Commercial litigation solicitors, Richmond
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Moore Barlow solicitors in Richmond offer comprehensive commercial litigation services to businesses in this area and the surrounding region.
With our strong reputation for legal excellence and a deep commitment to our clients, we are the go-to choice for resolving business disputes in Richmond and beyond.
Our team of commercial litigation solicitors is skilled in handling a wide range of issues, including contractual disputes, debt recovery, and corporate conflicts. Let us put our expertise to work for you, ensuring your legal needs are met with professionalism and care.
What is commercial litigation?
Commercial litigation is a legal field that deals with disputes and conflicts between businesses or individuals engaged in commercial activities. It encompasses various legal actions, such as court hearings or arbitration, to resolve issues like contract breaches, debt recovery, and corporate disagreements.

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Why choose us?
Our Richmond office offers the perfect blend of legal excellence and a deep understanding of the local business environment. With a commitment to providing exceptional client service, our commercial litigation solicitors are dedicated to protecting your interests and achieving successful outcomes for your case. Whether you’re a business or an individual, you can trust us to deliver strategic legal solutions that are tailored to your unique circumstances. At Moore Barlow Solicitors in Richmond, your legal needs will be met with professionalism, expertise, and a personal touch.
Our team holds leading industry accreditations and memberships, including recognition by Chambers UK and The Legal 500, highlighting our dedication to delivering exceptional standards in commercial litigation. With in-depth expertise across sectors such as technology, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and property, we understand the unique challenges businesses face in each sector and tailor our approach accordingly. Our comprehensive knowledge and award-winning reputation ensures you receive insightful, pragmatic, and commercially-focused guidance throughout the entire dispute resolution process.
How we can help
We understand the unique dynamics of the local business environment and are prepared to provide strategic legal assistance for your case. Whether you require help with contract disputes, property matters, or corporate conflicts, our team is dedicated to finding the most effective solutions for your specific situation. Discover how we can guide you through the complexities of commercial litigation with professionalism and expertise.
Our experienced legal team provides specialist guidance across a comprehensive range of commercial dispute services, such as contract disputes, partnership and shareholder disagreements, professional negligence claims, property litigation, debt recovery, defamation, and injunctions. We are dedicated to managing your case strategically and proactively, using negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and, if required, litigation to ensure your business interests are robustly protected and your objectives are met effectively.
Our team of dispute resolution solicitors
Susannah Marsh
Partner | Financial Services Litigation, Real Estate Finance
Andrew Reid
Legal Director | Business Dispute Resolution, Professional Negligence
Esther Millard
Legal Director | Business Dispute Resolution, Professional Negligence
Daniel Baker
Senior Associate | Sports Law, Debt Recovery, Business Dispute Resolution
Ben Millward
Senior Associate | Sports Law, Debt Recovery, Business Dispute Resolution
Rachel Hetherington
Senior Associate | Business Dispute Resolution, Dispute Resolution
Charlie Ellison
Associate | Business Dispute Resolution, Dispute Resolution
Who we help
Our experienced commercial litigation solicitors in Richmond provide strategic legal assistance to businesses and individuals dealing with contract disputes, property matters, corporate conflicts, and more.
We regularly support a diverse client base, including SMEs, multinational corporations, start-ups, private businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, landlords and tenants, retailers, tech firms, healthcare professionals, and manufacturers. Our industry-specific understanding allows us to tackle specialised challenges within sectors such as technology and digital businesses, healthcare and life sciences providers, commercial property and real estate businesses, transportation and logistics organisations, along with professional services firms, ensuring personalised and relevant solutions for each client.
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You can trust our experienced solicitors to provide you with expert guidance and representation. We are committed to protecting your business interests and finding the best solutions to your legal challenges. Contact us now to get in touch with our Richmond-based legal team and let us assist you in resolving your commercial disputes.
We have offices in London, Richmond, Southampton, Guildford, Lymington and Woking and offer specialist dispute resolution legal services to clients nationwide.
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Frequently asked questions: Commercial litigation
What constitutes a commercial dispute?
A commercial dispute arises when two or more parties disagree over a business-related issue or transaction, including contract breaches, partnership conflicts, shareholder issues and disagreements relating to intellectual property or commercial property.
How long does the commercial litigation process typically take?
The timeframe for commercial litigation varies depending on the complexity of the case, the willingness of parties to negotiate, and the court’s availability. Typically, straightforward cases can resolve within months, while complex disputes can extend beyond a year.
Can commercial disputes be resolved without going to court?
Yes, many commercial disputes are successfully resolved using alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation, arbitration, or negotiation, which can be quicker, more cost-effective, and less adversarial than court proceedings.
What should I do if I suspect a breach of contract?
If you suspect a breach of contract, you should promptly seek professional legal advice to assess your options and, if necessary, take immediate steps to protect your interests, gather evidence, and mitigate any potential losses.
What evidence is typically required in commercial litigation cases?
Common types of evidence include contracts, correspondence, emails, invoices, financial documentation, witness statements, expert reports, and any other records relevant to the dispute. Thorough documentation is essential in strengthening your case.
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Superb client care. Penetrating legal analysis.
Legal 500, 2025
Moore Barlow’s commercial litigation team occupies a fairly unique position in the industry, catering for claims by individuals all the way up to major lending institutions and other big businesses. They also have excellent experience in commercial litigation, professional negligence work, property litigation, and judicial review. This allows them to deal with all sides of most commercial disputes.
Legal 500, 2025
Moore Barlow have always shown strong knowledge of the sector and can advise on strategic approaches. They have a number of people who capably ensure we have a continuation of service throughout.
Chambers and Partners, 2025
To my mind, the foremost full service law firm for business and personal disputes in the home counties. A trusted and commercially astute firm.
Chambers and Partners, 2025
Moore Barlow has a strong presence across the region, with offices in Guildford, Lymington, Southampton and Woking. The firm advises clients on commercial disputes relating to contractual issues, real estate, insolvency and debt recovery, with further strength in shareholder litigation and other contentious corporate matters. Its client roster includes SMEs, owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurs.
Chambers & Partners, 2024
The firm do not shy away from difficult cases. They are efficient and collaborative. The client is treated with courtesy and respect.
Legal 500, 2024
Good strong experienced team who are accessible, knowledgeable, flexible in their approach and a natural extension of our business – we work in partnership.
Legal 500, 2023
A really strong team, with a depth of experience, good at building strong client relationships and excellent commercial judgement.
Legal 500, 2022
They deliver an excellent service for clients. Cases are extremely well-managed, strategy is thought through from the start, and clients are provided with sound intelligent advice throughout. I have no hesitation in recommending the firm and have in fact recommended them to a client.
Legal 500, 2021
The team is highly commercial, diligent and always quick to find practical and creative solutions. They provide a city law firm service in the heart of Surrey.
Legal 500, 2021
We have always received outstanding feedback from members who have worked with the firm and we feel they are exemplary in their fields.