Dispute Resolution

Adjudication • Arbitration • Mediation • Litigation

We understand that disputes can threaten business continuity, stakeholder relationships, and financial outcomes. That’s why our dispute resolution practice is designed to offer tailored strategies across all major resolution methods: adjudication, arbitration, mediation, and litigation. Whether your matter requires a fast-track commercial remedy or formal court intervention, our multidisciplinary team provides expert, commercially minded solutions that align with your broader business objectives.

Our team works across all practice areas, including construction, property, maritime, insurance, labour, corporate, and regulatory, to resolve disputes in a way that’s practical, cost-effective, and focused on results. We take time to understand your commercial context, then apply the most suitable dispute resolution method to protect your interests and preserve value.

Adjudication: Fast, Efficient Dispute Settlement

Adjudication is often the preferred mechanism in construction and infrastructure disputes, offering a faster and less costly alternative to litigation. Our lawyers support the process by:

  • Drafting and responding to referrals
  • Managing the evidentiary process
  • Enforcing adjudicator decisions in court


We regularly assist developers, contractors, and professionals in resolving project-related claims swiftly, helping to keep projects on track

Strategic Claims Handling

We approach claims not just from a legal perspective, but with the insurer’s commercial and reputational risks in mind.

Arbitration provides parties with a structured yet private forum to resolve disputes.

As experienced arbitration counsel, we:

  • Represent clients in both domestic and international arbitrations
  • Assist in selecting arbitrators and drafting arbitration agreements
  • Navigate complex procedural rules and the enforcement of awards

Our firm is adept at handling high-value commercial arbitrations across sectors, including transport, energy, insurance, business rescue, and corporate law.

Mediation offers a collaborative space to reach a mutually acceptable solution, often preserving relationships.

We advise clients on:

  • Preparing for mediation and identifying negotiation positions
  • Selecting skilled mediators and structuring effective sessions
  • Formalising mediated agreements to protect long-term interests


This method is especially useful in employment, property, and regulatory disputes where ongoing relationships matter.

While we often resolve matters outside of court, some cases require formal litigation

Our litigation team:

  • Assesses risk and merits upfront to guide legal strategy
  • Handles urgent court applications, appeals, and complex trials
  • Works alongside our sector specialists to provide an integrated defence


We act in both the High Court and specialist tribunals, offering robust representation with a view to efficient outcomes.

Andrew Clark
Peter Barnard
Gareth Cremen
Adelin Dalais
Rona Evans
Jason Goodison
Sunil Hansjee
Richard Hoal
Michael Jackson
Helen Jackson
Laura Kelly
Benjamin Meadows
Chantal Mitchell
Mohamed Mota
Mongezi Mpahlwa
Slindokuhle Ngwenya
Claudelle Pretorius
Gary Pritchard
Jenna Rodd
Aideen Ross
Steven Saunders
Thys Scheepers
Christine Seger
David Vlcek
Christine Seger
Megan Baker
Micaela Brown
Harshita Kapoor
Zethu Ntanzi
Jennifer Smit
Shea Bradfield
Savannah Buys
Yolandi Cloete
Caitlin Kavanagh
Kyle Mertsch
Anele Mncube
Kajal Mulchandani
Theanna Pillay
Senamile Sishi
Caitlin Slade
Bryhton Rapotu
Ra-eesa Vorajee
Alastair Hay
Peter Feuilherade

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