Business Disputes

Business disputes can be painful, both financially and reputationally. If you find yourself in dispute with another business, we’re in your corner. With pragmatic, commercial advice, our experienced team will help to resolve the situation in the best possible way for your organisation.

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Elizabeth Beatty

Partner, Joint Head of In-House Lawyer Services

Frank, no-nonsense advice – that’s what you can expect when you engage my services. When you need help with a dispute, I’ll analyse the evidence, assess your objectives and develop a detailed strategy that will help you to get the best outcome.

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Claire Holford

Partner, Head of International

Letting a dispute go on for too long is costly, stressful and can be detrimental to your business and personal time. As a dispute problem solver, the earlier I can be involved in your dispute the quicker I can apply litigation strategy to try and find a resolution.

Supporting businesses

With over 60 specialist dispute resolution lawyers in our team, we’ve got the expertise you need.

Disputes come in all shapes and sizes, often involving complex legal and regulatory issues. Based in 10 offices throughout England and Wales, we’re conveniently located and able to move quickly to make sure your matter meets key deadlines.

Our team are regularly involved in a range of business disputes including contractual, sale and asset purchase agreements, indemnity and warranty, director and shareholder, fraud, negligence, corporate governance and reputation matters.

Our clients

Businesses trust us to resolve their disputes in the most effective way possible. Our clients range from SMEs to national and international businesses. We regularly advise private and publicly listed companies as well as public sector bodies, charities, sports clubs and individuals.

As one of the largest and most successful dispute resolution teams in the UK, you will receive the quality of advice you would expect from a city-based practice, at competitive rates. We always put your objectives at the heart of our advice, providing options and next steps to move the issue forward. Our pricing is transparent, with estimates provided along the way, and we always keep the interests of your business front and centre.

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Legal 500 2026 – Top Tier Firm

Legal 500 2026 – Top Tier Firm

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Hear what clients say about us

We approached Adam Finch, partner at Harrison Clark Rickerbys, who specialises in hedge funding claims, in order to help us seek compensation for the IRHPs that were mis-sold to us. During that time we were guided throughout the complicated process by Adam in order to put our case forward to the bank.

During the months that we were involved in negotiations with the bank, we found Harrison Clark Rickerbys to be totally professional, thorough and supportive, ensuring that we were fully aware of the procedures and actions needed to be taken in support of our claim. Their advice was invaluable and as “non-sophisticated customers” felt that we were given every opportunity to fight our claim. We are extremely pleased that the outcome was successful and we were awarded the full claim amount plus compensation. Without Harrison Clark Rickerbys’ guidance and support, I do not feel that we may have necessarily achieved the same result.

Finance Group – Adam Finch

I strongly recommend HCR Law for commercial dispute resolution.  The team led by Adam Finch and supported by Cris Manuel-Hughes and Chloe Cottle were first class, taking a strong and no-nonsense approach against slippery and evasive opponents in a complex partnership dispute, and achieving significant victories in every contested hearing.  The team also showed empathy and flexibility in difficult moments, and their timely and pragmatic advice was key to achieving a favourable commercial settlement including payment of legal costs by my opponent.

Client testimonial Dispute resolution

I am extremely appreciative of the outstanding legal representation provided by Claire. Her expertise in handling my professional negligence matter was evident throughout the entire process. Not only was she highly professional and knowledgeable, but she was also very kind and understanding. She skilfully navigated the complexities of the case, always keeping me informed and addressing my concerns.

What impresses me the most was her honesty and level-headedness – she never made unrealistic promises, but instead provided a clear and accurate assessment of the situation and was careful to manage expectations. Her unwavering support and genuine care made a difficult time much more manageable. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking legal representation.

Client Professional Negligence Claim

Stewart is very smart; it’s always a pleasure working with him. He is always thinking about the strategic considerations of a case.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Natalie is a very good litigator who is very dedicated to her clients and incredibly hard-working.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Kate continues to provide an excellent service. She combines a strong knowledge base with an excellent understanding of what clients are seeking to achieve.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Elizabeth Beatty is very well respected when it comes to large shareholder disputes. She is trusted by clients and judges and respected by opponents.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Dominic Hopkins is simply an excellent lawyer – reassuringly old-school and extremely commercially astute.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Ben is very sound, very solid, very thorough and a safe pair of hands.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Andrew is a very experienced individual with a great breadth and depth of knowledge. He is always personable and focused on getting results for the client.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Adam Finch always has a strong grip on matters at every stage.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

We would like to take this final opportunity to thank you for all your help, patience and advice in getting the matter successfully settled. You have always been there when we have been in need, with guidance, diplomacy and patience which has helped us so much. It has been a difficult time and such a relief that it is now settled.

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