Private Client Disputes

Private Client Disputes

Disputes are an unwelcome disruption to day-to-day life, but when they do arise, it is important to have the right team at your side.

At DJM our Litigators provide excellent and practical legal advice, with our client’s best interests being our utmost priority. Quite simply, we work to the highest standard to help you attain your objectives.

At an early stage, we will evaluate your dispute and establish which options present the most suitable and cost-effective solution for you. At DJM, our experience of all possible means of dispute resolution, from round table negotiation to court proceedings before the County Court, High Court and Court of Appeal. Our relationships with both local barristers and national Chambers provide first class advice and assistance at discounted rates.

However, dispute resolution is not solely about litigation through the courts. We regularly assist our clients through the many alternative routes to resolving a dispute including negotiation, mediation, adjudication, arbitration or independent evaluation. Our bespoke service of independent case review for each matter will quickly identify the most suitable option for you.

Within DJM’s Dispute Resolution team we have a wealth of experience across numerous sectors, including:

• Access and Boundary disputes
• Rights of Way and Easement disputes
• Private Construction disputes
• Landlord and Tenant disputes
• Adverse possession claims
• Will validity disputes
• Inheritance disputes
• Executor/Trustee disputes
• Trust disputes and disputes relating to the actions of Trustees
• Claims relating to negligent drafting of Wills
• Claims relating to negligent administration of Estates
• Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
• Cohabitee disputes
• Private claims for debt recovery
• Professional negligence claims
• Defamation claims