The process —
what we do.
Providing the cutting edge
to your defence team.
We know the process inside and out and can guide you every step of the way. Here’s a brief introduction to the process and how we help at each stage.
The legal
process —
From critical strategy to
commercial drivers, we get a resolution fast.
Throughout the legal process, we’re constantly looking to negotiate a resolution. Litigation can end at any time during the process – we’ll be pragmatic if we see an opportunity for a favourable outcome.
After being made aware that you’re the target of proposed litigation you’ll probably feel shocked and overwhelmed. Act quickly and strategically and you may have a chance to end the matter now.
Our role:
We’ll help you come up with the best strategy to resolve the situation at this early stage, or at the very least avoid inflaming it further. We’ll estimate the costs and if needed introduce you to potential funders. As well as the areas listed below, from now on we’ll act as a sounding board and project manage your defence for you, to take as much stress off your shoulders as possible.
The right legal team is critical to a successful outcome but do be aware there are good and bad players in the profession and it’s often hard to know who to trust. The legal profession as a whole is something of a members’ club, one that’s not always welcoming to outsiders.
Our role:
We’ll help you find the right solicitor along with a barrister who’s smart, completely believes in your innocence and is prepared to fight to the end. We’ll steer clear of actions that lead to unnecessary costs, like endless letter exchanges that often end up doing more harm than good.
This is your first shot at your defence, so it needs to be clear, concise and compelling. This is for the accusers not the court so you need to identify the critical issues, then create a strong argument supported by evidence. Cut to the chase – we’re aiming to convince the other side you’re sure to win so there’s no point continuing.
Our role:
Working with your legal team and using our business acumen, we will identify the key issues and commercial justifications for your actions to so you can put together your argument. Using our technical skills, we will cherry pick the appropriate and compelling supporting evidence you need at this stage to leave your accusers floundering.
Above all else, the judge is looking to see that you have solid justification for your actions and that you are honest. By this point there will have been a number of court administrative hearings, but the trial is the main area to focus on. This is the time to start gathering witness statements, expert evidence and anything else that can support your defence.
Our role:
Our entrepreneurial instincts will identify your sound commercial and honest justification and present the evidence to support them. Writing your defence is the barrister’s job, but we continue to add our views and concentrate on the evidence.
Our main job at this stage is to ensure all proper analysis, financial reconstructions, email reviews, organisational charts and whatever else is needed are fully compiled. This is where our entrepreneurial and commercial experience and technical backgrounds really come to the fore. We’re used to thinking outside the box, which means we can come up with ideas the lawyers can’t.
The end result? A rock-solid defence with all supporting evidence laid out logically and transparently.
There is another opportunity for resolution before trial, once the heavy lifting has been done and each party knows their respective positions. A period of negotiation takes place now to see if it’s possible to settle pre-trial.
Our role:
We’ll put our skills and experience as negotiators to work on your behalf and see if we can achieve a settlement.
This is where you will be cross-examined and your barrister will argue on your behalf in front of the judge. Being cross- examined is stressful and emotionally very difficult. You’ll need to be prepared, both factually and mentally, if you’re going to perform at your best and convince the judge of your innocence.
Our role:
This is where the rubber hits the road. We’ll help you prepare thoroughly for cross examination with appropriate analysis and review. Mental strength comes from being fully prepared and confident in what you need to say. We’ll get you there.
The
legal
process —
From critical strategy to
commercial drivers, we get a resolution fast.
Throughout the legal process, we’re constantly looking to negotiate a resolution. Litigation can end at any time during the process – we’ll be pragmatic if we see an opportunity for a favourable outcome.
Devise your game plan
After being made aware that you’re the target of proposed litigation you’ll probably feel shocked and overwhelmed. Act quickly and strategically and you may have a chance to end the matter now.
Our role:
We’ll help you come up with the best strategy to resolve the situation at this early stage, or at the very least avoid inflaming it further. We’ll estimate the costs and if needed introduce you to potential funders. As well as the areas listed below, from now on we’ll act as a sounding board and project manage your defence for you, to take as much stress off your shoulders as possible.
Choose your legal team
The right legal team is critical to a successful outcome but do be aware there are good and bad players in the profession and it’s often hard to know who to trust. The legal profession as a whole is something of a members’ club, one that’s not always welcoming to outsiders.
Our role:
We’ll help you find the right solicitor along with a barrister who’s smart, completely believes in your innocence and is prepared to fight to the end. We’ll steer clear of actions that lead to unnecessary costs, like endless letter exchanges that often end up doing more harm than good.
Pleading
Here’s where you state the reason you are innocent. This is your first shot at your defence, so it needs to be clear, concise and compelling. You need to identify the critical issues, then create a strong argument supported by evidence. Cut to the chase — we’re aiming to convince the other side you’re sure to win so there’s no point continuing.
Our role:
Working with your legal team and using our business acumen, we will identify the key issues and commercial justifications for your actions to so you can put together your argument. Using our technical skills, we will cherry pick the appropriate and compelling supporting evidence you need at this stage to leave your accusers floundering.
Prepare for trial
Above all else, the judge is looking to see that you have solid justification for your actions and that you are honest. By this point there will have been a number of court administrative hearings, but the trial is the main area to focus on. This is the time to start gathering witness statements, expert evidence and anything else that can support your defence.
Our role:
Our entrepreneurial instincts will identify your sound commercial and honest justification and present the evidence to support them. Writing your defence is the barrister’s job, but we continue to add our views and concentrate on the evidence.
Our main job at this stage is to ensure all proper analysis, financial reconstructions, email reviews, organisational charts and whatever else is needed are fully compiled. This is where our entrepreneurial and commercial experience and technical backgrounds really come to the fore. We’re used to thinking outside the box, which means we can come up with ideas the lawyers can’t.
The end result? A rock-solid defence with all supporting evidence laid out logically and transparently.
Trial
This is where you will be cross-examined and your barrister will argue on your behalf in front of the judge. Being cross- examined is stressful and emotionally very difficult. You’ll need to be prepared, both factually and mentally, if you’re going to perform at your best and convince the judge of your innocence.
Our role:
This is where the rubber hits the road. We’ll help you prepare thoroughly for cross examination with appropriate analysis and review. Mental strength comes from being fully prepared and confident in what you need to say. We’ll get you there.
The emotional
process —
Staying sane during the most
stressful time of your life.
Litigation is not designed to be pleasant. It’s a hard road and it takes enormous mental strength and resilience to reach the end with your sanity intact. Staying sharp and on the ball is the key to making sensible decisions at each critical juncture.
The emotional
process —
Staying sane during the most
stressful time of your life.
Litigation is not designed to be pleasant. It’s a hard road and it takes enormous mental strength and resilience to reach the end with your sanity intact. Staying sharp and on the ball is the key to making sensible decisions at each critical juncture.