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Commercial litigation and disputes

Dispute resolution solicitors for business

Commercial disputes will always be a risk for any business. When they happen, they‘re disruptive and create a drain on time, resources and cashflow. If you do find yourself caught in a dispute, you need to have the right legal team on your side in order to minimise the impact on you and your business.

At Clarke Willmott, we act in disputes across a wide range of industries and sectors – We understand the challenges and commercial implications of disputes on a business and the stress they can place on staff and management. We also know the importance of a prompt an effective resolution.

Whether you are bringing or defending a claim, our specialist commercial litigation team will provide you with expert advice and guidance, however tough, challenging or complex the situation.

Talk to our team

If your business is faced with a potential dispute, speak to a member of our commercial litigation team.

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How our commercial litigation solicitors can help

Who we can help and how

The Clarke Willmott commercial litigation team acts for clients across the commercial world including listed companies, SMEs, lending institutions, public sector, owner managed business, partnerships charities and co-operative bodies .

Our approach to dispute resolution is measured, pragmatic and tenacious when called for. It relies on strong team work and careful preparation to devise the best strategy and implement it cost-effectively and efficiently. As a case progresses, we are fully prepared to adapt and respond swiftly without losing focus on the desired outcome.

Protecting our clients’ best interests, reputation and bottom line is always our top priority. And we’ll always aim to save valuable time, money and stress by diffusing any dispute at the earliest opportunity, settling outside of the courts wherever possible through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) such as negotiation, mediation and arbitration.

Why choose Clarke Willmott for business disputes?

‘The team is professional, courteous and acts with integrity. They are always there to support clients with a first-class service.’

– Legal 500, 2025

Masters at their art in all departments, and they seem to have unlimited depth. It never fails to impress how diligent they are and how quickly they respond.

– Chambers, 2025

‘Clarke Willmott have an outstanding litigation team. They bridge the gap between regional and national, with expert lawyers who can take on everything from planning and property issues in the South West to heavy commercial litigation in London.’

– Legal 500, 2025

They helped the client take a very commercial view on the proceedings and were knowledgeable and pragmatic. Tasks were appropriately resourced, and they were impressively proactive in communications.

– Chambers, 2025

Contact a commercial litigation solicitor today

Our specialist commercial litigation solicitors based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton and Taunton, are ready to discuss your business’s case. Call a member of our team on 0800 652 8025 or get in touch online

Your key contacts

Damian Pitts

Partner

London
Damian is an experienced litigator who is able to get positive results in a wide range of commercial and financial disputes on behalf of both private individuals and businesses.
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David Stedman

Partner

Bristol
David Stedman is a Partner. He advises in a range of disputes including professional negligence, breach of contract, partnership disputes, misrepresentation, breach of confidence and claims for defamation.
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John Flint

Partner

Manchester
John Flint is a Partner in Clarke Willmott’s commercial & private client litigation team, specialising in defamation and reputational management as well as director, shareholder and partnership disputes.
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Louise Goodwin

Partner

Manchester
Louise Goodwin is a Partner in Clarke Willmott’s commercial & private client litigation team, advising on all areas of dispute resolution from defamation and reputational management to encompassing injunctive proceedings.
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Meet our wider Commercial and Private Client team

With seven offices throughout England and Wales, Clarke Willmott is a national law firm with a local presence. Click to learn more about our wider team of legal professionals and how they can support you.

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