Dispute Resolution Lawyers

Specialist dispute resolution lawyers providing tailored legal strategies to protect your interests across London and the South East.

Clear, strategic advice when disputes arise.

Disputes are a fact of life and business – but with the right legal support, they can be managed quickly, efficiently and with minimal disruption. At Thomas Mansfield Solicitors, our award-nominated dispute resolution lawyers are trusted by individuals and businesses across London and the South East to resolve complex disputes with clarity and confidence.

Shortlisted for the 2025 LexisNexis Legal Award, our team combines legal excellence with commercial pragmatism. Whether you’re facing a contractual disagreement, a property issue or a shareholder conflict, we’ll work with you to reach the best possible outcome – through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or litigation.

Preventing disputes before they escalate

Prevention is often better than cure. Our dispute resolution lawyers help clients identify and manage legal risk at an early stage, reducing the chance of a dispute developing or escalating. Our advice is practical, commercially focused and designed to give you control, saving you time, stress and cost.

Resolving disputes effectively

Our team handles a wide range of disputes with a strategy tailored to the circumstances. From the outset, we assess the most effective route to resolution, whether that’s through early negotiation or a robust litigation strategy. Our dispute resolution lawyers will guide you every step of the way.

Call our dispute resolution team on 020 8681 8140 or

Our dispute resolution services.

We advise individuals, property owners, tenants, landlords and businesses on a wide range of disputes. Our experience includes:

  • Property disputes – Including boundary disagreements, rights of way, nuisance claims, restrictive covenants, and property disputes over ownership, title or property development.
  • Landlord and tenant – Acting for landlords and tenants in residential and commercial matters involving rent arrears, disrepair claims, forfeiture, lease breaches and renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.
  • Tenant evictions – Advising on lawful tenant eviction processes for residential and commercial tenants, including Section 8 and Section 21 notices and possession proceedings.
  • Contract disputes – Helping businesses and individuals resolve issues arising from contracts, including supply agreements, distribution arrangements, services, guarantees and breach of terms.
  • Debt recovery – Supporting businesses and individuals to recover unpaid debts efficiently, including pre-action collection, issuing court claims and enforcing judgments.
  • Director, partnership and shareholder disputes – Advising on boardroom disagreements, breach of fiduciary duty, unfair prejudice claims, and partnership breakdowns.
  • Consumer disputes – Representing individuals in disputes over faulty goods, poor service, misrepresentation, and breach of consumer rights.
  • Contentious private client matters – Advising on will challenges, inheritance disputes, claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, and disputes during estate administration.
  • Trust disputes – Acting for beneficiaries, trustees and executors in relation to breach of trust, mismanagement, removal of trustees, and interpretation of trust provisions.

How we work with clients.

Whether you’re dealing with a personal legal issue or a commercial dispute, our dispute resolution lawyers provide support that is clear, strategic and tailored to your objectives.

  • Early case evaluation
    We assess your situation and outline a clear path forward.
  • Cost-effective solutions
    Wherever possible, we resolve disputes through negotiation or alternative methods such as mediation or arbitration.
  • Strong litigation expertise
    If court action is necessary, we provide robust representation in complex and high-value cases.
  • Risk management support
    We help you stay compliant and avoid future disputes with proactive legal advice.
  • Enforcement and compliance
    We support you with enforcing judgments, recovering debts and securing your legal rights.

Why clients trust us to resolve their disputes.

Clients choose our dispute resolution lawyers because we combine legal expertise with commercial insight and a practical, client-focused approach.

  • Specialist knowledge – We focus exclusively on dispute resolution, giving you access to lawyers with deep technical and sector-specific experience.
  • Recognised for excellence – We hold the Law Society’s Lexcel accreditation for high standards in client care and practice management, and were shortlisted for the 2025 LexisNexis Legal Award for our work in dispute resolution.
  • Tailored legal strategies – No two disputes are the same. We shape our approach to your goals, your resources and the realities of the dispute.
  • Trusted by individuals and businesses – From landlords and homeowners to directors and business owners, we’re proud to support clients across London and the South East.
  • Clear communication – We explain your options in plain English and guide you through every step of the process.
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Call our dispute resolution team on 020 8681 8140 or

Meet our dispute resolution team

Riah Sattar
Riah Sattar

Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution

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Paul Thomas

Consultant

Nicholas Garaty
Nicholas Garaty

Trainee Solicitor (SQE)

Alicia Arickswamy
Alicia Arickswamy

CILEX Advanced Paralegal

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Isobel Bannister

Client Onboarding Assistant

Need help with a dispute? Talk to us.

Our dispute resolution lawyers support individuals and businesses across London and the South East. Getting started is simple.

  • Call us or fill out our short form

    Let us know what the issue is and how you’d like to be contacted.

  • Speak to a lawyer

    We’ll listen, explain your options and help you plan the right approach.

  • Start resolving your dispute

    Get tailored legal advice and a clear strategy to move forward.

Frequently asked questions

We advise individuals, landlords, directors, shareholders and businesses on a wide range of disputes. These include property issues, landlord and tenant disputes, unpaid debts, breach of contract claims, consumer complaints, inheritance and trust disputes and company disagreements such as partnership or shareholder conflicts.

Many disputes can be resolved through negotiation, mediation or alternative dispute resolution (ADR). We explore these routes wherever possible to help clients avoid the time, stress and cost of litigation, while still achieving a fair outcome.

If court proceedings are necessary, we’ll guide you through the entire process. We prepare your case thoroughly, represent you in court and ensure your interests are protected at every stage. Our focus is always on securing the best possible result with minimal disruption.

It’s best to seek advice as soon as a dispute arises or looks likely. Early legal input often prevents matters from escalating and improves your position if formal action becomes necessary. We offer practical, early-stage guidance to help you understand your options.

Costs depend on the complexity of the dispute, the approach taken and whether litigation is required. We offer transparent pricing, including fixed fees where appropriate and will always discuss costs with you in advance so you can make informed decisions.

Yes. We represent private individuals, landlords, directors, shareholders, SMEs and larger organisations. Our team tailors its approach depending on your position, goals and risk profile – whether you’re bringing or defending a claim.

It’s helpful to gather any relevant documents such as contracts, correspondence, payment records and timelines of events. If you’re unsure, we can guide you through what’s needed in your initial consultation.

Contact us

Contacting the right person couldn’t be easier. Use our form or call us to speak to an experienced dispute resolution solicitor in confidence.

Please note we do not offer legal aid or no win no fee agreements.

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