We believe that taking early advice before a dispute escalates can often nip a problem in the bud, minimising its impact on you or your business. If litigation through the courts is necessary, it is important to take the correct steps to give you the best chance of a successful outcome and to also consider the alternatives to running the matter to trial.
In today’s economy, we also understand the importance of litigation being carried out at a proportionate cost.
Disputes can arise in many different ways and over many different issues. When a dispute arises which requires resolution, litigation is sometimes needed to achieve that resolution, whether through the courts or negotiated settlement
We act for both individuals and businesses in a wide range of disputes, often nipping a problem in the bud and minimising the impact on you or your business.
We encourage clients to take a commercial and pragmatic approach to litigation. Ideally, disputes ought to be resolved out of court when possible, potentially through the use of ADR (in particular mediation).
The team is headed up by Paul Hatton, a partner at Dootsons and an accredited mediator.
Paul takes pride in being a “problem solver” for his clients. In commercial litigation and employment matters he advises clients on a broad range of disputes and problems in the civil courts, striving to nip problems in the bud and minimise the impact on you or your business. Paul studied law at the University of Liverpool and qualified in 2005. He joined Dootsons in 2013, after working for law firms in Bolton and Altrincham, and became a Partner at Dootsons in May 2016. Paul is also an LSM accredited mediator.
05.01.21
To all our clients and prospective clients:
In line with current Government guidance we will continue to work during the third national lockdown although attendance at the offices will be by appointment only. For those who need a face-to-face meeting please make an appointment by telephoning or emailing the office to arrange a convenient time. We will ask you some screening questions to protect you and our staff. Mask, gloves and sanitiser must be used at all times. We offer meetings by video or similar as an alternative. If you are calling to deliver documents these may be posted through the door but if you are being asked to provide them to make certified copies it would be helpful if you would telephone in advance of calling at the office so that we can manage the number of people in reception in accordance with the guidelines and ensure your safety and comfort.
Thank you for your support and understanding.
