Business Details
Expert Legal Mediation and Dispute Resolution Services
Established by Christopher Cox, a City-trained senior commercial dispute solicitor with over 40 years of legal expertise, we specialise in mediation and alternative dispute resolution. Our practice focuses on commercial litigation, arbitration, and adjudication, offering clients strategic guidance to navigate complex legal challenges. With dual qualifications as a solicitor and commercial mediator, we combine deep legal knowledge with practical problem-solving to achieve cost-effective outcomes. Our services include case assessment, strategic planning, urgent injunctive relief, and settlement enforcement, tailored to each client's unique needs. Recognised for our commitment to ethical practice and client-centric solutions, we have successfully resolved disputes across construction, insolvency, professional negligence, and more.Backed by memberships in prestigious institutions like the Civil Mediation Council and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, we prioritise confidentiality and transparency. Our approach emphasizes early intervention to prevent disputes from escalating, while maintaining readiness to advocate in court when necessary. Clients benefit from fixed-fee consultations, detailed cost budgeting, and access to innovative funding options for high-prospect cases. With a track record spanning hundreds of mediations and high-profile litigation successes, we deliver pragmatic, results-driven legal support.
Services
Mediation Services
Commercial Litigation
Arbitration
Adjudication
Insolvency Litigation
Professional Negligence Claims
Injunctions
Settlement Enforcement
Cost Recovery Litigation
Pre-Action Advice
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in commercial dispute resolution.
- Our team includes a dual-qualified solicitor and accredited mediator.
- We have successfully resolved over 300 mediation cases.
- We provide fixed-fee initial consultations and detailed cost budgeting.
- Our practice is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Civil Mediation Council.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Civil Mediation Council
- The Law Society Civil and Commercial Mediation Panel
- Court of Appeal Mediation Panel
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Mediation Panel
What people say
Brilliant lawyer
Creative mind
Genuine desire to resolve disputes
Calm clarity in emotionally charged disputes
Successfully settled complex cases
Services
Mediation Services
Our mediation services provide a structured, confidential process for resolving commercial disputes outside court. With over 300 successful mediations completed, we facilitate dialogue between parties to achieve mutually acceptable solutions. The process includes pre-mediation preparation, confidential discussions, and drafting binding settlement agreements, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Commercial Litigation
We represent clients in complex commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes, insolvency claims, and professional negligence cases. Our approach combines thorough case analysis with strategic advocacy to secure favourable judgments. Services cover all stages from pre-action correspondence to trial representation, with a focus on cost-effective outcomes.
Arbitration
Our arbitration services offer a private, binding resolution process for commercial disputes. We assist clients in drafting arbitration agreements, presenting cases before tribunals, and enforcing awards. With expertise in both domestic and international arbitration frameworks, we ensure efficient, enforceable outcomes while maintaining procedural flexibility.
Injunctions
We specialise in obtaining urgent injunctive relief to protect client interests, including asset preservation, evidence protection, and contractual compliance. Our services cover interim injunction applications, emergency court hearings, and enforcement of injunction orders, minimising potential business disruptions.
Cost Recovery Litigation
This service focuses on recovering legal costs and enforcing payment obligations through targeted litigation. We handle cost assessments, enforcement proceedings, and negotiations with debtors, ensuring clients recover rightful payments while managing associated risks effectively.
People
Christopher Cox
Solicitor and Mediator
Christopher Cox is a solicitor with over 40 years of experience in commercial dispute resolution. Qualified as both a solicitor and accredited mediator, he has handled hundreds of mediations and complex litigation cases across multiple sectors, including construction, insolvency, and professional negligence.
Questions
What types of disputes can you help resolve?
We handle commercial disputes including contract issues, insolvency litigation, professional negligence claims, construction conflicts, and arbitration matters across various industries.
How does your mediation process work?
Our mediation process involves confidential pre-mediation preparation, facilitated discussions between parties, and drafting binding agreements, typically concluding within one day with high settlement success rates.
Are your services available outside the UK?
While based in the UK, our expertise extends to international commercial disputes, supported by experience in cross-border mediation and arbitration frameworks.
Can you assist with urgent legal matters?
Yes, we provide emergency injunctive relief services to preserve assets or evidence, with immediate court application support when required.
How are your fees structured?
We offer fixed-fee initial consultations, transparent cost budgeting for each case stage, and explore alternative funding options for eligible high-prospect cases.
What qualifications do you hold?
We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, hold a Master of Science in Construction Law, and maintain accreditations with the Civil Mediation Council and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
