Miles Herman is a clever, understated lawyer who is at the top of his game.
There can be a lot at stake in a partnership dispute. As well as posing a risk to the business itself, a disagreement may also threaten the careers and reputations of the partners and members involved. This means it’s vital to prevent, manage and resolve any partnership dispute as effectively and efficiently as possible. This can seem difficult when a lot of time, emotion and money has been invested in the business, particularly if the dispute escalates and becomes acrimonious.
We continuously work with partnerships across various sectors and pride ourselves on providing advice and representation aimed at putting our clients in the strongest possible position, whether in negotiations or litigation. We take a cross-departmental approach tailored to your circumstances, so you know you have the best possible legal team working for you. For more information, please contact us.
We have a deep understanding of the legal, commercial and regulatory context partnerships operate in, and vast experience working with partnerships and individual departing or remaining partners from many different sectors and professions, including medical practitioners, accountants, architects, surveyors and solicitors. Our expertise in partnership law includes the following areas:
Our approach is based on taking timely action to achieve early dispute settlement. We always aim to end the dispute swiftly and in a mutually acceptable way that avoids expensive and complex litigation. To that end, we regularly assist clients to resolve partnership disputes through negotiation, mediation and arbitration. These are particularly effective, confidential and low-cost methods of dispute resolution and our specialist partnership dispute solicitors are ready to guide you through the entire process.
If court action is unavoidable, our highly experienced and effective litigators are ready to fight your corner. Our specialist team of civil litigators (all of whom are City firm trained) have strong, highly honed advocacy skills, lengthy experience, commercial acumen and a successful track record acting for individuals and companies both in the UK and abroad. Our fees are also highly competitive.
If a partnership dispute cannot be settled through alternative dispute resolution, the matter will be determined by the court. Whether a partnership dispute will proceed in the county courts or High Court, and the length of time litigation will take, depends on the size and complexity of the case. Every claim must go through certain stages and meet procedural requirements and deadlines. This requires a pro-active, strategic approach, both when preparing a case and when arguing in court.
The first stage of a partnership dispute claim requires the parties to make a reasonable attempt to settle. If this isn’t possible, proceedings are issued. This next stage requires the claimant to issue a claim form detailing their case, which is then served on the defendant. The defendant must then indicate whether they intend to defend against the claim. If they decide to do so, they must serve their defence and any counterclaim. This stage involves the payment of fees and is subject to strict deadlines. Any failure to meet these requirements is unlikely to attract the sympathy of the court, and can result in the case being struck out or a summary judgment made against the defendant.
Once case management decisions have been made and relevant documents and evidence have been disclosed to the other party, the trial will be held at a predetermined date. This primarily involves oral hearings where each party’s advocate puts forward their client’s case on the basis of evidence and law. Once the trial ends, the judge will make a decision. In some situations, it may be possible to appeal the decision. If the unsuccessful party fails to adhere to the judgment, enforcement measures are available.
If you are involved in a partnership dispute or have been threatened with legal action, you need expert advice from experienced litigators. Our specialist partnership law advocates are ready to guide your claim or defence throughout the entire process.
If you are involved in a dispute or have been threatened with legal action, you need expert advice. Our solicitors have decades of experience advising and representing clients across the full spectrum of legal areas. We have been particularly successful assisting clients to resolve disputes concerning the rights and liabilities of parties following a partner’s retirement or removal, or if the partnership is being dissolved or wound-up.
With offices in Camden, we represent and advise clients in Central London, West London, North London and across the UK. For more information on how our specialist partnership dispute lawyers can help you, please contact us.
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Miles Herman is a clever, understated lawyer who is at the top of his game.
Richard McConnell carried out conveyance for my family on 4 London flats, 1 sale and 3 purchases. In each instance he was excellent. The attention to detail and communication throughout the process was perfect. I have recommended Richard to several family members and friends who have been extremely pleased. I would have no hesitation in using Richard McConnell and Lewis Nedas in the future should the need arise.
I wanted to take the opportunity as well to thank you for everything that you have done on this case. The result that we got on Monday will have a massive positive impact not only on my life but the lives of all my family including that of my own son. I personally was struggling to hold back the tears when the sentence was being delivered by the judge and I know my father and sister felt the same too. It must be fantastic to work in a way that can have such a positive impact on people’s lives and I want you to know how much it all means to us all. Thanks a million and good luck with all that you do going forward.
Lewis Nedas advised me in a serious case of insider dealing. The lead solicitor dealing with my case was Jeffrey Lewis, who impressed me with his quick grasp of the very complex circumstances. His in-depth knowledge of how the City really works and his long experience of serious financial crime gave me great confidence. But it was also his friendly and supportive attitude, and readiness to take calls (or return them promptly if he was in court) which was very reassuring. I was delighted with the positive result of the case, and the speed and efficiency with which it was handled.
Lewis Nedas Law Limited, led by Jeffrey Lewis, is known as ‘an exceptional firm with a strong team of talented and expert criminal lawyers’. The practice offers a wide range of high-end legal services, including on cases concerning espionage, terrorism, and murder. Siobhain Egan has strong experience in multi-jurisdictional matters; recent highlight engagements concern organ trafficking and terrorism financing, among other matters. Unan Choudhury is noted for his work regarding espionage and murders, while Keith Wood is an expert in High Court contempt proceedings which arise from criminal activity. Other key figures include Miles Herman, who represents clients in complex litigations.
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