modern approach to Dispute Prevention & ADR Clauses
Our Expertise
Preventing
Escalation
before Dispute Arises
Many disputes escalate unnecessarily due to unclear or ineffective dispute resolution provisions.
We help clients reduce risk by embedding clear, workable dispute resolution mechanisms into their contracts and commercial arrangements.
areas of law we specialise in...
Our Services
We support clients across all stages of dispute planning by drafting and reviewing ADR and escalation clauses, repairing defective dispute resolution provisions, and designing proportionate escalation frameworks tailored to the needs of the business. Our approach also includes advising on mediation-first and tiered resolution strategies, ensuring disputes are managed efficiently, commercially, and with a clear pathway to resolution.
Why ADR Clauses Matter
Well-drafted ADR clauses play a critical role in effective dispute management by reducing time and cost when disputes arise, encouraging early resolution, and aligning with regulatory and insurer expectations. They also provide clarity and certainty around process and jurisdiction, helping parties navigate disputes with greater confidence and control.
When to Review Your ADR Clauses
ADR clauses should be reviewed at key stages of the commercial relationship, including before entering into new contracts, when disputes begin to emerge, and during any contract renegotiations, to ensure they remain effective, enforceable, and aligned with your dispute resolution strategy.
our integrated approach
We combine technical precision with a commercially focused approach, ensuring that clients receive clear, practical guidance when reviewing existing contracts or seeking to reduce dispute risk. Our team works closely with businesses to identify potential issues at an early stage, strengthen contractual protections, and implement effective dispute resolution frameworks that align with wider commercial objectives. By taking a proactive and collaborative approach, we help prevent disputes before they arise and ensure that contracts are structured to support efficient, proportionate resolution where needed.
frequently asked questions
Why should I instruct a lawyer to draft my agreements when I can download a template online?
Standard templated agreements do not protect you and are very unlikely to reflect what you want the agreement to include. We have had clients come to us with their disputes because they never used a lawyer to draft their agreements, which left them open to liability. A lawyer will be able to sit down with you, understand your business, give you advice, brainstorm with you and create an agreement that truly reflects your requirements commercially whilst protecting your best interests.
How do you charge for your work?
We are truly transparent about our charges and we have no hidden costs. You will know from the outset of your matter exactly what you are paying for, when you will pay and how you will make payment to us. We are supported by an experienced operational team that assists our Partners with their work. Our Partners will have an initial no-obligation discovery call with you and then send you a quote for their work. We try our best to charge on a fixed-fee basis so you know exactly what you are paying.
Do you have any particular sector experience or expertise?
We are truly sector agnostic but our experts have a high level of experience in the healthcare, technology, finance, manufacturing, professional services and hospitality sectors. As our lawyers are experienced, they are able to truly make sure they understand your industry, your business and the commerciality involved. We have drafted terms of business for manufacturers, tech businesses, dentists, financial institutions, accountants and many more. For financial institutions, we have lawyers that understand FCA rules and regulations and likewise we have lawyers that understand healthcare rules and regulations.
