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At certain moments in your life you may need the services of a lawyer to help assist in resolving a problem. Whether you’re a claimant, defendant, employer employee, landlord, tenant, consultant director, partner, shareholder, husband, wife or de-facto, our team is experienced in dealing with the arguments and disputes that can arise in personal and business life.
We strive to protect your interests in a cost effective way. Thinking beyond just the law, we acknowledge and take into account peoples lives and the various issues they face. We always look to resolve issues without having to court to court and avoid expensive legal costs by either a negotiated settlement or by way of mediation. However in the event that you must go to court, we strive to get a decision from the court that is fair.
Our Commercial Litigation team is committed to helping clients prevent or resolve conflicts in a timely and effective manner, while minimizing expenses and disruptions.
John Harris Solicitors is composed of bilingual and versatile litigators, experienced in the civil matters in federal, family, high court and as well as the Supreme Court of Queensland and most regulatory and administrative tribunals. We have successfully managed cases dealing with all aspects of corporate and commercial activities, including shareholders' disputes, fraud, partnership disputes, securities, insolvency.
We regularly handle complex multi-party litigation and work effectively with counsel representing other parties with similar interests. Our systems are designed to process large volumes of documents efficiently. We also ensure effective and timely communication and reporting among the various counsels and clients.
We have also developed exceptional litigation support services, both in terms of human resources and technological support. We take full advantage of on-line research facilities, use continuing legal education as cost-effective research tools for Queensland and Federal jurisdictions and take advantage of the firm’s precedent data bases and the Internet.
We provide the most effective application of current technologies to the practice of law available in Queensland. Use of paralegal and clerks further assists in the provision of quality, cost-effective document management and litigation support.
Our Approach
We are committed to taking a practical, business oriented approach. Most litigious situations can be solved through effective strategic planning and timely implementation.
Whatever area of law, industry, type of litigation or representations required, we focus at the outset on understanding the strategic objectives of our clients and on understanding their business and industry. The collective know-how of the team is then mobilized to respond rapidly, efficiently and effectively to our clients’ needs. An initial risk assessment is conducted in order to elaborate a winning strategy focused on costs and optimal results. We also offer transactional advice to minimize post-closing litigation risks.
Our responsiveness to client needs and our ability to develop and implement innovative solutions is particularly well suited to urgent remedies such as injunctions and seizures before judgment. Clients value our strategic thinking and our commitment to excellence and teamwork.
We will recommend arbitration or mediation if it better suits the needs and interests of our clients. We are experienced in the field of alternative dispute resolution as advisors, advocates, mediators or arbitrators.
Our litigation services include:
- Mediation
When parties seek to avoid inconveniences related to judicial proceedings, but wish to have a third party resolve issues that are at the heart of a dispute or conflict, we propose the services of experienced arbitrators. Rather than waiting months or even years for a trial, the parties may rapidly obtain a hearing and a result. In certain circumstances, the opposing parties may wish to resolve their dispute but find themselves unable to do so. In such cases, we propose the services of experienced mediators. The mediation process consists of meetings with the mediator for the purpose of settling the dispute through an assisted negotiation.
- Family Law
- Estate Disputes
- Debt Recovery
- Contractual Disputes
- Insolvency and Winding Up Applications
Often the best way to get the answers you need is to speak to a solicitor, so call us on +61 7 3839 1500.
Organise an initial consultation
A face-to-face consultation gives you the opportunity to discuss your issue with professionals who deal with and resolve these issues on a daily basis. We provide a free half an hour initial consultation. It gives you a chance to ask any questions you may have and for a member of our team to gain background and provide an insight into the options available to you.
For more information please call us on +61 7 3839 1500 or send us an e-mail at info@jhsolicitors.com.au. We are here to help.
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