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ServicesCommercial litigation All business disputes are disruptive and time consuming. They can also be very costly which is why our team offers an effective approach to all forms of disputes with the aim of producing as swift a resolution as possible. As a result we have earned a reputation that has projected the firm to the very forefront of those in the North East which are able to offer this area of expertise. We have experience of all aspects of commercial property and civil litigation including disputes relating to commercial contracts shareholder agreements, partnerships, injunctive relief, landlord and tenant as well as debt recovery and professional negligence claims. We have represented clients at all stages of the legal process, including appeals to the Court of Appeal and the House of Lords. In some cases court proceedings may not be the answer to a dispute and we will consider how practically to resolve a conflict in other ways. Arbitration and mediation have created an environment to handle individual disputes, which allow conflicts to be resolved quickly and economically. In all cases we seek to promote the best interests of our client and find an appropriate resolution. Commercial litigation team Commercial property Universal commercial property team is committed to delivering the very best practical advice and assistance to its wide-ranging client basis including individuals small businesses, public authorities, banks, large companies and institutions. Our experience includes dealing with all types and sizes of commercial property transactions. We routinely advise on the acquisition and disposal of substantial investment properties, residential portfolios, offshore acquisitions, retail and leisure park developments and bank lending and other forms of finance. We also assist clients with landlord and tenant matters, planning, construction and environmental issues. Company and business law Our company and business law team provides a comprehensive legal service to limited companies sole traders partnerships, corporations and PLC's operating throughout Europe and beyond. We understand the importance of meticulously planning each transaction, but retain a flexible, pragmatic and cost-effective approach to moving issues forward. Our core team has direct personal experience of working in management positions, in and outside the legal profession, and therefore understands wider business issues and the pressure that businesses face. As a result, we have built up a profile for being a first choice provider of high quality legal services to businesses in the region. We can provide advice on the following areas: * advice to company directors * business sale and purchase * company acquisition and disposal * company formation * computer contracts and software licensing * e-commerce and data protection * franchising * manufacturing and supply contracts * trade marks and intellectual property. Company and business law team Debt recovery Everyone can experience problems with customers paying late. The prompt payment of invoices is essential to the prosperity of your business. If you want the cashflow benefits and peace of mind that come with effective debt recovery through the courts then you should look to the specialist skills of Jacksons' debt recovery department. At Universal our aim is to ensure your debt is settled promptly. We provide the letters and court proceedings which often lead to early payment. Should the debtor fail to pay we progress the claim past judgment to enforcement. Backed by a highly-effective case management system we can recover your debt cheaply and efficiently. Universal is established in handling large volume debt recovery for many large organisations. We have built up the reputation of having one of the leading debt recovery departments in the North East. During many years we have built a large client base by ensuring clients remain with us and recommend us to others. Two of our clients have written testimonials below: "We have used the Universal debt recovery service on a number of occasions during the last 18 months and have achieved satisfactory results every time. On most occasions this has been at no cost to our business and after just one letter paid for by the debtor. More complicated cases have involved a negotiated settlement process led by Jacksons. In every case the introduction of the firm has helped to quickly focus minds and make positive progress." Gary Dawson Managing Director AV Dawson Ltd "We use Universal to recover money owed to our company. The firm operates an efficient and successful debt recovery system and we are always confident that it will recover our money as quickly and economically as possible." Mark Hill BSc (Hons) MRICS Commercial Property Manager Family Universal family law team provides a sympathetic approach to the sensitive issues surrounding family law especially in cases where children are involved. No matter how difficult the situation is with our assistance it can be resolved. With our expertise we guide our clients to a resolution either through negotiation mediation or if necessary, the courts. We can also call upon specialist advisors on matters such as pensions, mortgages, tax allowances and reliefs. We understand that our advice is of a very personal nature and we appreciate that, wherever possible, disputes should be resolved amicably. Our solicitors are members of Resolution and follow their code of practice. Within our Family team we have a fully trained & qualified Collaborative Lawyer. Resolution members are committed to resolving disputes as amicably as possible.  Universal can provide advice on the following areas: * child support agency issues * childcare * cohabitation agreements * disagreements over the home * disputes between unmarried partners * disputes over the children * divorce * domestic violence * implications of breakdowns on tax, pensions and joint borrowing * Next of Kin. Dobell Thomas dobell.thomas@ulfirm.com |
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