Expert litigation solicitors for SMEs in the UK

Is a Legal Dispute Draining Your SME’s Resources? NA Law Solicitors Deliver Strategic, Practical Results

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK, legal disputes can feel like an uphill battle—costly, time-consuming, and disruptive. Whether you’re facing a contract breach, shareholder disagreement, employment tribunal, or IP infringement, unresolved conflicts risk your bottom line and business continuity.

At NA Law Solicitors, our litigation solicitors for SMEs provide clear, strategic advice and strong representation. With mastery of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and extensive experience in dispute resolution, we help you protect your business interests quickly and cost-effectively.

Why SME Litigation Matters

Litigation is more than a courtroom battle — it’s about safeguarding your operations, finances, and reputation.

Common disputes faced by SMEs include:

  • Contract Breaches: e.g., a supplier fails to deliver, costing your business thousands in lost sales.

  • Commercial Conflicts: e.g., profit-share disagreements between business partners.

  • Employment Disputes: e.g., wrongful dismissal or discrimination claims threatening brand reputation.

  • IP Infringement: e.g., competitors copying your branding and stealing market share.

Key Litigation Challenges for SMEs

  • Unpredictable Costs: Legal disputes can quickly spiral beyond £20,000–£50,000 without clear fee structures.

  • Time Constraints: Gathering evidence, meeting CPR deadlines, and court appearances divert your focus from growth.

  • Adversarial Risks: Losing can result in paying both your and the opponent’s legal costs.

  • Complex Procedures: Missing key CPR deadlines (such as filing a defence within 28 days) could result in losing by default.

We tackle these challenges with cost transparency, strategic planning, and proactive dispute management.

Our SME Litigation Services

✅ Case Assessment & Risk Review

We review your contracts, communications, and documents to assess success prospects and recommend cost-effective solutions.

✅ Pre-Action Protocol Compliance

We draft Letters of Claim that comply with CPR requirements, often achieving resolutions before litigation.

✅ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

We guide clients through mediation and arbitration under frameworks like CEDR, saving up to 40% in costs compared to going to trial.

✅ Court Advocacy

From County Court small claims (up to £10,000) to complex High Court disputes, our barrister-led team represents you with expertise.

✅ Settlement Negotiation

We protect your cash flow with flexible solutions like staged settlements.

✅ Post-Judgment Enforcement

We deploy effective enforcement measures like freezing orders, charging orders, and asset seizures to secure payment.

Why Early Action Matters

Delaying can increase costs and reduce your legal options:

Timeline Outcome
Day 1 Client threatens action over a £15,000 dispute.
Day 7 (with us) We issue a strong Letter of Claim; result: £12,000 settlement.
Day 90 (without action) Litigation costs escalate to over £25,000 plus lost time and stress.

Early advice ensures Pre-Action Protocol compliance, strengthens your negotiating position, and reduces overall costs.

Why Choose NA Law Solicitors to assist with Litigation?

  • SME Focus: Fixed-fee solutions and flexible pricing tailored to small business needs.

  • Clear Advice: No jargon — just practical, strategic guidance.

  • Reputation Management: We prioritise confidential, discreet solutions to protect your brand.

The timeline varies based on the dispute’s complexity, but most cases last between 6 to 18 months from pre-action stages to final resolution. Early intervention and ADR can significantly reduce this timeframe.

Costs depend on the case type and complexity. At NA Law Solicitors, we offer fixed fees for initial advice and pre-action work, with clear estimates for litigation stages. Costs typically range from £2,000 for small claims to £50,000+ for High Court cases.

Yes. We always pursue negotiation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) first. Around 60% of disputes settle before reaching court.

If you lose, you may have to pay the other party’s legal costs in addition to your own. Early settlement discussions and realistic risk assessments can help minimise this risk.

Seek immediate legal advice to respond within the CPR timelines. Ignoring it can lead to a default judgment against you.

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At NA Law Solicitors, our expert litigation solicitors are here to protect your business and guide you through contract disputes, commercial conflicts, employment claims, and more — all with clear advice and fixed-fee transparency.

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Act quickly — early intervention is key to avoiding unnecessary costs and securing the best outcome.