Shareholder disputes Solicitor London
37 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : 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 disposals, acquisitions, and insolvency li...
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Leicestershire
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : 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 spans a wide range of practice areas, including merge...
Shareholder disputes Solicitor London
21 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : 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 of: acquisitions and takeovers, shareholder and joint v...
Shareholder disputes Solicitor London
11 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : 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 pressures entrepreneurs face. He enjoys providing clients with cost-effect...
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Birmingham
12 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : 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, Trib...
Shareholder disputes Solicitor Amersham
28 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : 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 how to best meet the needs of my clients – whether they are multi-national FTSE 250 corporations, ent...
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.
5 Solicitors in Commercial / Business Law (Area of expertise might be Shareholder disputes)
Commercial / Business Law Solicitor London
33 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : James Tomkins is a highly experienced litigation and dispute resolution lawyer based in London, with 32 years of expertise in civil, commercial, and employment law. He is a Director at Hodders Law Limited and leads the firm's Litigation and Dispute Resolution department, providing strategic legal solutions to individuals an...
Commercial / Business Law Solicitor Uxbridge
23 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Taslim Khan is an experienced solicitor based in Uxbridge, with 22 years of legal practice. She is fluent in English, French, Punjabi, and Urdu, allowing her to serve a diverse range of clients effectively. Over the years, Taslim has built up a broad and extensive expertise, having worked in both small and large firms, and ...
Commercial / Business Law Solicitor London
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Dalir Ltd is a boutique law firm based in London, offering specialized legal services to both UK and international clients. The firm focuses on providing tailored legal and commercial solutions across various industries, with a particular expertise in financial technology (fintech). Dalir Ltd handles a wide range of legal m...
Commercial / Business Law Solicitor Leeds
9 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Giselle Brown is the founder of GDB Legal, a boutique immigration firm providing personalised service at an affordable price. The firm specialises in helping individuals and families, as well as corporations, obtain UK visas and permits. With 17 years of experience in complex immigration matters, Giselle advises high-net-wo...
Commercial / Business Law Solicitor Belfast
Does not accept legal aid
At a glance : Steve Smith, a freelance solicitor in Belfast, specializes in commercial and business law, focusing on business bankruptcy, corporate insolvency, and business disputes. With extensive experience, Steve Smith offers comprehensive legal services in various areas, including: Business Bankruptcy: Advising businesses on bankrupt...