Asif Khan
London W10 5AD
Shareholder disputes Solicitor London
11 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Before joining Lawbite, Asif worked in private practice with a silver circle international firm and in-house with FCA regulated investment and asset management firms. Having worked in-house and started a business of his own, Asif understands the cost...
Jane Golledge
London EC4V 5EF
Shareholder disputes Solicitor London
37 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 36 years of experience, Jane Golledge is a highly regarded insolvency law specialist, focusing on personal and corporate recovery. She primarily represents office holders, companies, and individuals facing financial distress, providing expert guidance on business rescue, asset...
Simon Terry
Amersham HP6 6FA
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Amersham
28 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Having started my career in the Commercial Litigation department of one of the larger firms in the City of London I have spent the last 20+ years working both in private practice and in-house, gaining valuable experience of...
What issues commonly lead to shareholder disputes?
- Breach of shareholders’ agreement: Allegations that one or more shareholders failed to uphold agreed obligations or restrictions.
- Director misconduct: Claims that a director or majority shareholder has abused their position, diverted business opportunities, or misused company funds.
- Dividend policy conflicts: Disputes over how and when profits should be distributed among shareholders.
- Minority shareholder rights: Concerns that controlling shareholders are acting unfairly or oppressively, infringing on the minority’s interests.
- Valuation and buyouts: Disagreements about how to price shares when a shareholder wishes to exit or is forced out.
How can a solicitor help resolve shareholder disputes, and what does it cost?
A commercial solicitor experienced in corporate law can:
- Interpret contracts and duties: Reviewing the company’s articles of association, shareholders’ agreements, and directors’ duties to determine legal positions.
- Negotiate or mediate solutions: Seeking consensus through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods to avoid costly court proceedings.
- Prepare legal action if needed: Drafting claims, gathering evidence, and representing you in court if negotiation fails.
- Structure buyouts or settlements: Arranging fair valuation mechanisms and terms that enable one or more shareholders to exit.
Costs vary based on the dispute’s complexity, potential litigation, and the solicitor’s experience. Hourly rates may range from £150 to £500, with fixed-fee or staged-fee agreements possible for certain phases (e.g., initial negotiations). An initial consultation—often free or at a reduced rate—can outline your legal position, estimated costs, and likely strategies for resolving the dispute effectively.
Christian Browne
Leicestershire LE16 7WB
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Leicestershire
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Christian Browne, known as Chris, is a highly experienced lawyer based in Leicestershire with 28 years of legal practice. Specializing in corporate, commercial, and intellectual property law, Chris provides expert legal advice to businesses and individuals. His expertise...
Jai SINGH
London EC2N 1HN
Shareholder disputes Solicitor London
21 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Jai is a senior legal consultant with the Alston Asquith corporate/commercial team with extensive international and London City work experience. A Cambridge University Law alumnus, Jai has particular expertise in relation to complex transactions, including in the areas...
Qarrar SOMJI
Birmingham B12 0NS
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Birmingham
12 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Qarrar Somji is a solicitor based in Birmingham, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation, Court Claims, Defamation, Dispute Resolution, Divorce, Employment Law, Family Law, Insolvency, Landlord & Tenant Litigation, Neighbour Disputes, Tribunals, Trust & Estate Disputes, and Wills. With his extensive experience across...
5 Solicitors (domaine de droit rattaché pour Shareholder disputes)
Tad Ostrowski
Woking GU21 6BD
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Woking
26 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Tad is the founding director of Artington Legal and is a senior corporate and commercial lawyer, qualified in England and Wales. Formerly an associate at US and UK law firms in the City of London, and a General...
Simon Cook
London NW10 4UA
Shareholder disputes Solicitor London
40 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Simon Cook, an independent lawyer in London, specializes in employment litigation, civil litigation, bankruptcy, consumer rights, and healthcare law. With over 39 years of experience, Simon Cook offers comprehensive legal services in various areas, including: Employment Litigation: Representing employees...
Andrew Nyamayaro
Coventry CV1 2NU
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Coventry
14 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Shareholder disputes
Andrew Nyamayaro is the Director and Principal solicitor for Tann Law Solicitors Ltd. He is the current Vice President of the Warwickshire Law Society. Andrew is experienced in several areas of law which include immigration, family, business, employment...
Hallmark Solicitors Limited
Birmingham B4 6AT
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Birmingham
Does not accept legal aid
Hallmark Solicitors Limited is a law firm based in Birmingham, UK, providing expert legal services in family law, financial disputes, and private client matters. The firm assists clients with a wide range of family-related issues, including divorce, nullity,...
Mike WRAGG
Amersham HP6 5BW
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Amersham
18 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Mike Wragg is the Head of Residential Property at Lennons Solicitors, a well-established law firm in Buckinghamshire with offices in Chesham, Amersham, and Beaconsfield. With 17 years of experience, Mike specialises in all aspects of residential property law,...
