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| Rachel Watkin, Partner at Brabners. |
Provided By: Brabners
Brabners have launched Legal Property Solutions, a service which offers legal resolutions for property disputes.
The creation of the resolution service follows the controversial rise in court fees which came into force sooner than had been previously expected on Monday March 9.
There is a real fear that the increase in fees will deny many smaller businesses and private individuals access to justice.
Through the introduction of Legal Property Solutions, Brabners offers an alternative for all potential litigators by enabling the parties involved to choose their own preferred method of resolving or determining a dispute.
The dispute can then be resolved quickly, confidentially and cost effectively.
The services on offer include Mediations, Indications on Paper, Hearings on Paper, Settlement Hearings and Live Hearings, all genuine alternatives to court.
To access this service, businesses and private individuals involved in a dispute can either contact Legal Property Solutions directly or through their own solicitors who will be able to assist and guide them through the process involved.
The idea for Legal Property Solutions was conceived by Brabners Partner Rachel Watkin and Senior Associate Karen Beddow on the evening that the proposed increase in Court fees was announced.
Rachel Watkin commented: “When I read the news, my first reaction was that it could be disastrous, not just for lawyers but many small businesses and private individuals who may now have difficulties in bringing claims.
“We believe that there is always a solution and the inception of Legal Property Solutions was the obvious way of safeguarding access to justice.”
Legal Property Solutions has the benefit of a number of highly qualified lawyers with specialist experience in resolving property disputes.
Led by Rachel Watkin, who sits as a Deputy District Judge, the team includes Jeff Lewis, also a Deputy District Judge and Mediator; Ian Alderson, Mediator; Helen Marriott, Arbitrator; and Stuart Irons and Karen Beddow, both property law experts.
Commenting on the launch of the service, Rachel added: “Although a number of professionals are now offering mediation or arbitration in light of the court fees increases, we are not aware of anyone who is offering a “one stop shop” for all types of property dispute resolution services and, certainly, not in a way that is truly accessible to all.
“Many businesses and individuals involved in a dispute have no idea of what arbitration and adjudication are.
“We have cut the formalities right down; there won’t be a need for formal pleadings, interim headings or detailed directions with this service.
“This will keep costs and time to a minimum enabling a matter to be fully resolved within a few weeks or days rather than months or years.”
Mark Brandwood, Managing Partner at Brabners, explained: "This type of pro-active thinking and innovative initiative is exactly why Brabners excels in its field.
“We have some remarkably talented lawyers who will ensure dedicated handling of property dispute resolution matters to the benefit of all parties who chose to use the service.”
Brabners is hosting an event to formally introduce and celebrate the launch of Legal Property Solutions on Wednesday March 25 at Horton House, Exchange Flags, Liverpool, from 16.30-18.30, and anyone is invited to come along for a glass of wine, a short presentation and an opportunity to meet the legal experts.
Spaces for this free event are limited, so to register to attend please email events@brabners.com.
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