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We are a modern law firm, specialising in commercial dispute resolution and litigation. We help businesses to achieve their objectives efficiently.
Our ambition is to be straightforward, flexible and available. Above all, we take a positive & practical approach. We believe that any situation can be improved, even if the solution is not immediately apparent.
BBC News - Business
Mon, 25 May 2026 08:38:44 GMT
Trump said on Saturday that an agreement would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, without giving further details.
Mon, 25 May 2026 00:21:24 GMT
The UK's brewery scene is shrinking as pubs close, costs rise and drinking habits change.
Mon, 25 May 2026 00:26:38 GMT
More people are taking second jobs as rising costs and insecure work reshape how we earn a living.
Mon, 25 May 2026 01:08:39 GMT
MBS's Vison 2030 project seemed the stuff of science fiction. Now reality has bitten
Sun, 24 May 2026 23:01:09 GMT
India Inc spent $18bn on global buyouts in 2025 and the deal value could cross $15bn in the first half of 2026.
Sun, 24 May 2026 23:13:50 GMT
The Moroccan government wants more Western holidaymakers to visit the territory it claims to own.
Sun, 24 May 2026 10:21:58 GMT
Reforms are needed of the welfare system to tackle the high numbers of young people not in work or education, says Alan Milburn.
Sat, 23 May 2026 03:53:20 GMT
The largest and most powerful rocket in history blasted off after its first attempted launch was postponed.
Fri, 22 May 2026 10:56:32 GMT
John Boumphrey says the education system "isn't necessarily producing young people who are ready for work".
Fri, 22 May 2026 18:55:10 GMT
The Standard Chartered boss said he values all colleagues and is committed to helping them cope with change.
Fri, 22 May 2026 21:30:06 GMT
Researchers hope the work will help identify affordable, effective drugs to treat conditions like MND.
Fri, 22 May 2026 18:16:58 GMT
The US president piled major pressure on Kevin Warsh's predecessor to cut interest rates.
Fri, 22 May 2026 12:28:35 GMT
It said difficulties had been exacerbated by "significant cost increases resulting from government policy choices".
Fri, 22 May 2026 21:32:17 GMT
Temperatures hit 28.4C in parts of England on Friday, while delays have been reported at the Port of Dover and Birmingham Airport ahead of the bank holiday weekend.
Sun, 24 May 2026 01:02:55 GMT
Six supermarket brand eggs cost £1 in 2022. How much are they now, why have they gone up, and is anyone profiteering?
Thu, 21 May 2026 23:14:18 GMT
Frustration with fake dating profiles has spurred new dating services with different approaches.
Wed, 20 May 2026 23:19:14 GMT
Campaigners in Barbuda, Grenada and Jamaica say they can no longer access their coastlines.
Mon, 18 May 2026 23:04:14 GMT
Most clothes are made in Asia, but new machines could bring some of that work back to the West.
Mon, 18 May 2026 07:25:14 GMT
The internet giant dwarfs other online retailers on both sides of the Atlantic.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:18:57 GMT
One director, who has just bought 2,000 panels, hopes to safeguard the company's future bills.
Thu, 14 May 2026 23:03:16 GMT
It can take a decade to bring a new orchid to market, so breeders keep their hi-tech processes secret.
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:01:07 GMT
The biggest tech firms are set to sell millions of smart glasses despite growing privacy concerns.
Mon, 25 May 2026 05:58:08 GMT
People in their 70s say they cannot afford to quit their jobs, but others say work keeps them young.
Sun, 24 May 2026 06:06:23 GMT
It is so expensive to live in Cambridge a charity says people with jobs need subsidised food.
Sun, 24 May 2026 01:02:55 GMT
Six supermarket brand eggs cost £1 in 2022. How much are they now, why have they gone up, and is anyone profiteering?
Sat, 23 May 2026 10:32:53 GMT
Temperatures are rising across the country, and so is the price of ice cream - but by how much?
Fri, 22 May 2026 10:20:07 GMT
The government says shoppers across the UK could save as much as £150 million a year on food - but how much is that per household?
Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:02:48 GMT
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:30:45 GMT
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:41:16 GMT
The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:01:51 GMT
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
Sat, 23 May 2026 09:37:23 GMT
A rebrand of the junction 32 retail park off the M62 has gone down poorly with some locals in Castleford.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:06:11 GMT
Why are unpaid debt court cases rising?
Fri, 22 May 2026 10:45:38 GMT
The BBC's Michelle Fleury looks at trades disclosed by the president.
Fri, 22 May 2026 07:51:04 GMT
Laura Pomfret - CCJs, decrees and unpaid court debts
Fri, 22 May 2026 06:55:03 GMT
The luxury handbags sold in a government auction in Ho Chi Minh.
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We provide advice and guidance on the resolution of business disputes, including through direct negotiation, mediation and litigation. Examples of our services include early stage advice on contract termination and dispute avoidance; presenting or responding to claims; representation at mediation appointments; litigation management; representation in court proceedings; and drafting position statements.
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Simon has once again provided us with excellent service. Simon is smart, tough, responsive – and all at very competitive rates.
Mark Biddle. General Counsel, Williams Grand Prix Engineering Limited.
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Simon Emmerson at Emmerson Law continues to act for an impressive range of clients at the Mercantile, County and High Courts. Recent work includes defending a $1.5m breach of contract claim.
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Simon Emmerson has done an outstanding job for us with his pragmatic, professional and common sense approach.
Les Cannings, LJ&CA Cannings
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Emmerson Law’s team is headed by founding partner Simon Emmerson, who is praised for his ‘excellent tactical and commercially oriented advice'.
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Simon is extremely good at the face-to-face mediation process and managed our case in a very expedient and professional manner. He is extremely cost effective and pragmatic in his approach.
Ian Bingham. Director, The IP Asset Partnership
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'Impressive and seasoned litigator' Simon Emmerson heads the team at Emmerson Law which acted on a number of negligence, fraud and breach of contract claims.
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Litigation boutique Emmerson Law is led by Simon Emmerson, who really understands the dynamics of litigation. The firm has notable experience handling claims arising from commercial contracts and economic torts.
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Commercial contracts and economic torts are the forte of litigation boutique Emmerson Law, which also 'punches above its weight' in regulatory work. 'Top-notch' managing director Simon Emmerson has 'a real feel for the dynamics of litigation' and routinely acts for defendants and claimants from a broad range of sectors, including energy, hospitality and software development. The firm receives a high number of inbound instructions from the US.
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The ‘very responsive, efficient, proactive and knowledgeable’ practice at Emmerson Law is run by ‘excellent’ sole practitioner Simon Emmerson. Emmerson acts for listed companies, SMEs and owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors including energy, electronics manufacturing, software development and motorsport.
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