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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.

BBC News - Business

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:07:05 GMT
Higher oil prices boost the energy giant's results while environmental groups accuse it of profiteering.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:22:40 GMT
It is the latest development in the ongoing dispute between Apple and the Home Office over data privacy.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:34:45 GMT
Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) has set up a paid service to give Wall Street firms access to Truth Social's most influential accounts.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:34:13 GMT
They'll be able to buy the 16-17 Saver railcard up until the day before they turn 18.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:08:40 GMT
The duties were imposed over claims that 60 US trading partners have failed to tackle forced labour.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:20:15 GMT
The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:46:25 GMT
As temperatures rise, the chillers might not be the only thing supermarkets are adjusting.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:57:27 GMT
Fresh attacks on alternative shipping routes have left tankers facing an increasingly complex situation, analysts say.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:17:48 GMT
The service reportedly costs up to $100,000 (£74,170) per month and offers access to posts from influential accounts milliseconds before they appear online.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:21:10 GMT
Buyers of AI services are struggling to control costs and sellers are not sure how much to charge.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:49:41 GMT
Incidents of fuel being taken without payment have risen by a fifth in five months, according to industry analysis.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:55:36 GMT
More relaxed mortgage regulation opens the door for some first-time buyers, but it comes with risk.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:18:10 GMT
Xbox consoles now cost significantly more in the UK, with one model increasing in price by 43%.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:10:16 GMT
The strong box office performance gives a boost to Disney ahead of the much-anticipated Avengers: Doomsday.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:30:52 GMT
Both countries have said that they will not hesitate to conduct joint interventions in the future.
Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:41:17 GMT
The actual presentation of FIFA's plan to part-privatise the World Cup raises many more questions than it answers.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:57:59 GMT
Snapchat, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Substack are trying to combat the proliferation of fake AI content.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:19:20 GMT
Edward Killiwick was on the flight that issued a distress call, before it landed safely at Heathrow earlier this month.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:10:28 GMT
Clement Delangue said he didn't want cyber attacks on other companies to become "normalised".
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:42:22 GMT
Under the terms of the deal, Argos will still operate in Sainsbury's shops, sell Habitat products, and offer Nectar points.
Sat, 01 Aug 2026 07:48:01 GMT
The Chancellor said the Budget on 28 October would “meet our fiscal rules” and give families "stability" to plan for the future.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:19:23 GMT
The price of unleaded hits 160p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:05:41 GMT
Could you live communally in a disused building in exchange for a heavily discounted rent? Property guardians show us around.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:36:21 GMT
The decision follows a review of BP's operations and is set to end 60 years of production in the region by the oil giant.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:04:09 GMT
Indian strawberry farmers rely on varieties imported from the US and Europe, but that could change.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:08:29 GMT
Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:55:58 GMT
Dairy farmers are using cow showers and fans to protect cattle as hotter summers hit milk production.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:00:06 GMT
Labels and adhesives can prevent paper from being recycled but there's new tech aimed at changing that.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:00:41 GMT
The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:18:03 GMT
Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:04:58 GMT
Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:29:06 GMT
It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:11:35 GMT
The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:48:55 GMT
Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:02:09 GMT
Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:46:25 GMT
As temperatures rise, the chillers might not be the only thing supermarkets are adjusting.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:14:34 GMT
A drop in customers caused by the recent heatwave has increased financial pressures for the owner.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:55:36 GMT
More relaxed mortgage regulation opens the door for some first-time buyers, but it comes with risk.
Sun, 02 Aug 2026 04:53:43 GMT
Parents take home school uniform for free at a pop-up that organisers hope can become a regular event.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:19:23 GMT
The price of unleaded hits 160p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:05:19 GMT
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:10:11 GMT
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:00:04 GMT
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
Thu, 28 May 2026 06:44:47 GMT
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMT
How amid the tents and the rubble Gaza is developing once again as an unlikely tech hub
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:15:48 GMT
The former department store closed in 2016.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:54:07 GMT
Meredith's DIY Hardware and Ironmongery has been at Yate Shopping Centre, near Bristol, since 1965.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:24 GMT
BBC business reporter Dearbail Jordan explains how it works from inside the Bank of England.

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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 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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  • 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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