Litigation lawyers resolve civil disputes through negotiation, mediation and court.
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They assess prospects, costs and risks, and choose the most efficient path to resolution.
Why litigation & dispute resolution matters
Disputes are expensive and stressful. A clear strategy from the start controls cost and risk.
The Australian context
Civil disputes are heard in state local, district and supreme courts depending on value, and in federal courts for federal matters. Courts encourage alternative dispute resolution and have overarching duties to resolve disputes justly and quickly.
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Searson Shannon & Co. Pty Ltd provides conveyancing services in Laurieton, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Wills & Estates and Business & Commercial Law.
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Sykes Pearson Miller provides legal services in Noosaville, QLD. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.
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Thexton Lawyers provides legal services in Mont Albert North, VIC. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Franchising and Debt Recovery.
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Gibson John F. Solicitor provides legal services in Kyogle, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Family Law and Business & Commercial Law.
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Gil-Jones Barker provides legal services in Turner, ACT. Listed practice areas include Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Wills & Estates and Business & Commercial Law.
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Gilchrist Connell provides legal services in Adelaide, SA. Listed practice areas include Litigation & Dispute Resolution and Business & Commercial Law.
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GW Johnston Lawyers provides legal services in Manilla, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law and Wills & Estates.
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Hosie And Partners provides conveyancing services in Ballina, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Partner & Family Visas and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.
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Hunt, McCullough Kollias & Co provides legal services in Mornington, VIC. Listed practice areas include Wills & Estates, Property & Conveyancing and Powers of Attorney & Guardianship.
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Lindfield, NSW · Sydney North Shore & Northern Beaches
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Lander & Lander Lawyers provides legal services in Lindfield, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Family Law and Business & Commercial Law.
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Le Souef Peter provides legal services in Rosebud, VIC. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law and Wills & Estates.
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Levis Stace & Cooper provides legal services in Devonport Cbd, TAS. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Partner & Family Visas and Business & Commercial Law.
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McCabe Partners Lawyers provides legal services in Caringbah, NSW. Listed practice areas include Wills & Estates, Partner & Family Visas and Workers Compensation.
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P.J. Donnellan & Co provides legal services in Gosford, NSW. Listed practice areas include Planning & Environment, Wills & Estates and Property & Conveyancing.
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Plaiche & Martin Lawyers provides legal services in Dandenong, VIC. Listed practice areas include Business & Commercial Law, Litigation & Dispute Resolution and Wills & Estates.
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Sharon Northam provides legal services in Tuncurry, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law and Franchising.
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Victoria Legal Aid provides legal services in Shepparton, VIC. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Domestic Violence & AVOs and Parenting & Child Custody.
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Bowen Lawyers provides legal services in Darwin City, NT. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Wills & Estates and Mediation & Dispute Resolution.
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Dellios West & Co provides legal services in Thomastown, VIC. Listed practice areas include Business & Commercial Law, Wills & Estates and Property & Conveyancing.
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Doyle Wilson Solicitors provides legal services in Goondiwindi, QLD. Listed practice areas include Business & Commercial Law, Property & Conveyancing and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.
Business & Commercial Law+5 moreProperty & Conveyancing · Litigation & Dispute Resolution · Wills & Estates · Agribusiness & Rural Law · Family Law
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DwyerRobinson Pty Ltd Lawyers provides legal services in Corio, VIC. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law and Wills & Estates.
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Understand the next step
A practical guide to litigation & dispute resolution
What to discuss at the first meeting
Set out the agreement or relationship, disputed facts and outcome sought. A first assessment should distinguish legal options from the commercial or practical value of pursuing them.
Agree on stages and review points rather than treating a first demand as a commitment to full litigation.
How the engagement may progress
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Prepare a chronology, agreement or policy, important communications and a calculation of any claimed amount. Distinguish firsthand facts from assumptions.
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Discuss negotiation, a complaint scheme, mediation, a tribunal or court. Ask which options are available for this particular matter.
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Agree on a first step and a point to reassess progress and cost. Before settling, understand what claims would be released and how obligations would be recorded.
Fees and the scope of work
Request stages for advice, correspondence, negotiations and proceedings. Discuss filing, expert and barrister costs and any potential liability for another party’s costs.
Ask for a written scope identifying the work you are authorising, the person responsible and when costs will be reviewed. If you only want advice on one step, say so before the firm begins wider work.
Dates to raise at first contact
Provide every demand, decision and court document with its date. Do not assume informal negotiations suspend a response or filing deadline.
Questions to ask a litigation & dispute resolution adviser
What is a proportionate first step?
What evidence and costs should be assessed before proceedings?
What evidence would change the assessment?
Is a complaint or dispute-resolution scheme available?
What are the practical costs and risks if agreement is not reached?
Directory guidance updated 19 September 2026. General information to help you prepare for a conversation with a professional; not advice about your individual matter. Check current requirements with the relevant authority.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How long does litigation take?
From months for small claims to years for complex matters.
How much does going to court cost?
It depends on the court, the complexity and how far the matter goes. Ask for a written estimate for each stage, and remember that the losing party often pays part of the winner's costs.
Can I sue for defamation?
Possibly, if a publication identified you and caused or is likely to cause serious harm to your reputation. There are defences and strict time limits, usually one year from publication.
