Litigation & Disputes

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Commercial, property and estate disputes pursued or defended with a measured approach — early advice on prospects, sensible attempts at resolution, and proper preparation when proceedings cannot be avoided.

County Court of Victoria building in Melbourne, illustrating litigation and dispute resolution services

An overview

The starting point in any dispute is a sober assessment of position, prospects and likely cost. Most disputes are best resolved before proceedings — through correspondence, negotiation or mediation — and we approach them on that footing while preparing properly for hearing if required.

Services covered

  • Commercial disputes — contracts, debt recovery and shareholder disputes.
  • Property disputes — easements, boundaries, off-the-plan issues and lease disputes.
  • Estate disputes including Part IV claims (handled with our wills and estates team).
  • Mediation and negotiated settlements.

Enquiries

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Ringwood appointments by arrangement. Initial enquiries are dealt with promptly.

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Local Practice

Holt & Macdonald has long provided quality legal services throughout Ringwood and Melbourne's eastern suburbs — including Mitcham, Heathmont, Croydon, Blackburn, Vermont and Wantirna — continuing through Parke Lawyers.

Accreditation & Standards

Holt & Macdonald Lawyers forms part of Parke Lawyers, an accredited specialist and ISO-certified legal practice.

Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist — Holt & Macdonald Lawyers Ringwood
ISO 9001 quality management certification — Ringwood legal practice
ISO 14001 environmental management certification — Ringwood legal practice
ISO 45001 occupational health and safety certification — Ringwood legal practice