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Clear advice and a practical plan, from the first letter to the final judgment.
We represent you with a proactive and forward-thinking mindset.
A dispute rarely arrives at a convenient time. It might be a customer who won’t pay or a builder who has left the job half finished. Maybe it’s a tenant who has stopped paying rent or a business partner you no longer trust. Whatever it is, it’s hard to think about anything else.
Then there’s the admin and costs. Miss a deadline or skip a step the court expects, and you can lose a strong claim or end up paying the other side’s costs. Good advice early on makes all of this easier to manage.
Osbourne Pinner’s local team of litigation solicitors in Wimbledon is here to help. We can show you where you stand and try to settle the matter without going to court. We’ll also take it all the way to trial if we need to.
For a free 30-minute video consultation with our Wimbledon litigation solicitors, email [email protected], call 0203 983 5080 or use the form. From unpaid invoices to boardroom disputes, we act for businesses and individuals at every stage.
From unpaid debts to building and boundary disputes, our Wimbledon team acts for businesses, landlords and individuals. Choose the area you need help with below, or book a free consultation if you’re not sure where to start.
Most disputes are cheaper to settle than to fight. We represent you in negotiation, mediation and arbitration to reach a workable agreement.
Find out moreWe advise companies, shareholders and directors on claims under the Companies Act 2006 when a director’s conduct is in question.
Find out moreUnpaid invoices hurt cash flow. We send the letter before claim and issue court proceedings, then enforce the judgment if the debt still isn’t paid.
Find out moreFrom rent arrears and dilapidations to lease renewals and forfeiture, our team resolves disputes between commercial landlords and tenants.
Find out moreWe advise employers and employees on dismissals, discrimination and settlement agreements, and represent you at the employment tribunal.
Find out moreIf you hold a judgment from another country, we help you have it recognised and enforced against assets in England and Wales.
Find out moreIf you’ve lost money to fraud, let us act quickly to trace assets and apply for freezing orders, then pursue the people responsible.
Find out moreSection 21 ended on 1st May 2026. Our team helps landlords choose the right possession ground, serve valid notice and take the claim through court.
Find out moreDefective work, delays or unpaid bills? We act for homeowners as well as developers and contractors, including in construction adjudication.
Find out moreIf neighbouring building work is causing problems, we advise on notices and surveyors’ awards plus your rights under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Find out moreReal reviews from people we’ve helped with property, business and civil disputes.
Read more client reviews“They clearly explained the entire legal process and provided excellent advice throughout. Thanks to his skill and guidance, he successfully resolved the dispute without the need for court proceedings.”
Whether it’s an unpaid invoice, a building job gone wrong or a falling-out between directors, knowing what’s coming makes the process less daunting. Most disputes follow the same basic steps, from first letter to final judgment.
It usually starts with a letter before claim. This sets out what went wrong and what you want, and gives the other side time to reply. It’s normally 14 days or 30 days for most debt claims. The court expects both sides to share key documents and consider settling before anyone issues a claim. A clear, well-evidenced letter often shapes how the rest of the dispute plays out.
If that doesn’t work, the claim is issued at court and allocated to a track based on its value. Most claims up to £10,000 go to the small claims track. Up to £25,000 goes to the fast track and up to £100,000 to the intermediate track. Larger or more complex cases go to the multi-track. Lots of cases settle along the way, but if yours doesn’t, the court decides at trial.
Winning a judgment isn’t always the end. If the other side still doesn’t pay, we can help you enforce the judgment through enforcement agents and charging orders.
The court charges a fee to start a money claim, based on how much you’re claiming. It ranges from £35 for claims up to £300 to £455 for claims between £5,000 and £10,000. Above that, it’s 5% of the claim, up to a maximum of £10,000. Hearings and enforcement each carry separate fees. You can check the current figures on GOV.UK.
In most cases the losing side pays a large part of the winner’s legal costs, but rarely all of them. On the small claims track you usually can’t recover legal fees at all, and for some claims up to £100,000 the costs you can recover are fixed in advance. Unreasonably refusing to mediate can also reduce what the court lets you recover.
Our fees are agreed before we start. We explain how we charge, court fees and what you might recover from the other side. If anything changes, we’ll explain why and agree it with you before extra work starts.
The defendant disputing every point can add time and expense, as can expert evidence or a full trial. That’s why we look for the most cost-effective route from the outset, including settlement. Our guide to making a breach of contract claim explains the early steps, but a consultation is the best way to get a realistic figure.
Request Free ConsultationMost people come to us with more questions than answers. A short call is often enough to see where you stand, what your options might cost and what to do first.
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Quite often, yes. Most disputes settle before trial, and the courts now expect you to try.
Since October 2024, judges can order the parties to try mediation or another form of alternative dispute resolution, and they can penalise anyone who unreasonably refuses. Most small money claims up to £10,000 now include a free one-hour mediation session as part of the court process.
Settling early saves money and stress, and it’s usually the only way to keep a business or neighbour relationship intact. But it only works if you negotiate from a position of strength, so we’ll make sure you understand your case before you sit down at the table. Our alternative dispute resolution solicitors can represent you in negotiation, mediation and arbitration.
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Don’t ignore them. You normally have 14 days from service of the claim to respond, either with a defence or an acknowledgement that gives you more time. If you miss the deadline, the other side can ask for judgment in default. Speak to us as soon as the papers arrive.
If you think someone is moving or hiding money to avoid paying you, the court can step in quickly. We can apply for a freezing injunction to stop assets being dealt with, sometimes without the other side being told first. Read more about our fraud and asset recovery work.
A statutory demand can put real pressure on a debtor. If a company owes you more than £750, or an individual owes you at least £5,000, an unpaid demand can lead to winding-up or bankruptcy proceedings. It isn’t suitable for disputed debts, so we advise on whether it’s the right step.
Most claims for breach of contract or negligence must be brought within six years, or 12 years for a deed. Employment claims are far shorter. For most events on or after 1 October 2026, you have six months less one day, and you must contact Acas first. If a deadline is close, call us straight away.
Our Wimbledon office is at 6-10 St George’s Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 4DP.
Consultations take place by video, so you can speak to a senior solicitor from home or work at a time that suits you, Monday to Friday. Call us on 0203 983 5080, message us on WhatsApp or email [email protected].
We work with clients across Wimbledon Village, South Wimbledon, Raynes Park, Merton Park, Morden, Colliers Wood, Southfields, Earlsfield, New Malden and Kingston. Because we meet by video, we also help businesses and individuals across London and the rest of England and Wales.
We start with what you want to achieve, then explain your options and the likely next steps without the legal jargon.
We look for a sensible settlement before costs build up, but we’re ready to go to trial if that’s what it takes.
A dispute affects your business, your home and your family. We keep you updated at every stage and answer your questions quickly.
A clear estimate of our fees and any court fees before work starts. No hidden charges.
Letters, evidence and court documents are checked carefully, so avoidable mistakes don’t weaken your case.
Free 30-minute consultations by video, Monday to Friday, so you can get advice without leaving home.
Our litigation solicitors in Wimbledon give calm, practical advice, so you understand where you stand and what to do next.
Book your free 30-minute video consultation. Tell us what’s happening, ask the questions that have been keeping you up at night and leave with a clear picture of your options.
Call 0203 983 5080, email [email protected] or use the form. We do not offer Legal Aid.
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We do not offer Legal Aid.
It depends on the type of dispute, how much is at stake and how far it goes. A letter before claim costs far less than a case that goes to trial. We agree our fees with you before we start and give you a clear estimate at each stage. Court fees are separate and depend on the value of your claim.
Not usually. Most disputes settle through negotiation or mediation before trial, and the courts expect you to consider settlement. A hearing only becomes necessary if the other side won’t agree terms that reflect your legal position.
It’s a formal letter setting out your claim, the facts behind it and what you want. Court rules expect you to send one before starting proceedings and to give the other side a reasonable time to reply, usually 14 days or 30 days for most debt claims. Skipping it can lead to costs penalties, even if you win.
For most contract and negligence claims, six years. Claims based on a deed have 12 years. Some deadlines are much shorter, including most employment tribunal claims. If you think time may be running out, get advice straight away.
Often, but rarely in full. The general rule is that the losing side pays a large part of the winner’s costs. On the small claims track you usually can’t recover legal fees, and many claims up to £100,000 have fixed recoverable costs. We explain what you could realistically recover at the start.
Yes. Our free 30-minute consultations take place by video, Monday to Friday. You speak to a senior solicitor from home or work, so there’s no need to travel to our Wimbledon office. To book, call 0203 983 5080, email [email protected] or fill in the form on this page.
We act for businesses and individuals across Wimbledon and the surrounding areas, including Raynes Park, Morden, Colliers Wood, Southfields, New Malden and Kingston. Because consultations take place by video, we can also help clients elsewhere in London and across England and Wales.