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Commercial Litigation Services

Commercial Litigation Introduction

Business disputes can occur on a range of issues from time to time, and we can assist you in managing and, where possible, resolving the dispute through alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation, expert determination or arbitration.

How our expertise can help you

Our Commercial Litigation team also have a wide experience of court proceedings, from County Court actions through to the Appeal Courts. Whether you are making a claim or defending one, we have a broad experience and can assist with choosing the right Barrister, helping with expert evidence and dealing with various types of hearings, including seeking or defending injunctive relief claims, court applications, and disclosure and seizure of assets.

Additionally, our team advise on all types of commercial litigation disputes between businesses, including the following range of areas:

  • Contractual Claims: Agency, supply, service, franchise and distribution arrangements.
  • Intellectual Property: Passing off, Trade Mark infringement, Copyright, Patent and Design infringement.
  • IT and Software: Breach of contract and warranty claims.
  • Corporate Litigation: Warranty claims, shareholder disputes, unfair prejudice and derivative claims.
  • Commercial Property: Dilapidation claims and lease renewals.
  • Defamation and Privacy: Protecting your reputation and privacy, malicious falsehood claims and claims involving online reviews.

Finally, we will also be able to put you in touch with litigation funders if a certain criteria is met, and we can also act under your insurance policy in terms of legal expenses cover if appropriate.

We excel at providing Clear, Practical Advice delivered in a straightforward manner. Contact our Commercial Litigation team on 01772 555176 or email webenquiries@vslaw.co.uk for more information.

Meet our team of experts

Corporate and Commercial Law

Michael Sandys

Call today 01772 28 03 29 Email michaelsandys@vslaw.co.uk

Michael Sandys is Corporate and Commercial Law Director at Vincents Solicitors.

Michael is qualified as both a Barrister and a Solicitor having a Law Degree from King’s College London and a Masters in International Law from University of Liverpool.

Read Michael’s full bio here.

Company and Commercial Law

Drew Barrow

Call today 01772 555 176 Email drewbarrow@vslaw.co.uk

Drew is a Corporate and Commercial Solicitor based in Preston, covering a range of work for individual clients and businesses in a number of areas, both contentious and non-contentious, in Commercial and Corporate, Intellectual Property (IP), Defamation and Employment.

Read Drew’s Full Biography

Corporate and Commercial Law

Karen Sandys

Call today 01772 280 331 Email karensandys@vslaw.co.uk

Karen Sandys is a Corporate and Commercial Legal Administrator at Vincents Solicitors.

Read Karen’s full bio here.

Medical Negligence

Zarafsha Hussain

Call today 01772 269923 Email zarafshahussain@vslaw.co.uk

Zarafsha Hussain is a Trainee Solicitor at Vincents Solicitors.

Read Zarafsha’s full biography here.

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Drew Barrow, Vincents Solicitors
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Zarafsha Hussain, Vincents Solicitors
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Frequently asked questions

Advice on the correct business entity to use.  Help with Terms and Conditions, contracts and protecting the Intellectual Property created by you.
We can assist you with reputation management and advise on defamation, privacy and brand protection. 
By having the correct policies and procedures in place including Non Disclosure Agreement’s (NDA’s) and using copyright database rights.  We have the experience to guide you through this.
We can advise on the various types of business trade marks whether a creative logo/ design or a name and help you through the process of protecting your rights in the UK and Europe.
We advise clients on different types of banking documents providing securities such as debentures and guarantees and assist with the negotiations.
Yes, we can provide advice regarding Settlement Agreements and provide the necessary Certificate of Advice.
We review, advise upon and draft Commercial contracts, including Terms & Conditions, Joint Ventures contracts, Distribution and Agency contracts and more.  We can also advise on business contract disputes.
We can advise on shareholder rights, and the statutory duties of a director as well as drafting Shareholder Agreements, Articles of Association and dealing with contentious regarding Shareholder Disputes.
We can deal with transfers of IP rights and licensing or as part of a wider business sale or re-structure.  We also deal with the protection and registration of IP rights as well as IP related disputes.
We deal with the sale and purchase of Assets/ Goodwill and Shares, acting for both buyers and sellers in various business sectors.

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Company and Commercial Client Reviews

Corporate and Commercial

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I turned to Vincent’s with a challenging situation that needed very careful handling. Michael and Drew were respectful, understanding and supportive. This made them easy to liaise with and I always felt they had my back. Good at listening to what I wanted, we worked together in finding the best way to draw the matter to a close. This eased my stress and worry. I now highly recommend their services to anyone who needs legal advice and help. Thank you both.

 

Lesley Calland, Founder, myonlinecoach limited, Corporate and Commercial Preston
Commercial Clients Review

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I have been using Michael Sandys for commercial legal work for 20+ years. He has been a true asset to my business, dealing with many issues during that time.

Anon, Corporate and Commercial Corporate and Commercial Preston
Corporate and Commercial Client

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I found Michael supportive throughout the process of selling my small business. I particularly appreciated how promptly he replied to any queries I had. I felt completely confident in the advice he gave me and want to thank him and his team for all their assistance.

S N Eaves, Corporate and Commercial Preston
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Thanks Michael, and Drew, everything seems to have gone through smoothly.

I really appreciate the work both have you have done during this process. You have acted both professionally and also very personably, which I feel is important in such a business transaction. Based on my experience, I would have no hesitation in recommending you both personally should someone require similar services.

Thanks again

S Applegate, Corporate and Commercial Preston
Working together for 20+years

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I have been using Michael for commercial legal work for 20+ years.  He has been a true asset to my business, dealing with many issues during that time.

Commercial Law Client, Commercial Law Corporate and Commercial Preston
Business Sale

Supportive and Responsive

I found Michael supportive throughout the process of selling my small business. I particularly appreciated how promptly he replied to any queries I had. I felt completely confident in the advice he gave me and want to thank him and his team for all their assistance.

S N Eaves, Company and Commercial Client Corporate and Commercial

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