Resolving Business Disputes.

Why Acting Early in a Dispute Protects Your Business

A business dispute can turn serious faster than you expect. What starts as a small disagreement can quickly damage cash flow, reputation, and trust if not handled carefully. Without early advice, you risk losing control of the situation and making decisions that cost more to fix later.

Getting legal support early helps you stay ahead of the problem, manage risk, and protect everything you have built. We help you understand your options and act quickly before the situation escalates.

 

What We Help With

We help businesses prevent and resolve disputes involving:

• Contract breaches and unpaid debts

• Shareholder and director disagreements

• Negligence or misrepresentation claims

• Commercial lease and property disputes

• Mediation, negotiation, or court representation

Our goal is to contain risk, protect your reputation, and keep your business operating smoothly, even when things get tense.

 

Avoid Escalation, Protect Your Position

Once a dispute gains momentum, it can quickly drain time, money, and focus. Acting early can mean the difference between a quiet resolution and a public, costly conflict. Our team helps you:

• Understand your legal and commercial position clearly

• Respond strategically to protect your reputation and leverage

• Avoid mistakes that weaken your negotiating power

• Resolve issues privately and efficiently whenever possible

We help you make decisions that keep control in your hands, not the other side’s.

 

Where We Work

Our commercial and dispute resolution lawyers are based in Wellington, Lower Hutt, and Masterton. Our litigation team supports clients nationwide, with in-person and remote advice available across New Zealand.

 

Questions We Often Get Asked About Business Disputes

What happens if I ignore a business dispute?

Small issues can quickly escalate into formal claims, debt recovery, or reputational harm. Early legal advice helps you take control before the situation becomes public or costly.

Can a dispute be resolved without going to court?

Yes. Many disputes can be settled through negotiation or mediation. We help you reach a solution that protects your commercial interests without the expense or stress of litigation.

What if a shareholder or director disagreement turns personal?

Disputes between owners can damage the business if not managed properly. We help separate personal emotion from commercial reality and guide you to an outcome that preserves value and relationships.

How long does it take to resolve a commercial dispute?

It depends on complexity and cooperation, but early engagement often shortens the process significantly. Waiting tends to make disputes more expensive and harder to control.

How can I prevent business disputes in the future?

We help you review your contracts, communication, and governance processes so you can prevent future disputes and protect your business before problems start.