Our objective is to resolve all disputes in the most cost-effective manner for our clients, to be successful and to achieve the most beneficial settlement as possible. We appreciate when a tough stance is required and our expert negotiation skills and knowledge of the law will usually result in our clients achieving an excellent outcome. We are also great believers in the mediation process as a way of resolving intransigent disputes.
Although we strive to avoid Court and Tribunal hearings (which can be time-consuming and costly) in our experience there is little alternative in some disputes. If formal proceedings are required we can advise you in all aspects of the procedure including the aftermath of proceedings and, in relation to Court proceedings, provide helpful advice relating to the enforcement of judgments and orders.
Whatever your dispute Comptons have the necessary technical ability, knowledge and experience to lead you safely through the law, delivering the results efficiently and cost effectively.
Nicholas Goldreich
Partner
+44 (0)20 7482 9513
ng@comptons.co.uk
Martin Barrett
Partner
+44 (0)20 7482 9508
meb@comptons.co.uk
Zaid Anwar
Partner
+44 (0)20 3869 4465
za@comptons.co.uk
Anyone who has bought or sold a property in England will probably recognise the frustration. An offer is accepted. Everyone is delighted. And then… everybody waits. The Government believes the home buying and selling process takes too long, costs too much and has an unacceptably high rate of transactions falling through. It now intends to change it.
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