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We are a modern law firm, specialising in commercial dispute resolution and litigation. We help businesses to achieve their objectives efficiently.
Our ambition is to be straightforward, flexible and available. Above all, we take a positive & practical approach. We believe that any situation can be improved, even if the solution is not immediately apparent.
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Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:35:57 GMT
Three former heads of the central bank say the probe seeks to undermine the Fed's independence and "has no place" in the US.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:54:25 GMT
Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:27:52 GMT
The watchdog said it had received reports of the platform's Grok AI chatbot creating undressed images of people.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:29:35 GMT
Competition among lenders in the UK suggests that rates could be cut in the coming weeks.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:12:53 GMT
The US president has called for interest rates on credit cards to be capped at 10% for one year.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:02:08 GMT
Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:44:10 GMT
Jerome Powell said he believed the investigation was due to Donald Trump's anger over the Fed's refusal to cut interest rates.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:30:12 GMT
The move to low and no-alcohol has led to falling sales at the brewing giant.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:03:22 GMT
Questions have been raised about whether the pet-care market is giving customers value for money.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:38:32 GMT
Victoria Woodall claims she was retaliated against after reporting a manager who told clients stories about his swinger lifestyle.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 02:21:11 GMT
As the FTSE hits the 10,000 mark, the chancellor is encouraging more of us to become investors - but is it the right time?
Sat, 10 Jan 2026 03:13:16 GMT
Saks Global, which owns Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, is expected to imminently file for bankruptcy protection, leaving questions about the retailer's future.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:20:57 GMT
Thirteen local authorities received a "red rating" on the Department for Transport mapping tool for England.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:21:33 GMT
Sexualised images of real people generated by Grok have circulated on X in recent weeks.
Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:08:52 GMT
Debt charities say that calls have risen compared with last year as people are urged to seek help.
Sat, 10 Jan 2026 11:41:06 GMT
The government is urging Ofcom to use all its powers – up to and including an effective ban – against X.
Sat, 10 Jan 2026 20:28:22 GMT
Oil executives expressed caution, with one executive saying Venezuela had seized their assets twice.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:35:38 GMT
Some farmers in Europe opposed the deal, but the EU Commission said it had listened to their concerns.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:21:03 GMT
Shops, pharmacies and music venues want any climbdown on business rates for pubs to apply to them too.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:39:08 GMT
The US Treasury Secretary said the US no longer held pesos in its exchange stabilisation fund.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:55:43 GMT
Employment growth for the world's largest economy eased significantly last year.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:38:19 GMT
The Greggs boss says there is "no doubt" weight loss jabs have led it to having a healthier menu.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:00:44 GMT
It follows an ongoing backlash against the use of X's AI Grok to digitally remove clothing from images.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:03:50 GMT
Faisal Islam gets rare access to Willow - Google's quantum computer.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:58:29 GMT
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:07:59 GMT
Companies are trying to wean staff off Excel spreadsheets to centralise control of their data.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:40 GMT
Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:37:07 GMT
The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:53:13 GMT
Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:04:25 GMT
The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:04:45 GMT
Finding greener ways to keep giant new data centres cool is a challenge.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 01:05:38 GMT
The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:07:27 GMT
Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles.
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:37 GMT
Companies are advertising vacancies that have already been filled or might not have ever existed.
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:18:10 GMT
The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed - driven partly by essentials.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:06:44 GMT
Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:53:38 GMT
The sessions are an opportunity for people to connect but also for people who do not wish to chat.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:29:35 GMT
Competition among lenders in the UK suggests that rates could be cut in the coming weeks.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 02:21:11 GMT
As the FTSE hits the 10,000 mark, the chancellor is encouraging more of us to become investors - but is it the right time?
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:58:29 GMT
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.
Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:08:52 GMT
Debt charities say that calls have risen compared with last year as people are urged to seek help.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:26:18 GMT
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:14:47 GMT
Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:03 GMT
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:03:37 GMT
Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:58:17 GMT
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:03:39 GMT
Martin Lewis explains how building up overdraft debt compares to credit card debt.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:30:00 GMT
Can Kenya’s plan for digital outsourcing solve its jobs crisis?
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 08:13:01 GMT
BBC's Jim Connolly puts the technology to the test at an independent Post Office
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:30:00 GMT
How did live music evolve into a billion-dollar business for global stars?
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We provide advice and guidance on the resolution of business disputes, including through direct negotiation, mediation and litigation. Examples of our services include early stage advice on contract termination and dispute avoidance; presenting or responding to claims; representation at mediation appointments; litigation management; representation in court proceedings; and drafting position statements.
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Simon has once again provided us with excellent service. Simon is smart, tough, responsive – and all at very competitive rates.
Mark Biddle. General Counsel, Williams Grand Prix Engineering Limited.
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Simon Emmerson at Emmerson Law continues to act for an impressive range of clients at the Mercantile, County and High Courts. Recent work includes defending a $1.5m breach of contract claim.
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Simon Emmerson has done an outstanding job for us with his pragmatic, professional and common sense approach.
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Emmerson Law’s team is headed by founding partner Simon Emmerson, who is praised for his ‘excellent tactical and commercially oriented advice'.
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Simon is extremely good at the face-to-face mediation process and managed our case in a very expedient and professional manner. He is extremely cost effective and pragmatic in his approach.
Ian Bingham. Director, The IP Asset Partnership
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'Impressive and seasoned litigator' Simon Emmerson heads the team at Emmerson Law which acted on a number of negligence, fraud and breach of contract claims.
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Litigation boutique Emmerson Law is led by Simon Emmerson, who really understands the dynamics of litigation. The firm has notable experience handling claims arising from commercial contracts and economic torts.
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Commercial contracts and economic torts are the forte of litigation boutique Emmerson Law, which also 'punches above its weight' in regulatory work. 'Top-notch' managing director Simon Emmerson has 'a real feel for the dynamics of litigation' and routinely acts for defendants and claimants from a broad range of sectors, including energy, hospitality and software development. The firm receives a high number of inbound instructions from the US.
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The ‘very responsive, efficient, proactive and knowledgeable’ practice at Emmerson Law is run by ‘excellent’ sole practitioner Simon Emmerson. Emmerson acts for listed companies, SMEs and owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors including energy, electronics manufacturing, software development and motorsport.
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