We know that disputes can be expensive and time consuming to your business. We will therefore be able to advise you on early settlements and mediations and other dispute resolution options.
When you become involved in litigation you want to be represented by experienced professionals who not only understand the legal issues but also the commercial realities of the world in which we operate. That’s what we do.
At Kitsons we have a team of specialists with years of experience in helping and assisting your business if it becomes involved in a dispute.
Hayley is a solicitor in our Litigation team.
James is a Partner and Head of our Litigation team
Nicholas is a Partner and member of the Compliance Team
Lauren is a Solicitor in the Dispute Resolution/ Litigation team
Rhoda is a Solicitor in our Property Litigation team
Katy is an Associate Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution & Litigation team
Angie is Lead Secretary and a Legal Support Assistant in our Litigation team
Heather is a Trainee Solicitor in our Insolvency & Litigation teams
Danielle is a Legal Secretary in our Litigation and Employment teams
Jade is a Trainee Chartered Legal Executive in our Litigation and Employment teams
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The Legislation
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