EXCELLENT · 4.8 stars · 374 reviews
Acting for businesses throughout England and Wales — London, Midlands, South West and beyond. National reach at competitive rates, without the London premium.
Businesses throughout England and Wales face commercial disputes: unpaid invoices, contract failures, shareholder disagreements and property disputes. What matters is getting the right advice quickly, from solicitors who understand the commercial realities.
PDA Law acts for businesses and directors nationwide, providing commercially-focused dispute resolution advice. We are based in Chester but act for clients across England and Wales. Many commercial litigation matters can be handled remotely, with court hearings attended in person where required.
Our approach is practical and outcome-focused. We tell you honestly whether pursuing a claim makes commercial sense, and we will not push you into uneconomic litigation.
Businesses and directors across England and Wales can speak to a commercial litigation solicitor today. We offer a free initial discussion to assess your position and advise on your options.
Breach of contract, disputed terms and failed commercial agreements affecting businesses across England and Wales.
Deadlock situations, unfair prejudice and exit negotiations for company directors nationwide.
Unpaid invoices, statutory demands and court enforcement for businesses across England and Wales.
Dilapidations, rent arrears and lease breaches for landlords and tenants nationwide.
Claims against solicitors, accountants and advisers for negligent advice causing loss.
Mediation and without-prejudice negotiations — resolving disputes without trial.
Client Stories — Nationwide
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 Nationwide.
Settlement achieved at 85% of claim value
Acting for a London technology company in a software development contract dispute with a vendor. The vendor claimed non-payment; the company disputed the quality of work. Alex Bailey negotiated a settlement at 85% of the claim value, avoiding the cost and risk of trial.
Technology Company
London
Full judgment obtained and enforced
A Midlands manufacturing business was owed £75,000 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.
Manufacturing Business
Birmingham, Midlands
"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 6 weeks. Excellent service and competitive fees."
Business Partner
South West England
Settlement of £50,000 for negligent conveyancing
Acting for a property investor who received negligent conveyancing advice from a solicitor, resulting in unexpected tax liability. Alex Bailey pursued a professional negligence claim and negotiated a settlement of £50,000 covering the tax liability and costs.
Property Investor
East Anglia
"We were owed £35,000 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 4 months. Highly recommended."
Service Business
Yorkshire
"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. Better value than London firms."
SME Owner
South East England
Alex Bailey — Commercial Litigation Solicitor
Alex Bailey leads PDA Law's commercial litigation practice. With extensive experience across Nationwide 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.
We act for commercial litigation clients throughout England and Wales. Many matters can be handled remotely, with court hearings attended in person where required.
From contract disputes to debt recovery, shareholder disputes and professional negligence — we handle the full range of commercial disputes.
PDA Law is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. You can trust us to act in your best interests.
National reach at competitive rates, without the London premium. Fixed-fee stages and capped fees where appropriate.
Yes. We act for clients throughout England and Wales — London, Midlands, South West and nationwide. Many commercial litigation matters can be handled remotely, with court hearings attended in person where required.
Yes. We act for businesses recovering unpaid invoices and commercial debts across England and Wales — from pre-action correspondence through to County Court and High Court enforcement.
Yes. We advise company directors and shareholders throughout England and Wales on deadlock situations, unfair prejudice claims, director misconduct and exit negotiations.
We offer fixed-fee stages, capped fees and conditional arrangements where appropriate. We will always discuss proportionality and cost vs outcome at the outset. Contact us for a free initial discussion.
Free initial discussion · National reach · Competitive rates