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Cheshire & North West

Commercial Litigation Solicitors in Cheshire

Based in Chester, PDA Law advises Cheshire businesses, landlords and company directors on commercial disputes across the county and throughout England & Wales.

Cheshire-based commercial litigation — local and nationwide

PDA Law is based in Chester and has been advising Cheshire businesses, landlords and directors for many years. We combine local accessibility with commercially-focused litigation advice designed to resolve disputes efficiently and proportionately.

Cheshire businesses face the same commercial disputes as businesses anywhere in England and Wales — unpaid invoices, contract failures, shareholder disagreements and property disputes. What matters is getting the right advice quickly, from solicitors who understand the commercial realities.

We act for SMEs, owner-managed businesses, landlords and directors — locally across Cheshire and nationwide.

PDA Law — Chester Office

Crown Buildings, 121A Saughall Road, Chester, CH1 5ET

01244 757352

Free initial discussion

Cheshire-based businesses and directors can speak to a commercial litigation solicitor today. We offer a free initial discussion to assess your position and advise on your options.

Honest assessment of your legal position
Realistic options and likely costs
Commercial, not academic advice
Solicitor-led throughout
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Client Stories — Cheshire

Real Outcomes from Alex Bailey's Cases

Every commercial dispute is different. Below are real case outcomes and client stories from Alex Bailey's litigation practice — demonstrating disputes resolved, costs saved and businesses protected across Cheshire.

Case StudyContract Dispute

Knutsford Supply Contract — £85,000 Dispute Resolved

Settlement achieved at 75% of claim value

Acting for a Knutsford manufacturing business in a supply contract dispute with a supplier. The supplier claimed the business had breached payment terms; the business disputed the quality of goods supplied. Alex Bailey negotiated a settlement at 75% of the claim value, avoiding the cost and risk of trial.

Avoided trial costs of £15,000+
JM

Manufacturing Business

Knutsford, Cheshire

Case StudyDebt Recovery

Warrington Debt Recovery — £42,000 Judgment Enforced

Full judgment obtained and enforced

A Warrington business was owed £42,000 by a customer who had ceased trading. Alex Bailey issued court proceedings, obtained judgment and enforced it through a charging order on the defendant's property, recovering the full debt plus interest.

Recovered debt that client thought was lost
KL

Service Business

Warrington, Cheshire

Client TestimonialShareholder Dispute

Alex resolved our shareholder deadlock without litigation

"Our business partnership had broken down and we were heading for costly litigation. Alex Bailey mediated between us, negotiated a fair exit agreement and completed the transaction within 8 weeks. We're both satisfied with the outcome."

RP

Business Partner

Crewe, Cheshire

Verified
Case StudyProfessional Negligence

Macclesfield Professional Negligence — Accountant Claim Settled

Settlement of £28,000 for negligent tax advice

Acting for a Macclesfield business owner who received negligent tax advice from an accountant, resulting in unexpected tax liability. Alex Bailey pursued a professional negligence claim and negotiated a settlement of £28,000 covering the tax liability and costs.

Recovered loss caused by accountant's error
SN

Business Owner

Macclesfield, Cheshire

Client TestimonialDebt Recovery

Excellent service on our Cheshire debt recovery

"We were owed £18,000 by a customer and weren't sure how to recover it. Alex Bailey sent a strong pre-action letter and negotiated a payment plan. We recovered the full debt within 6 months."

EW

Business Owner

Northwich, Cheshire

Verified
Client TestimonialContract Dispute

Clear, practical advice on our contract dispute

"We had a contract dispute with a supplier and were unsure of our legal position. Alex Bailey reviewed the contract, explained our rights clearly and negotiated a resolution that protected our interests."

TC

SME Owner

Ellesmere Port, Cheshire

Verified
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Alex Bailey — Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Alex Bailey leads PDA Law's commercial litigation practice. With extensive experience across Cheshire and the wider North West, Alex advises businesses, landlords and directors on the full range of commercial disputes — from contract disputes and debt recovery to shareholder disagreements and professional negligence claims.

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Why Choose PDA Law for Cheshire Commercial Litigation

Based in Cheshire

Our office is in Chester — the heart of Cheshire. We know the local business community and act for clients across the county.

Full-Service Commercial Litigation

From contract disputes to debt recovery, shareholder disputes and professional negligence — we handle the full range of commercial disputes.

SRA Regulated

PDA Law is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. You can trust us to act in your best interests.

Early Strategic Advice

We assess your position quickly and advise on the best course of action — often resolving disputes before they escalate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you act for Cheshire businesses in commercial disputes?

Yes. We regularly act for Cheshire SMEs and businesses in commercial disputes across Chester, Macclesfield, Crewe, Warrington and surrounding areas.

Can you advise on commercial debt recovery in Cheshire?

Yes. We act for Cheshire businesses recovering unpaid invoices and commercial debts — from pre-action correspondence through to County Court and High Court enforcement.

Do you handle shareholder disputes for Cheshire companies?

Yes. We advise Cheshire company directors and shareholders on deadlock situations, unfair prejudice claims, director misconduct and exit negotiations.

How quickly can you act on a Cheshire commercial dispute?

We can provide early strategic advice quickly. Early intervention often prevents disputes from escalating. Contact us for a free initial discussion.

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Free initial discussion · Based in Chester · Acting nationwide

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