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What to expect in litigation – 6 simple stages for resolving commercial disputes

When you ask, how will this litigation unfold, how often have you heard: ’it depends on the dispute’ – far…

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What are my chances of winning in litigation? Intuitive vs Constructed Prospects Advice

It is often the first question a lawyer is asked: ‘What are my chances of winning?’ The answer to this…

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Guessing the future: How vague language protects lawyers from accountability

When a dispute arises – and the future seems uncertain – legal counsel is turned to for clarity.  The lawyer’s task is to condense any complexity into advice that will…

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Virtual Mediation is demanding more: 3 ways to get more from it

A perennial question for clients is this, ‘How do I resolve my dispute faster?’ The primary mechanism for that, in a litigation…

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3 simple values for unlocking early settlement in litigation

When complex disputes arise in our businesses, sometimes the frustration of how long a resolution could take brings a sense…

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Shareholder oppression – who buys, who sells, and at what price?

At Aptum, we spend a lot of time helping clients effectively resolve shareholder disputes. It’s frustrating to watch how these…

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