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Obtaining validation order
Our dispute resolution team obtained a validation order for a company client which had inadvertently overlooked service of a winding-up petition by a creditor. Not only had the petition been served, but it had also been advertised, which meant that the client could not make any payments from its bank account to discharge the debt.
Prohibited names order
We obtained an order under section 216(3) of the Insolvency Act 1986 which enabled our client to be a director of a new limited company with a similar name to one that had been dissolved.
Advising furniture supplier on economic tort claim
Our dispute resolution team was instructed by a supplier of high value domestic furniture when its business was threatened by a competitor.
Advising metal trading client Westbrook Resources in Court of Appeal
We achieved an important Court of Appeal win for Westbrook Resources Limited following a long-running dispute between Westbrook and Globe Metallurgical Inc concerning breach of contract when supplying goods.
Using mediation to resolve long-running business dispute
Our dispute resolution and employment specialists recently settled a dispute between the directors and shareholders of a privately owned business in the healthcare sector.
Advising European transport company on High Court claim
We acted for GEFCO UK Limited, which is part of a major European transport company, in its claim against J Jarvis PLC.
Alternative dispute resolution techniques
Penningtons' dispute resolution team recently concluded a dispute using another alternative to litigation through the courts. In this case, the client purchased some antique Chinese porcelain from a dealer in London. Some years later - but within the six year limitation period for claims of breach of contract - he was advised that it was worth much less than he had paid.
Precedent setting group litigation order
We acted for a major European motor manufacturer involved in a Group Litigation Order (GLO) against the Inland Revenue in a claim known as the ACT Group Litigation. This was the first GLO made by the Chancery Division of the High Court.
International arbitration
Our success in two arbitration cases brought under International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) rules demonstrates the breadth of expertise we have developed in this area.
Law Society Intervention Panel appointment
We were delighted to be reappointed to the Law Society's Intervention Panel to act as its agents.
Supporting CGU International Insurance
Our property and dispute resolution departments worked together to support CGU International Insurance in relation to a property in Croydon occupied by Alders Department Stores, which had gone into administration.
High Court VAT appeals
Taxpayers wishing to appeal a decision of the VAT and Duties Tribunal must take their case to the High Court. Our dispute resolution team in London has strengthened its expertise in appeals of this type, acting for taxpayers in a series of high profile claims on behalf of accountants.
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