Civil Litigation & Dispute Resolution Solicitors

Litigation Solicitors in Yorkshire, Serving Clients Across England & Wales

If you have a dispute, the civil litigation at Holden Smith Law can help you resolve it.

Our litigation team is based in Leeds and Huddersfield, but assist clients across England and Wales. 

Whether you are disputing a contract you may have, being left out of a will or even a claim for compensation following an injury or malpractice, we are here to help you.

Contact our team today to receive a complimentary 30-minute initial consultation on how we can support you. You can speak to our team by calling one of our offices or by completing our online enquiry form.

What is Civil Litigation?

Civil litigation is the legal process for resolving non-criminal disputes. This involves at least two parties: a "Claimant" and a "Defendant". These parties can be companies or private individuals.

Our Services

Led by our Head of Litigation, Paul Phillips, we have extensive experience across a broad range of civil litigation matters, and a proven track record in resolving disputes efficiently and effectively.

Holden Smith covers a wide range of legal issues that we can assists you with:

  • Contract Disputes

  • Personal Injury

  • Financial claims

  • Criminal Injury Compensation (CICA)

  • Medical Negligence

  • Property Litigation

  • Landlord and tenant disputes

  • Misrepresentation claims

  • Professional negligence

  • Will Disputes & Inheritance Claims

  • Civil claims against the police

  • Bankruptcy, debt recovery and loan disputes

We use alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation. These help us quickly find the right solution for you. Our clear and practical approach ensures that you receive the best possible outcome.

Why Choose Holden Smith?

Our dedicated litigation team has over 20 years of experience resolving disputes for families, individuals and businesses, in both claimant and defendant capacities. We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Our team may be local to Yorkshire, but we have experience of aiding clients across England and Wales.

We are passionate about obtaining a swift, cost-effective resolution for your dispute. But only if the outcome is the best possible solution for you or your business.

We offer all potential clients a complimentary initial 30-minute consultation. Our team will listen to your dispute and discuss how we can assist and find a resolution. 

Our Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team

Frequently Asked Questions.

What are the methods of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)?

In the UK, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to methods used by civil litigation solicitors to resolve issues outside of the court system. The key methods of ADR are:

  1. Mediation;

  2. Arbitration;

  3. Conciliation;

  4. Ombudsman services;

What is mediation?

Mediation is a common method of dispute resolution used by litigation solicitors to resolve a dispute between two or more parties. This process can involve a mediator. A mediator is a neutral third party who facilitates the talks and assists with the negotiations.

If the parties reach an agreement through mediation, they will sign a settlement agreement which is legally binding. There will also be the option for the topics/issues discussed in the mediation and the outcome to remain private.

Mediation is a useful tool for litigation cases as it can be a faster process for parties to reach an agreement compared to other methods. Through mediation, disputes have been known to be resolved in a matter of hours.

Will my case go to court?

Taking a dispute to court can be a costly, time-consuming and stressful experience. Typically, solicitors and litigators will strive try to prevent your case from going to court and aim to resolve the dispute through mediation.


How can I fund my case?

This varies on a case-by-case basis. For disputes involving Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, or Will Disputes, we may be able to assist you on a No-Win No-Fee basis where the legal fees are deducted from your compensation. For other cases, these may require private payment by the business or individual.

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Get in touch. 

Do not hesitate to contact our team of litigation lawyers who can resolve your dispute. You can contact our team by calling one of our offices or by completing our online enquiry form.