Business Disputes

As we have reached the end of this matter, I want to express our deep gratitude to Matthew and HCR Law for representing us and negotiating on our behalf. [The dispute we faced] has been distressing, worrying and vexing. We greatly appreciated your empathy and we were reassured by your expertise and professionalism in navigating this complicated set of circumstances and challenging attitudes from other parties. Your counsel and support were critical in reaching this conclusion: thank you for achieving this result for us. We can now close this chapter in our lives and look forward.

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.

I strongly recommend HCR’s Dispute Resolution team. Cris Manuel-Hughes, supported by Emma Clarkson and Steve Murray, guided me through a complicated and emotionally difficult dispute. From the outset, Cris took her time to apprehend all the subject details, whilst bringing warmth, calm and steadiness. She provided a clear process for me to follow and hold on to; guiding me through emotional turbulence, tough decisions and fears about the future with respect and care. The team were bold in their responses to the other party’s accusations and misrepresentations. They knew when to get expert input regarding forensic valuations, employment and intellectual property, giving me the best support I could get. I came to the end of the dispute with a solid sense of closure and satisfaction because of Cris helping me reach a completion that at times I thought would never come.

We engaged the HCR Commercial Disputes team, working collaboratively alongside another independent school, to address a long‑standing and complex fee recovery matter. Coordinating a case involving two schools — each with its own policies, communication approaches and history with the family — required careful handling and clear, consistent legal guidance. HCR brought exactly that. Their ability to draw on expertise from across the firm, maintain productive dialogue between all parties, and progress the matter with calm professionalism ultimately resulted in full recovery of the debt. We would not hesitate to recommend HCR to other schools or organisations facing similarly challenging circumstances.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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