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Commercial Disputes: Strategy, Tactics & Avoiding the Courtroom
In this episode, Robin Henry, Head of Dispute Resolution at Collyer Bristow, sits down with Senior Associate Nichola Leach to unpack the modern landscape of commercial disputes. They explore how in-house counsel can manage risk, protect business interests, and resolve disputes strategically, often without going to court.
With practical examples and sharp insight, Robin and Nichola discuss early-stage intervention, the rise of mediation and arbitration, and why a proactive approach to disputes can offer significant cost and reputational benefits.
This is a must-listen for legal teams navigating commercial risk or looking to build stronger relationships with their litigation advisors.
What You’ll Learn:
- How early engagement can de-escalate potential litigation
- The strategic role of mediation and ADR in commercial disputes
- Common pitfalls businesses face when disputes arise
- How in-house and external counsel can collaborate most effectively
- Why a cost-benefit mindset matters in dispute resolution
Duration: 16 minutes