Our Litigation team assesses the merits of each case by interviewing you and any potential witnesses and reviewing evidence. During this process we determine the likelihood of success and potential strategies to pursue in resolving the dispute.
We draft and file Summons or a Statement of Claim required to commence legal proceedings if the matter proceeds to litigation. We also draft and file Affidavits in support of the claim and Motions for any interlocutory or interim decisions that need to be made during the course of the court matter.. These documents outline the parties’ positions, support presented arguments, and request specific relief that you wish to seek.
Our litigation lawyers engage in the discovery process to collect information and evidence relevant to your case. We prepare and issue notices to produce, subpoenas, notices to admit, interrogatories (written questions), and also use other methods of obtaining important relevant information.
Even if the case progressed to litigation, our Litigation lawyers ensure that all viable options are explored by you in an aim to resolve the dispute through negotiation or settlement discussions that are usually done on a without prejudice basis. We work to reach a favourable agreement that meets your objectives while avoiding the costs and uncertainties of a trial. If a reasonable offer is rejected and the outcome achieved by that party is worse than the terms of the offer made, this enables the party that made the offer to seek costs of proceedings from the time of the making of the offer to be paid by the other party. It is a good mechanism that we regularly utilise to facilitate effective resolution of the issues in dispute.
If a case proceeds to trial, our litigation team briefs Counsel, if required, diligently prepares for trial by organising evidence, engaging with witnesses, and developing persuasive arguments and submissions. We present your case in court, Counsel cross-examines witnesses, and makes submissions to the judge or jury.
By understanding your specific needs and challenges, we can provide more tailored assistance to help you achieve a favourable outcome in any litigation matter. Please call us to let us know how we can further assist you.
Practice Director
Practice Manager / Senior Paralegal
Property, Family and Estate Specialist