down, leading to deadlocks, disputes, or breaches of duty. We advise partnerships, directors, and shareholders on their rights and remedies, helping resolve conflicts through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Our team works closely with clients to develop strategies that protect business continuity and maximise outcomes, offering practical, commercially minded guidance that addresses the complexities of partnership and shareholder disputes.
Construction
Our construction dispute specialists advise on matters arising during and after construction projects. We support individuals, businesses, and charities in managing complex, high-value disputes, providing guidance on negotiation, mediation, adjudication, and litigation.
By combining legal expertise with a practical understanding of the construction industry, we help clients mitigate risks, resolve disputes efficiently, and achieve cost-effective outcomes that protect their projects and interests.
Corporate Insolvency
When businesses face financial distress, swift and strategic action is essential. Our Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency team works closely with companies, directors, and stakeholders to assess the situation, explore available options and deliver the most commercially viable outcomes.
Insolvency can be a challenging and uncertain process, but our team’s depth of experience ensures that clients receive clear, practical advice at every stage. Drawing on expertise across the firm, we help businesses navigate administration, liquidation, restructuring and recovery always with a view to safeguarding future objectives and restoring confidence.
Financial Disputes
Financial disputes can carry significant commercial and reputational implications. Our solicitors provide experienced guidance on a wide range of financial matters, including complex mis-selling claims and regulatory investigations.
We have acted in disputes involving misrepresentation, breach of contract, fraud, and professional negligence within the financial services sector. Our in-depth understanding of both financial products and regulatory frameworks enables us to provide clear, effective representation, ensuring clients’ interests are robustly protected and their objectives achieved efficiently.
Corporate Governance and Ownership Disputes
Disputes between shareholders, directors, or business partners can have a lasting impact on a company’s stability and leadership. Our Commercial Litigation team advises on all aspects of corporate governance and ownership disputes, offering strategic solutions that balance legal precision with commercial pragmatism.
We regularly act for companies, directors, shareholders, and partners, guiding them through issues such as breach of fiduciary duty, unfair prejudice claims, and corporate deadlock. Our approach is always focused on achieving resolution quickly and cost-effectively — whether through negotiation, mediation, or formal litigation when necessary.
Commercial Landlord and Tenant Disputes
Commercial property disputes often require careful handling to protect both financial and operational interests. Our specialist lawyers assist landlords, tenants, and managing agents in resolving issues relating to lease terms, rent reviews, dilapidations, forfeiture, and possession.
We explore all practical solutions, including structured negotiation, mediation and litigation where required. Our goal is to preserve business continuity while ensuring clients’ legal and commercial interests remain fully protected.
Goods and Services Disputes
Disputes over the sale or supply of goods and services can interrupt business operations and damage commercial relationships. Our team acts for businesses across a range of sectors in resolving such disputes from product quality and defective supply issues to contractual breaches and non-payment claims.
We combine legal expertise with commercial awareness, helping clients identify the best route to resolution. Whether through negotiation, arbitration, or formal court proceedings, our focus is on minimising risk, protecting reputation and achieving a commercially sensible outcome.
Franchising and Licensing Disputes
Franchise and licensing arrangements are often intricate and commercially sensitive. Our solicitors advise both franchisors and franchisees on disputes arising from franchise agreements, licensing arrangements and operational compliance.
Drawing on extensive experience, our team assists in resolving conflicts efficiently while preserving commercial relationships where possible. From misrepresentation and performance disputes to territorial or contractual disagreements, we provide clear, pragmatic advice to protect our clients’ commercial interests and brand reputation.
Personal Bankruptcy Disputes
Financial difficulty can affect anyone. Our insolvency solicitors offer confidential, empathetic, and professional support to individuals facing bankruptcy or personal debt challenges.
We provide advice on all available solutions including Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs), debt management plans, and formal bankruptcy proceedings. Our focus is always on helping clients regain control, reduce financial stress, and rebuild towards a sustainable future.
Commercial Contract Disputes
Commercial contracts are the foundation of every business relationship and when disputes arise, they require decisive and informed handling. Our lawyers advise on all forms of contractual disputes, including breach of agreement, non-performance, and enforcement issues.
We work closely with clients to develop practical strategies aligned with their commercial goals. Where possible, we pursue early resolution through negotiation or mediation; where necessary, we provide strong representation through arbitration or litigation to achieve the desired outcome swiftly and cost-effectively.
Intellectual Property Litigation
Intellectual property rights are among a business’s most valuable assets. Our IP disputes team advises clients on protecting, enforcing, and defending those rights across a full range of contentious IP matters.
We act in disputes involving trademarks, copyright, patents, and design rights helping clients to safeguard their creative and commercial assets. Our approach is strategic, combining deep legal knowledge with commercial understanding to deliver effective, proportionate solutions that protect both innovation and reputation.