Department profile
Acuity Law

Litigation

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Acuity Law

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About

Provided by Acuity Law

Disputes are an inevitable part of business life. Often public and always distracting, disputes can crop up from every front.

Whatever the nature of your business, mitigating risks and resolving challenges are integral to success.

Our dispute resolution experts are adept at pre-empting the contentious issues that could surface in commercial relationships, taking steps to minimise them. They also react quickly and effectively, earning us an enviable track record when disputes arise, and a name as an industry-leading litigation and dispute resolution firm.

We handle all types of commercial litigation for claimants and defendants, offering a solution-focused approach built around you and your needs. We analyse the commercial drivers and imperatives, then work with you to determine the right line of attack.

Sometimes an informal and subtle approach is needed, and alternative dispute resolution is an integral tool in our kit for managing conflicts through settlement negotiations and mediation. As a resilient, confident and dynamic team of litigators, we also know when it’s in your best interests to hit hard.

  • Contractual disputes
  • Director and shareholder disputes
  • Defamation and reputation management
  • Property and construction disputes
  • Professional negligence
  • Intellectual property disputes
  • Restructuring and insolvency

Chambers Review

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Litigation - Wales

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Acuity Law is a well-reputed firm handling a range of commercial disputes, including shareholder disputes and breach of contract claims. The team also acts on insolvency-related litigation and public procurement disputes.

Work Highlights

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  • Acuity Law acted for BraceUrself in its claim against NHS England in relation to the award of a contract for orthodontic services.

Strengths

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  • In all litigation matters, Acuity has managed to balance the right legal support alongside the best commercial outcomes even in the most complex of cases.

    Litigation respondentUK
  • The firm offers solid experience, deep knowledge of the required subject matter and excellent client management skills.

    Litigation respondentUK
  • A very practical and experienced team that is hands-on, totally engaged with our specific needs and eager to offer advice.

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  • Acuity displays laser focus, adaptability, flexibility and commerciality.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Aisha Wardell
    Band 1Aisha Wardell

    Aisha Wardell

    Aisha Wardell is a well-regarded commercial litigator who frequently undertakes high-stakes breach of contract disputes.

    • Aisha is a hugely talented litigation lawyer with brilliant commercial awareness.

      Litigation respondentUK
    • Aisha is outcome-focused, with exemplary communication skills. A strong negotiator with an empathetic but persistent style; I'm glad she's on our side.

      Litigation respondentUK
    • She went above and beyond her role to help get the matter resolved. She has great attention to detail and is very good at what she does.

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  • Band 2Hugh Hitchcock
    Band 2Hugh Hitchcock

    Hugh Hitchcock

    Hugh Hitchcock co-heads the firm's dispute resolution offering. He has a broad litigation practice that includes high-value commercial claims concerning contracts and shareholder agreements.

    • Hugh is very strategic and commercial.

      Litigation respondentUK
    • Hugh's deep understanding and experience of litigation allows him to act with creativity and immense persuasion. He has an affable yet charismatic style backed by a passion for results.

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    • Hugh understands the commercial aspects of litigation and has the ability to relate to the needs of the client.

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Ranked Individuals at Acuity Law (2)

Wales

Members

Provided by Acuity Law

  • Neil Morgan

  • Jon Hill

  • Joy Barnett

  • Huw Roffe

  • Jennifer Butcher

  • Duncan Freeman

  • Katherine David

  • Mike Allenby-Smith

  • Philip Graham

  • Jared Ursell

  • Martin Cox

  • Hannah Jones

  • Soshana Day

  • Conor Massey

  • Katie Hardie

  • Hugh Hitchcock

    Head of Department

    View profile of Hugh Hitchcock
  • Aisha Wardell

    Head of Department

    View profile of Aisha Wardell

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