Litigation is the process of taking a dispute to a court of law.  If parties cannot agree between themselves about the fair and proper outcome of a dispute they will present their respective cases to a court for its judgment. It is a broad term that describes a long and sometimes complex process. In this article, we will break down the stages in the litigation process.

What kind of cases can be resolved using litigation?

There are a wide range of cases which can be resolved using litigation. These can include:

• Commercial disputes e.g. claims for breach of contract such as damaged goods or recovery of debts;
• Matrimonial matters e.g. determining the extent of a spousal claim in a divorce action;
• Claims against the state e.g. A judicial review of a planning decision;
• Personal injury claims e.g. monetary claims arising out of an accident where a person suffered harm;
• Employment disputes e.g. a claim for wrongful dismissal.