Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Birmingham
Cousins Business Law is a niche law firm dedicated to providing practical legal advice to SMEs and family-owned businesses. Established by experienced solicitors, we combine deep legal expertise with commercial understanding to address the unique challenges faced by our clients. Our virtual model eliminates overhead costs while maintaining direct access to senior lawyers who offer fixed-fee services and tailored guidance. We specialise in dispute resolution, contract negotiations, directors' duties, and professional negligence claims, prioritising transparent communication and cost-effective solutions.Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, our team brings decades of collective experience in commercial law, ensuring clients receive strategic advice that aligns with both legal and business objectives. Our client-centric approach focuses on demystifying complex legal issues while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and regulatory compliance.
Services
Disputes
Contract disputes
Project disputes
Property disputes
Professional negligence
Highlights and features
- Specialist SME legal expertise with commercial understanding
- Virtual model reduces costs while maintaining senior lawyer access
- Fixed-fee pricing structure for transparent budgeting
- Direct telephone/email contact with assigned solicitors
- Regulated by Solicitors Regulation Authority for compliance assurance
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society of England and Wales
What people say
Demystifying complex legal areas
Prompt dealing of matters
Cost-effective solutions
Comprehensive yet accessible advice
Pragmatic dispute resolution
Services
Dispute Management
Specialist support for business disputes through strategic negotiation and litigation. We help clients resolve contract disagreements, director conflicts, and commercial disputes while minimising operational disruption. Our solicitors provide honest assessments of case strengths and likely outcomes, offering fixed-price options for initial consultations and case management. With expertise in mediation and court representation, we focus on achieving practical solutions that protect business interests while maintaining cost control.
Contract Disputes
Expert resolution of commercial contract conflicts and drafting services. We assist businesses in interpreting complex agreements, addressing breach claims, and negotiating settlements. Our team handles disputes arising from incomplete documentation, conflicting terms, and compensation claims while advising on contract formation to prevent future issues. With experience in construction, IT, and engineering sectors, we provide strategic guidance that balances legal rights with commercial realities.
Property Disputes
Specialist advice for commercial property conflicts including lease renewals, dilapidations, and boundary issues. We represent businesses in landlord-tenant disputes, rent review negotiations, and party wall matters. Our solicitors focus on resolving conflicts through early intervention strategies while preparing robust court cases when necessary. We help clients understand their obligations and rights regarding commercial premises occupation and ownership.
Professional Negligence
Legal support for businesses seeking redress against professional advisors' errors. We handle claims against accountants, architects, and consultants for financial losses caused by negligent advice. Our team assesses limitation clauses in contracts while pursuing compensation through negotiation or litigation. We provide honest evaluations of case viability and recovery prospects against insured or uninsured professionals.
Directors' Duties
Guidance on director responsibilities during normal operations and insolvency. We advise on statutory duties under the Companies Act 2006, conflict resolution between shareholders, and risk mitigation strategies. Our services include defending directors against breach claims and helping companies recover losses from negligent management decisions while balancing creditor and shareholder interests.
People
Gary Cousins
Founder Solicitor
Gary Cousins brings 20+ years of commercial law experience, specialising in dispute resolution and directors' duties. He focuses on demystifying complex legal issues for SMEs while maintaining cost-effective solutions through innovative service delivery models.
Maribel Pascual
Legal Professional
Maribel Pascual supports clients with commercial contract matters and property disputes. With extensive experience in business law, she provides practical advice on lease agreements, contractual obligations, and conflict resolution strategies tailored to SME requirements.
Questions
What areas of law does Cousins Business Law specialise in?
We focus on business disputes, contract negotiations, directors' duties, property conflicts, and professional negligence claims for SMEs and family-owned businesses.
How does your virtual law firm model work?
Our virtual model eliminates office overheads while maintaining direct access to senior solicitors through remote consultations and document exchange, reducing costs without compromising service quality.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
Yes, we provide fixed-price options for initial consultations, document drafting, and case assessments while offering transparent cost estimates for ongoing representation.
Which business sectors do you work with?
We serve SMEs across construction, IT, engineering, retail, and professional services sectors, handling disputes and legal matters specific to these industries.
How can I get initial legal advice?
Book a free 30-minute telephone consultation to discuss your business legal needs and receive preliminary guidance from our specialist solicitors.
