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We used Lawhive for our conveyancing needs and our solicitor was very helpful, patient and informative. She helped us with our needs with prompt responses and provided a very efficient service.
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I had the pleasure of working with Lawhive doing a transfer of equity on a property. Our solicitor’s service was amazing, she responded quickly to any questions or concerns and kept me updated throughout the process. I can strongly recommend her for any conveyancing work that you may need. Fantastic service all round.
Jane
Amazing experience
After placing an enquiry, I received a call 20 minutes later, and then 2 hours later, I had a solicitor assigned to me. They were absolutely incredible right from the word go - amazing and very prompt with replies, answering all my questions and keeping the process moving. We finally completed today and I am so unbelievably happy. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Lawhive again in the future if needed.
Lily
First class service
I initially made an online enquiry about a tricky conveyancing matter and received an immediate call back. They understood straight away what was needed and gave me a quote that was very reasonable. It was such a pleasure to find someone who was cheerful, professional and completely reassuring as I’d been getting quite anxious about the sale of my house. The service Lawhive has provided is absolutely first class and I cannot recommend them enough.
Charles
Empathetic, professional and efficient
I am an executor, selling my mother's home. I found the assistance I received from Lawhive first rate - empathetic, professional and efficient.
Mark
Great service from Lawhive
We used Lawhive for our conveyancing needs and our solicitor was very helpful, patient and informative. She helped us with our needs with prompt responses and provided a very efficient service.
Kelvin
Great service when you need clarity and calm
Our solicitor was warm, friendly and provided crystal clear communication. A lot of conveyancers assume customers know everything about the process already, so it was really appreciated to hear each stage included in the price given.
Em
Quick and efficient
We used Lawhive for a transfer of property and conveyancing. Our solicitor was so helpful and thorough with the whole process. He responded quickly and efficiently to any questions or requests that we had and explained some of the more complicated issues regarding the process clearly.
Geri
Fantastic service and experience with Lawhive
I had the pleasure of working with Lawhive doing a transfer of equity on a property. Our solicitor’s service was amazing, she responded quickly to any questions or concerns and kept me updated throughout the process. I can strongly recommend her for any conveyancing work that you may need. Fantastic service all round.
Jane
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01 overview
Joint venture disputes can be hard to resolve because these collaborations often lack formal agreements. While joint ventures offer fantastic opportunities for businesses to work together, sometimes terms are hastily agreed upon without official documentation.
This informality makes settling disputes challenging as there are no clear terms to refer to. If you have found yourself in the middle of a joint venture dispute, our network of corporate lawyers specialise in untangling joint venture disagreements.
They can help you assess your position in the dispute and guide you on the best way forward, whether you want to know your rights or explore resolution strategies.
Contact our Legal Assessment team for a free quote and find out how our network of specialist solicitors can help resolve your joint venture dispute efficiently and effectively.
Joint venture disputes often happen when one party doesn’t stick to the joint venture agreement. Common causes include:
When facing a joint venture dispute, start by trying open communication and negotiation, using the joint venture agreement to support your position if you have one.
If that doesn't work, consider alternative dispute resolution (ADR). n. A neutral third party usually facilitates ADR, helping you to reach an agreement without the expenses and bitterness of litigation.
The main forms of ADR for joint venture disputes are mediation and arbitration. Your joint venture agreement (if you have one) should specify which is the preferred form of ADR for your joint venture
In a joint venture dispute, how your claim is handled depends on your unique situation and the structure of your joint venture.
Under the Partnership Act 1980, partners can be held responsible for violating their joint venture agreements and failing to meet their obligations to each other.
If your joint venture is structured as a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP), a minority shareholder may be able to file an Unfair Prejudice Petition under section 994 of the Companies Act 2006 if they feel they are being mistreated.
If successful, the court may order the majority shareholder to buy out the minority shareholder.
A shareholder can seek court authorisation to file a derivative action, which allows them to bring a claim on behalf of the company if the issue affects the company as a whole, not just the individual shareholder.
In cases where a director has caused harm or personally benefited from the company, other directors may pursue them for breaching their fiduciary duty to the company.
In a joint venture dispute, if the parties can't resolve their issues through litigation or alternative dispute resolution (ADR), they may need to consider other options. One option is for a partner to exit the joint venture, which can be done by selling their interest in the venture.
Alternatively, the joint venture itself can be terminated. This involves disposing of the venture's assets and distributing any remaining funds. The transfer of asset ownership, including intellectual property, must be addressed, along with determining the price and any outstanding obligations.
To facilitate this process, both parties may be granted put-and-call options, allowing them to either force the sale of their interest or buy out the other party's interest at market value.
Our network of solicitors can help you take steps to resolve a joint venture dispute, whether through ADR or litigation.
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