Litigation Philosophy

We present our advice in the style most appropriate to the nature and quantum of the claim. And just the way you want it. In the same way, our philosophy towards litigation is always reflective of your needs and requirements.

Our approach is tailored towards a reduction in our clients’ litigation spend. We help you control your cost-to-claim ratios. We reserve accurately, and we resolve claims as quickly and economically as possible. We know that it is your money at stake, not ours. But we protect it as if it was our own.

We approach all claims from a commercial perspective. Whatever the circumstances, everything we do for you has to make commercial sense, not just the advice itself.

All litigation is inherently uncertain. In most cases, we encourage commercial settlement by:

• persuading parties and their advisers of weaknesses in their claims
• highlighting the risks of litigation
• undermining confidence by skilful presentation of your case.

This process can very often be helped by alternative dispute resolution (ADR), particularly mediation. Sometimes, more formal methods such as Part 36 offers or strategic applications can be used as part of the ADR strategy.

There is no one-size fits all approach. Some people respond better to a strong-arm approach, others to conciliation. We aim to identify what approach works as soon as possible. However, we always adopt a patient, reasoned, and respectful approach towards opponents. This is usually the best way to achieve early resolution.

Litigating cases through to trial benefits no-one, other than lawyers. But in certain cases, trial is unavoidable. We see this as a last resort, but if you want us to fight, you can rely on us to fight the best case we can.