Civil Disputes
Debt, contract and property disputes resolved efficiently, and litigated properly when they must be.
Our team offers strong representation to help you navigate civil disputes, whether you are an individual or a business.
We aim to resolve matters efficiently with a view to avoiding the expense of litigation wherever possible, but we will vigorously represent your interests in court if litigation becomes necessary.
What we can help with
- Contract disputes
- Debt recovery
- Building and property disputes
- VCAT proceedings
- Magistrates' and County Court claims
- Negotiated settlements and mediation
Common questions
Civil Disputes FAQs
- Is it worth suing?
- Sometimes not. We look at the merits, the likely recovery, the cost and whether the other side can actually pay before recommending you spend money on a dispute.
- Can this be resolved without court?
- Often yes. A properly drafted letter of demand or a mediation resolves many disputes far more cheaply than proceedings. We prepare as though it may go to court, which usually improves the settlement.
Who you will deal with
Your lawyers
Insights
Reading on civil disputes matters
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ReadNot sure where you stand? Ask us.
Tell us what has happened in a few sentences. We will tell you whether you need a lawyer, what the process looks like and what it is likely to cost before you commit to anything.