What civil litigation lawyers can do for you

Civil litigation lawyers are those who act in disputes between two or more parties where monetary compensation, or a compensatory act, is sought in resolution of the dispute. There is no criminal charge or sanction involved in such cases.

Civil litigation lawyers represent their clients in court trials and tribunals, and can also be involved in mediation and arbitration procedures which attempt to resolve disputes between the litigants and the party (or parties) against whom their case is directed.

There are many types of dispute which come under the heading of civil litigation, and civil litigation lawyers therefore tend to specialise in one or two aspects of the law in this field. Common types of dispute are those involving:

Landlord and tenant disputes
Selling of defective goods
Defective construction
Liability for personal accident and injury
Medical negligence
Disputes between employer and employee
Bankruptcy
Debt recovery

In certain cases, litigation may result in criminal legal proceedings, for example if negligence is found to be criminal in intent. Civil litigation lawyers may also specialise in commercial litigation, where companies rather than individuals are involved in a dispute.

If you are looking for a lawyer in connection with a matter of civil litigation, Contact Law can match you with a firm who can advise or represent you. It is advisable to check, if relevant, that your civil litigation lawyers are experienced in all levels of proceedings, from mediation and tribunals to the higher courts where such cases are often heard.

If you would like to obtain advice on civil litigation, Contact Law can put you in touch with a specialist solicitor free of charge. So, if you have any questions or would like our help in finding local solicitors please call us on 0800 1777 162 or complete the web-form above.