Contact a lawyer for advice on the dispute’s nature and implications. Ensure you do so as soon as possible, since depending on the type of matter, there may be legal restrictions on the length of time you have to respond to their claim. Our lawyers can assist you with preparing a response, providing legal advice regarding the potential outcomes of your matter, and the appropriate next steps.

Our lawyers will advise you on a number of dispute resolution processes that you can pursue the issue through, including negotiations with the other party, alternative dispute resolution services or court proceedings. We provide advice tailored to your matter that will allow you to understand and decide on the best form of dispute resolution for your circumstances.

Alternative dispute resolution refers to mediation and arbitration, which are dispute resolution processes that occur outside of the court system. These involve an independent third party who oversees negotiations between the parties and tries to encourage the parties to come to an agreement. Such processes are ordinarily significantly more cost-effective and flexible than going through the court system.