International Disputes
It is a fact that the majority of international contracts are either drafted in English or are reliant on English forms of dispute resolution, whether through English Courts or by providing that the seat of the arbitration shall be in England.
We are well versed in all forms of dispute resolution in England, but more importantly we have the flexibility of approach and experience to be able to handle a dispute in England even though it may have arisen thousands of miles away.
However, it is increasingly common for international projects to be written in English and be subject to English Law.
International projects require the assistance of an English Law firm in terms of the administration of the claim, advising on English Law and working with you.
We have the highest level of information technology, access to dozens of experts also with international experience, and we can work with your own lawyers rather than against them. We can organise and deploy staff to your office or site location wherever it is in the world, and manage substantial amounts of documentation and large numbers of witnesses.
Because we are a niche practice, we can provide advice to local law firms or accountants, whether that is ultimately delivered direct to their client or re-badged and delivered directly by them to their client.
What we bring is experience, expertise, the ability to handle complex matters on technical and legally demanding disputes, but still deliver that on a commercial basis and with our personal attention to detail.
If a dispute should arise then call us and we come and see you, and help you to work out the appropriate response and approach, taking into account the designated legal forum, time, costs and the other resources available to you.
Barton Legal seeks to establish long term relationships with foreign law firms and companies to work with them and with their clients. Unlike large international practices we do not seek to dominate or take over – collaboration is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Barton Legal are highly experienced in various forms of dispute resolution and dispute avoidance which can be used in relation to a construction project.
This includes litigation, adjudication, arbitration (domestic and international) as well as other forms of dispute resolution, such as alternative dispute resolution and dispute avoidance boards.
Barton Legal are able to review a pay less notice received by a party and determine if it has been served in a valid manner and if the details it sets out are contractually compliant. The pay less notice may be invalid for a variety of reasons and you need to know sooner rather than later.
Barton Legal take a collaborative approach with clients, including discussing with them the potential options when handling a matter which is based on what the contract actually says, whilst balancing commercial considerations.
Barton Legal understand the provisions which affect how a contract is administered for a variety of contracts and can provide clarity about how to manage the contract. This includes drafting notices, and when to send them, what other information may or may not be required and advising as to the other obligations and action points from the contract terms and conditions.
We will tell you want you do and don’t need to do, and when and how.
Barton Legal has the knowledge to discuss a potential claim, its merits and what should or should not be done. We will clarify what claim you may, or may not, have and the likelihood your claim will be successful.
Barton Legal has the expertise to understand what other factors may be at play when you are claiming against another party. We know how to prepare claims and the extent of evidence needed, as well as witness statements and other supporting information.
In short, Barton Legal have the expertise to deal with any matter which may arise that relates to a construction project.
Are you part of a dispute which has arisen on the project?
Barton Legal are highly experienced in various forms of dispute resolution and dispute avoidance which can be used in relation to a construction project.
This includes litigation, adjudication, arbitration (domestic and international) as well as other forms of dispute resolution, such as alternative dispute resolution and dispute avoidance boards.
Are you a contractor or sub-contractor who has had a pay less notice issued against their payment valuation?
Barton Legal are able to review a pay less notice received by a party and determine if it has been served in a valid manner and if the details it sets out are contractually compliant. The pay less notice may be invalid for a variety of reasons and you need to know sooner rather than later.
Are you a Contract Administrator/Employer’s Agent/Contractor who needs advice on how to issue a pay less notice or other form of contractual notice?
Barton Legal are highly experienced in various forms of dispute resolution and dispute avoidance which can be used in relation to a construction project.
This includes litigation, adjudication, arbitration (domestic and international) as well as other forms of dispute resolution, such as alternative dispute resolution and dispute avoidance boards.
Are you a contractor or sub-contractor who has had a pay less notice issued against their payment valuation?
Barton Legal are able to review a pay less notice received by a party and determine if it has been served in a valid manner and if the details it sets out are contractually compliant. The pay less notice may be invalid for a variety of reasons and you need to know sooner rather than later.
