Shareholder Disputes

Shareholder Dispute Solicitors in Gloucestershire

Shareholder disputes can often arise between shareholders when there is a conflict of interest or those involved disagree over the management or operations of the business. Disputes between shareholders can be disruptive, and the longer a dispute exists, the more damaging it can be for the company.

A well-drafted shareholders agreement or articles should include terms that outline what to do when a disagreement occurs. However, seeking advice early on from a commercial lawyer can help you understand your position and help minimise the damage to your company.

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Shareholder Dispute Lawyers Cheltenham and Gloucester

Our experienced shareholder dispute lawyers in Cheltenham and Gloucester can assist both minority and majority shareholders. We will help you understand your rights as a shareholder and find an appropriate strategy moving forward depending on the nature of your dispute. We can advise on all shareholder matters and disputes, including:

• Shareholder Rights and Duties
• Shareholder Disputes and Unfair Prejudice
• Shareholder Agreements
• Boardroom Disputes
• Exiting from a company

As each dispute is different, the nature of the fallout will determine the legal action we can help you take. We can advise on all the various forms of dispute resolution, including negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation through the Courts.

Legal advice doesn’t have to mean court action. Where possible, we will aim to settle a dispute by alternative means rather than taking the issue straight to court. Litigation is more costly, lengthy, and can damage the relationship between partners and directors. However, we will always act in your best interest, so if negotiations fail or alternative dispute resolution is not suitable, we have the expertise to defend you in the courts if need be.

Importance of Shareholder Agreements

Having a good shareholder agreement in place can help avoid conflict or disputes later on. Our experienced commercial lawyers can work with businesses across various sectors draft, review, or advise on shareholder and partnership agreements to help eliminate many uncertainties and layout how to handle disputes. You can also use them to explain role expectations, decision-making powers, solutions to company deadlock, and so on. We can also witness signatures on agreements, ensuring you fully understand the implications of a contract you are about to sign.

If you face a shareholder dispute and would like to know what you should do next, our approachable commercial dispute resolution lawyers can help.