Commercial Litigation

Men shaking handsHugh James has a formidable reputation and proven track record for commercial litigation.

 

We do everything we can to get you the best available commercial solution.

 

 

 

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Hugh James legal commercial litigation service

 

We stand by our clients throughout the duration of a commercial dispute, deploying our specialist teams to minimise costs, damage and disruption to your business activities. 

 

Our expert team has the strength and depth needed to provide a complete legal service for all aspects of commercial disputes including:

 

  • Contractual disputes
  • Defamation claims
  • Information Technology disputes
  • Insolvency
  • Intellectual Property disputes
  • Liability claims
  • Recovery of debts
  • Shareholder disputes

 

We deploy our expertise in negotiation, mediation and arbitration to resolve disputes.

 

At Hugh James our approach is based on listening to your concerns, then devising and effecting a strategic plan which ensures resolution is achieved in the most cost-effective and suitable manner for you.

 

We are tenacious on your behalf, exploring all avenues to make the resolution of disputes as painless as possible.

 

Above all at Hugh James we communicate. We keep you informed.

 

We know that you don’t want unpleasant surprises. We know that cost control is important.   We always consider how alternative charging might work for each client’s circumstances, including discounted rate, conditional fee agreements and third party funding options.

 

We pledge to keep all of our clients informed though to the conclusion of the dispute.

 

We have a diverse client base and vast experience across a broad range of sectors including utilities companies, local and national government, education and private companies, both large and small.

 

Our extensive experience gives you the peace of mind that if you need to litigate you have the best advisors on your side.

 

 


Hugh James commercial litigation experience

 

Recent commercial litigation matters in which we have been involved include:

 

  • Advising the Welsh Rugby Union on its groundbreaking £30 million agreement relating to the funding and operation of its four rugby regions: the Cardiff Blues, the Llanelli Scarlets, the Newport-Gwent Dragons and the Ospreys.

 

  • Represented the Welsh Assembly Government in a complex dispute concerning a joint venture agreement to develop an international business park on the outskirts of Cardiff. Claim dealt with under an Expert Determination Clause in the contract.

 

  • Advising Millennium Stadium Plc in dispute with an organiser of a boxing event at the stadium.

 

  • Represented Lloyds underwriters in the multi party TAG AIL.

 

  • Advising the New York office of AIG in relation to its exposure to claims arising from the Buncefield explosion where the claims run to many hundreds of million pounds.

 

  • Advised British Virgin Island Company in a $10m dispute relating to disputed options rights under a joint venture agreement for gold mining rights in South Africa.

 

  • Advised a large multinational in relation to potential liability for fluoride contamination of land, including complex land title investigations.

Contact

 

Richard LockeRichard Locke

Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution

 

E richard.locke@hughjames.com

T 029 2039 1055

 

 

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Contact

Richard LockeRichard Locke

Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution

 

E richard.locke@hughjames.com

T 029 2039 1055

 

 

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Testimonials

 

"I’ve really got to go on record to thank...the WRU’s solicitors Hugh James for all they did for me. They left no stone unturned and have really looked after me. I found myself in a difficult position, but I’m just glad it’s all over now and it was just great to be part of the winning team."

 

Source: Lee Byrne, quoted in Daily Post North Wales 05 I 02 I 10

 


 

“Great relationships, based on trust and confidence, are essential to our business.  Add to that the three ingredients we always look for in people - exceptional capability, attitude and integrity - and you'll know why we choose to work with Hugh James.”

Roger Lewis, Group CEO, Welsh Rugby Union

 


 

“Hugh James truly care about their clients and that is reflected in the quality of the advice given … they are always prepared to stick their head above the parapet”

Peter Jones, Head of Economic Regulation, Welsh Water

 


Hugh James' Gareth Williams ('a top performer') and Richard Locke ('the right man for the job and gets results') are popular with clients. The firm is experienced in multi-party litigation and also advises on high-value disputes.

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