Shareholder Disputes Solicitors
Disagreements between shareholders can destabilise a company and damage its future. Our commercial litigation team helps resolve disputes efficiently while protecting your rights and investment.
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Shareholders are vital to the success of a company, but conflicts can arise when their rights or expectations are not aligned. Whether you’re a minority shareholder feeling excluded, or a majority shareholder facing allegations of unfair conduct, swift legal advice is essential to protect your position.
At Slater Heelis, our commercial litigation solicitors specialise in shareholder disputes. We regularly act in cases involving unfair prejudice, dividend claims, and disagreements over company management. Our priority is to help you achieve a fair, effective resolution – through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings if necessary.
Our shareholder disputes team is led by Mark Gough, Head of Commercial Litigation. Mark has built a strong reputation for acting in high-value and sensitive shareholder disputes, particularly unfair prejudice and deadlock cases, and is recognised for his practical, results-focused approach to safeguarding shareholder rights.
Get in touch with our team today to discuss further. You can call us 0330 111 3131 or complete our online form to submit an enquiry.
What are shareholder disputes?
Shareholder disputes typically involve disagreements about rights, responsibilities, or the future direction of the company. Common disputes include:
- Unfair prejudice claims by minority shareholders
- Allegations of exclusion from management or decision-making
- Disputes over dividend payments or allocation of profits
- Breach of shareholder agreements
- Deadlock situations between equal shareholders
- Disputes involving the sale or transfer of shares
How our shareholder dispute solicitors can help
We provide strategic, clear advice to help you resolve shareholder disputes effectively. Our services include:
- Advising on shareholder rights and remedies under the Companies Act 2006
- Acting in unfair prejudice petitions and derivative claims
- Negotiating buyouts or share valuations to resolve deadlock
- Representing shareholders in mediation, arbitration or litigation
- Working alongside our corporate team to deliver comprehensive solutions
Why choose Slater Heelis?
As one of the leading commercial litigation teams in the North West, we have a proven track record in resolving shareholder disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. We recognise how stressful these disputes can be, particularly where significant investments and the future of the business are at stake.
With Slater Heelis, you’ll benefit from:
- Clear, robust legal advice focused on achieving results
- Decades of experience in company and shareholder disputes
- A pragmatic approach to resolving conflicts with minimal disruption
- A full-service law firm with corporate, tax and property expertise on hand when needed
Contact our shareholder disputes solicitors today for clear, strategic advice on protecting your interests. Call us on 0330 111 3131 or contact us via our online enquiry form.
