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Cornwall's Dispute Lawyers awards success
Yesterday Lisa took the really long journey to Somerset County Cricket Club for the Semi-finalist Announcement of the West Country Women...
ljh610
Sep 201 min read


How to beat the fear and go alone with confidence
Unlock Your Confidence with an Inspiring Podcast Episode 🎧 Dive into the excitement! Check out this thrilling episode of The Law Firm...
ljh610
Sep 21 min read


Come join us at Cornwall Business Show where Lisa will be presenting on AI vs Lawyers and how to maximise your value for money from legal assistance
https://businesscornwall.co.uk/news-by-industry/events-and-networking/2025/08/tedx-at-cornwall-business-show/
ljh610
Aug 131 min read


Read our latest article about harnessing the power of the personal story to attract clients published in Business Cornwall
Want to know how to maximise your chances of being selected by potential customers? Harness the power of personal connection and...
elaine3143
Jul 181 min read


Battle of the terms: how to make sure your contracts stand up in disputes
When did you last review your contract paperwork or terms and conditions? If you can't remember, now is probably the right time to make...
ljh610
Jul 182 min read


How to maximise your chances of settlement at mediation
Mediation in litigation is on the up. The Court now has extended powers to require the parties to attempt mediation (either for the...
ljh610
Jul 184 min read


What we can learn about settlement offers from Hugh Grant and News Group Newspapers?
HRH Prince Harry appears determined to fight News Group Newspapers to trial. A few months ago, Hugh Grant bowed out of his own...
ljh610
Jul 184 min read


How do I know my litigation solicitor is doing a good job for me? Should I not just use a barrister for more clout?
It's tempting to see litigation as a war. It's long been dubbed an old boy's club of adversaries 'duking it out' while wearing robes and...
ljh610
Jul 185 min read


How to make your lawyer love you, save legal costs and reduce disputes
Courts are tightening the costs that can be recovered by the 'winner' in a money claim, so that now claims for money valued below...
ljh610
Jul 184 min read


Help - a developer's moved in next door
I regularly deal with queries from homeowners who have been happily enjoying their property until a development begins next door. ...
ljh610
Jul 182 min read


How do you choose your litigator (i.e. why instruct me)?
You need a litigator. You want urgent advice that you can afford. You have your pick of anyone. Why choose a single practitioner firm...
ljh610
Jul 183 min read
Litigation FAQs
What is litigation? The court process of resolving disputes. Each party submits their position and evidence and the Court decides which...
ljh610
Jul 186 min read
Why do I need to try to settle my litigation claim? Won't I look weak?
Showing a willingness to settle doesn't make you look weak. It's all about how it is approached, which is the skill of the litigator...
ljh610
Jul 182 min read


I've used this path to the beach for years. Now the owner has put up a locked gate
This is a common query and not a straightforward one. I've acted for both land owner and path user in this type of claim (obviously...
ljh610
Jul 183 min read


I've received a solicitors letter about a debt I don't owe - what do I do?
A solicitors letter can be scary. Especially if you dispute that you owe the money their client is claiming. The language used is often...
ljh610
Jul 184 min read


How do I know my lawyer is legit?
With fraud on the rise and regular reports of "bogus" law firms, how can you check your litigation lawyer is reputable and trustworthy?...
ljh610
Jul 182 min read


I've heard there's a clause I can add to my business terms that lets me recover all of my costs if I have to sue someone who doesn't pay. Can I add that?
I expect that what you mean is an 'indemnity' clause. If your contract contains one, your customer agrees to pay all of your expenses in...
ljh610
Jul 183 min read


Why start a law firm?
I have been asked a lot why I decided to start my own law firm. That’s a good question. I’m a forty-something, lifelong...
ljh610
Jul 182 min read
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