Dispute Resolution (Litigation) for Individuals
Dispute Resolution for Individuals
Introduction
Occasionally in your life you will encounter problems upon which you need legal help and guidance. Our strong and talented team of legal experts can provide specialist advice that you need for your case, irrespective of its nature or value. We can support you in all areas of dispute such as:-
- Consumer Law Problems (involving the sale of goods and supply of services)
- Problems with Credit Card Agreements and Loans etc
- Building Disputes
- Landlord and Tenant Disputes
- Professional Negligence (e.g. solicitors, accountants, surveyors)
- Inheritance Claims
- Harassment
- Insolvency
- Injunctions
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (including mediation)
- Partnership, Director and Shareholder Disputes
- Property Disputes e.g. disputes over rights of way and boundaries etc.
Our Approach
Our main aim is to try and resolve your case in a way that is cost effective for your. Court proceedings can be expensive and risky. If possible we will try and resolve disputes by way of settlement, saving you the stress, hassle and costs of Court action. We have an excellent track record of settling claims in a way that is favourable to you. On the other hand if an aggressive or dynamic approach is required we can litigate your case to its highest. If needs be we can call upon some of the country’s finest Barristers to assist.
Legal jargon and technical language is avoided, since we will talk to you in plain English and explain all matters to you in a simple and concise way.
Costs
We offer a system of fixed fee interviews, where for a reasonable price we can assess the merits of your case and advise how best to approach the matter. We can then continue with the case on a fixed fee basis or agree to do what we can within a budget (costs cap) set by you. To help you budget for your case further we can agree an instalment payment plan rather than insist on lump sum payments.
In certain circumstances we may be able to undertake your case on a “no win no fee” type basis known as a Conditional Fee Agreement. Currently we do not offer Damages Based Agreements for this type of work.
Some times your matter may be covered by the terms of an insurance policy that you hold. We can assess your eligibility under the policy of insurance, and often agree with the insurer to carry on with your case under the terms of your insurance policy.
Here to Help
Gemma assists with property disputes, particularly building up an expertise and knowledge in dealing with boundary disputes, disputes over right of ways and easements as well as advising landlord and tenant “evictions” and similar issues.
Telephone 01775 722261 or Email: gemma.mayer@maplessolicitors.com
Telephone 01775 722261 or Email: daven.naghen@maplessolicitors.com
Stamp Duty Changes from 1st April 2025
In accordance with Government Announcement on the 30th October 2024 from 1st April 2025, there will be several changes coming into effect.
Please note if you complete after 1 April 2025 then these changes could impact the stamp duty rate applicable to you even if you have exchanged contracts already.
Thresholds up to 31 March 2025
SDLT starts to apply when you buy property that costs:
- £250,000 for residential properties
- £425,000 for first-time buyers buying a residential property worth £625,000 or less
- £150,000 for non-residential land and properties
Thresholds from 1 April 2025
SDLT starts to apply when you buy property that costs:
- £125,000 for residential properties
- £300,000 for first-time buyers buying a residential property worth £500,000 or less
- £150,000 for non-residential land and properties
You can visit the gov.uk website and search Stamp Duty Land Tax where you will find further information and a calculator to enable you to calculate the rate and amount payable.
To discuss any Conveyancing matters please contact either Donna Sandison or Laura Day of our Conveyancing Team or telephone the office 01775 722261.
