We fully understand that commercial disputes can be disruptive, costly
and time-consuming. Seeking legal advice from the outset and being aware
of your legal position will often minimise the risk and impact.
Our team is committed to providing their clients with a quick and proactive
service in the most cost-effective way and court action is only used as a last
resort.
We advise many creditors and individuals on matters relating to
personal insolvency.
Our team consider the practicalities of maximising the recovery for
creditors and finding practical solutions for individuals. We
acknowledge that these matters can be sensitive, so our team take a
forward-thinking and practical approach to suit the required needs.
For advice on bankruptcy and statutory demands, please get in touch.
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At times we may be supplied with goods or services which fall below
our expectations, the service or goods provided are of poor quality or
they don’t meet our requirements. Similarly, you may incur
difficulties in the way in which credit agreements are agreed and
operated.
This is a complex and wide-ranging area of law which is constantly
changing. Our team of lawyers is here to offer you support and
guidance to reach the right outcome.
For advice on consumer disputes, please get in touch.
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Our specialist team of lawyers is equipped to deal with a wide range
of disputes. We recognise that litigation can be an expensive process
but with our skill and knowledge, we take a pragmatic and sensible
approach.
We are committed to minimising the impact of the dispute and finding a
strategy which achieves the best possible result for you with Court
action being used as a last resort.
For advice on contract disputes, please contact us.
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We take a sensible and commercial approach to debt recovery. Our aim
is to ensure that the debtor pays. We understand that at times it may
not be cost effective to seek the recovery of debts but this can have
an impact on your finances. We therefore adopt a diplomatic but firm
approach to achieve the desired result.
We deal with a range of debt recovery matters from issuing initial
demand letters through to enforcement, dealing with any insolvency
matters that may be relevant.
For advice on debt recovery, please contact us.
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We advise on a number of boundary and land disputes including:
- Rights of way
- Access for repairs
- Hedges and overgrown trees
- Shared amenities
- Boundaries
- Fences and walls
In these types of disputes, costs can easily escalate and the matter
can become very protracted. Using our team’s expertise we seek to
minimise the impact and resolve the matter as quickly as we can,
working with you to achieve the best result possible.
For advice on land and property disputes, please contact us.
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In either case, the law and its procedures must be followed otherwise
there may be further delays, increased costs and at worst criminal
sanctions. We understand that these issues are not straightforward but
with the help of our team, we can guide and advise you through the
process.
We are skilled at advising residential landlords in
disputes relating to:
- Possession
- Rent arrears
- Deposits
- Repairs
- Rent increases
For advice for landlords in landlord and tenant disputes, please contact us.
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There are times when you may receive a poor service or incorrect
advice from those who were placed in a position of trust such as
solicitors, accountants, surveyors, insurance brokers, architects and property agents.
This can often lead to missed opportunities and severe financial
implications.
At SME, we understand that this can undermine your trust in a
particular profession. Our team of specialist lawyers strives to deal
with such issues and resolve the matter as quickly as possible.
For advice on professional negligence claims, please contact us.
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Dealing with the loss of a loved one is one of the most upsetting and
difficult things you will go through. The situation can be exacerbated
if you feel the Will has not appropriately provided for you, or
someone close to you, or if the person dealing with the Estate is not
doing what they should.
Our team will support you through what can often be an upsetting time, advising you of
your options and working with you to resolve matters as quickly as
possible.
For advice on contentious probate disputes, please contact us.
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