Dispute resolution

Welcome to Alstern Solicitors - A leading UK dispute resolution and civil litigation law firmOur experienced dispute resolution solicitors advise individuals, families and businesses on a wide range of civil and commercial disputes with strategic and commercial focus, including commercial litigation, contract disputes, landlord and tenant matters, debt recovery, shareholder disputes, professional negligence claims, property litigation and alternative dispute resolution.

Take control and protect your position

A dispute may begin with an unpaid invoice, a disagreement over a contract or a promise that has not been honoured. If it is not addressed promptly, it can affect cash flow, business operations, important relationships and peace of mind.

Depending on the circumstances, the appropriate approach may involve negotiation, mediation or court proceedings. Our aim is to develop a proportionate strategy that protects your interests and reflects your practical objectives, without allowing the dispute to escalate unnecessarily.

How Alstern Solicitors Can Assist You

Alstern Solicitors assists individuals and businesses with contractual, commercial, property and debt-related disputes. We review the available evidence, assess the legal position and provide clear advice on the potential options, costs and risks.

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Our Proven Legal Support Process

Step 1

Initial Legal Assessment

Consultation & Evaluation

Instruction & Onboarding

Ongoing Support

Completion & Application

Contact our SRA-regulated dispute resolution team for a free initial review. We assess your circumstances, identify the legal issues involved and confirm whether we can assist. If suitable, you will receive an overview of the likely legal process, an estimated fee quotation and a general list of documents required.

We recommend an initial consultation to receive tailored legal advice specific to your dispute. Your solicitor will assess the strengths and risks of your case, explain your legal options and advise on the most effective strategy, whether through negotiation, ADR or litigation. Consultations are available in person or remotely via secure video conferencing for UK and international clients.

Once instructed, we formally open your file, issue our engagement documentation and begin protecting your legal position immediately. Depending on your case, this may include reviewing evidence, preparing correspondence, issuing a Letter Before Action or responding to proceedings. Our legal team provides regular updates throughout your matter, ensuring you remain fully informed while we pursue the most commercially sensible solution. Clients also benefit from the statutory 14-day cancellation period where applicable under UK consumer legislation.

We begin with a detailed consultation to:Assess your eligibility under UK Immigration RulesReview your relationship history and immigration backgroundIdentify potential risks or weaknessesProvide clear advice on the most suitable visa routeYou will leave the consultation with a realistic legal strategy not false promises.

Step 1

Initial Legal Assessment

Consultation & Evaluation

Instruction & Onboarding

Ongoing Support

Completion & Application

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Support Process

Frequently asked questions

Do you need further assistance?

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Do I have to try to resolve a dispute before going to court?

Usually, yes. In most civil disputes in England and Wales, the court expects parties to take proper pre-action steps before issuing proceedings. That does not mean every case must settle, but it does mean parties should usually exchange enough information to understand the issues, consider settlement, and consider some form of ADR before asking the court to intervene.

Can the court force parties to mediate or use ADR?

Yes, in principle. The court can lawfully stay proceedings for, or order parties to engage in, a non-court-based dispute resolution process, provided the order does not impair the essence of the right to a judicial hearing and is proportionate to the legitimate aim of resolving the dispute fairly, quickly and at reasonable cost.

What happens if the other side ignores my letter before action or refuses ADR?

Ignoring a proper pre-action letter, failing to engage meaningfully, or unreasonably refusing ADR can have real procedural and costs consequences. The court may take such conduct into account when managing the case and when deciding who should pay costs.

What evidence should I gather at the start of a dispute?

The best approach is to gather and preserve the documents that show: what was agreed, what happened, what loss was caused, and what steps were taken to resolve matters. In many disputes, early evidence management is one of the biggest factors affecting outcome, cost and settlement leverage.

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