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Shareholder Dispute Lawyers

If you disagree with the actions of other shareholders, speak with our legal team to secure your best interests and enforce your rights as a company shareholder. Our shareholder dispute lawyers can assist in resolving your matter and consider further legal action if necessary.

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Resolution for Shareholder Disputes

When a business partnership breaks down, our shareholder dispute lawyers can act on your behalf with a view to protecting your rights and interests in the company.

Whether you are a minority shareholder, majority shareholder, or 50/50 shareholder, we can assist in resolving conflicts, negotiating fair settlements, and representing you in legal matters to protect your investment.

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What a Shareholder Dispute Entails

Disputes between shareholders may be caused by:

Management decisions not being fair or reasonable;
Share valuations disputes;
Allegations of breach of director duties, fraud and/or serious misconduct;
Disputes regarding financials such as reporting, dividends or profits.

First, we will work to protect your interests, then we can consider negotiations.

Our goal is to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively whilst minimising the financial and reputational burden often associated with court proceedings.

If an agreement cannot be reached, we will guide you through the next best course of action.

Methods of Resolving Shareholder Disputes

Depending on the complexity of your matter, we can assist you with the following actions to resolve your matter:

Considering the dispute resolution measures recorded in any shareholder agreement previously entered into between the parties;
Negotiation by understanding each parties’ concerns and preferred outcomes;
Resigning, selling, or buying out (exiting);
Calling a member’s meeting and potentially considering voluntary administration;
Court proceedings, for example, shareholder oppression, removal of director, transferring of shares.

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Types of Shareholder Disputes We Resolve

Our commercial lawyers handle your case with strategic expertise. Whatever the cause for your professional dispute may be, we work on your behalf to reach a favourable outcome.

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Minority shareholder rejected from company operations

If you are a minority shareholder excluded from key company decisions and operations, we can help protect your rights and investment. We will negotiate on your behalf with the majority shareholders to secure a fair resolution. Your goal may be to restore your involvement in the company and safeguard your financial interests, or it could be negotiating a fair exit settlement.

Shareholders damaging your interests

If other shareholders are negatively impacting your interests, we can help you address the situation. We will work to identify the issues and negotiate with the other shareholders to enforce your rights. Your goal may be securing a fair resolution that minimises the damage to your valuable investment and ensure your interests are not oppressed.

Shareholders involved in fraudulent activity

If other shareholders are involved in fraudulent activity, we can help protect your interests and hold them accountable. We would investigate the situation, gather evidence, and work to address the misconduct through negotiation or legal action. If there is serious threat of the business value being affected, an injunction may be necessary. Your goal may be to preserve the value of your investment and take the necessary steps to resolve the issue.

Shareholders - Breach of duties

When shareholders fail to act in the best interests of the company or engage in conflicts of interest, we can help you address the situation. We would carefully investigate the breach of director duties, gather evidence, and initiate discussions or legal action to hold them accountable. Your goal may be to rectify the breach, protect your investment, and restore proper governance to the company.

Disagreement about company direction

If there is a disagreement about the direction of the company, we can help navigate the situation. We would work to understand the underlying issues, facilitate discussions with other shareholders, and seek a resolution that aligns with your interests. Your goal may be to ensure the company’s future is managed effectively to protect your investment.

Unjust prejudice petitions

If you’re dealing with an unjust prejudice or oppression, we can help protect your rights. We’ll look into the situation, gather the necessary information, and represent you in court if needed. We’ll ensure you’re treated fairly and that any unfair actions are addressed.

Greenhalgh Pickard’s Commercial Litigation Team

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