Company Director & Shareholder Issues

Company Director & Shareholder Issues

Disputes within companies can threaten the existence of the company and raise sensitive issues in relation to directors and shareholders. If the worst happens and an internal dispute arises in your company, you need the support of a safe pair of hands who can help you settle the disagreement as easily and cost-effectively as possible. You also need someone who really understands your company and the impact that a dispute will have on business.

Our specialist commercial dispute resolution team at Cripps Harries Hall LLP can help. We are experienced in assisting individuals and companies successfully handle the full range of issues that can arise at a boardroom or shareholder level.

In the boardroom we can advise on:

  • Disputes between directors
  • Termination of directorships
  • Claims against directors for breach of fiduciary duty
  • The impact of corporate insolvency
  • Director’s disqualification proceedings

At a shareholder level we can advise on:

Disputes between shareholders (we regularly issue and defend claims under S.994 of the Companies Act 2006)
Conflicts between shareholders and management

If you find yourself facing an internal dispute then we will act swiftly to try and diffuse the situation in the early stages. However, where a dispute does end up in court, we will ensure that we vigorously protect your interests whether it is as a company, director or shareholder.

If you would like advice on a potential or ongoing boardroom or shareholder dispute then contact Ed Weeks on +44 (0)1892 506196 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for an informal discussion.