DTM Legal LLP, headed by Chester-based Jim Morris, provides expertise in disputes involving contracts, finance, intellectual property, construction and restrictive covenants. The team is also noted for its experience in alternative dispute resolution methods such as negotiation, mediation, adjudication and arbitration. Richard Thomas covers a range of areas from stakeholder disputes to restrictive covenant matters. Guy Thomas  has expertise in the construction sector while Jonathan Partridge has worked for insurer clients on property risk and coverage disputes.

FS Legal is known for its ability to deal with high-value, complex litigation for international corporates, local businesses and high net-worth individuals. Kit Sorrell covers the full spectrum of commercial litigation issues such as shareholder disputes, warranty claims, contractual disputes and expert determinations. He co-heads the team with Julia Norris who is well-versed in professional negligence disputes. Christine Newton  is experienced in the manufacturing and construction sectors while Nicola Stanley  has a specialism in property litigation matters.

Gorvins Solicitors is recognised for its expertise in insolvency litigation in addition to disputes arising out of commercial matters, warranty claims, breach of contract and partnership issues. Mark Deverell co-heads the team out of Stockport and acts on behalf of businesses, principal shareholders and directors. Other co-head Guy Lightowler works on cross-border disputes for SMEs, PLCs and multinationals. Danielle Clements is well-versed in property litigation in addition to contentious probate matters.

Myerson Solicitors LLP specialises in commercial litigation and shareholder disputes with particular focus on agency and professional negligence matters. The practice is headed by Adam Maher out of Altrincham who regularly handles injunctive relief applications, unfair prejudice petitions and derivative actions. Tim Norman is well-versed in shareholder disputes and professional negligence matters while Sven Clarke acts for commercial lenders, financial institutions and creditors. Suzanne Carr  specialises in contract enforcement and termination, claims for damages and breach of contract issues with support from Vicky Biggs.

David Bailey is at the helm at Napthens LLP which specialises in areas such as commercial contract, construction, professional negligence and contested probate litigation. He provides expert advice on commercial landlord and tenant disputes including rent arrears, forfeiture and eviction and is primarily based in Preston. John Whittingslow specialises in partnership and professional negligence claims while Andrew Holden represents creditors and debtors in contentious insolvency matters, with a focus on rural matters. Charlotte Barron works on several areas such as corporate transactions and commercial property litigation. The firm also has North West bases in Liverpool and Blackburn, amongst others.

Aaron & Partners LLP handles complex and high value shareholder disputes, partnership disputes and matters arising out of corporate transactions. The team, which operates from bases in Altrincham, Chester and Birkenhead, is also well-versed in claims involving directors and their duties, restrictive covenants, property litigation and professional negligence. The firm has an excellent reputation in the transport and warehousing sectors. Nick Clarke  heads the practice with expertise in handling professional negligence claims with support from David Harries. David Potts  works on contentious issues relating to insolvency and regulatory matters. John Devoy  acts on property litigation matters while Layla Barke-Jones  and Claire Hughes  are also recommended.

Brabners LLP specialises in the mid-market and acts for entrepreneurs, private companies, SMEs, OMBs and family businesses. The practice has expertise in directors and shareholder disputes, breach of warranty claims, injunctive relief, defamation and debt recovery. The key name is Tom Smith who works on commercial and insolvency-based litigation from the firm's Central Lancashire office, which operates in tandem with the firm's Liverpool and Manchester bases. Contentious probate disputes are handled by legal director Stephanie Kerr who regularly acts for executors of estates.

The commercial litigation team at Forbes Solicitors works with a broad range of corporate and public sector clients. This client base includes partnerships, directors, government bodies, football clubs and national housing associations. Stephen McArdle is well-versed in director and partnership disputes in addition to professional negligence and injunctive proceedings. He heads the team, working alongside Sheroze Nadeem, who is experienced in acting for SMEs, and Georgina Kenny , who handles property litigation issues.

Harrison Drury & Co , which operates from five NW offices including Preston and Lancaster, offers the full spectrum of services in commercial disputes matters from contractual disputes to shareholder disputes and director misfeasance. The practice is regularly called upon to advise in sports disputes and disciplinary matters. Practice head Sean Gibbs acts in relation to enforcement of intellectual property and reputational rights. Nick Booth works on breach of duty claims and contractual disputes. Helen Griffin is experienced in working with SMEs while Matthew Astley works on employment-related contentious cases.

From its base in Chester, Jolliffe & Co LLP acts for a wide variety of clients including corporate SMEs and high-net worth individuals on issues such as contractual claims, partnership disputes, breach of warranty claims and property litigation. Richard Moose leads the team and has a wealth of experience in commercial matters such as financial mis-selling, contentious probate and property litigation. Lindsey Jenkins works on issues relating to the Inheritance Act while Rachel Shone has expertise in property matters.

SAS Daniels LLP is a Chester-based practice which acts for a wide variety of clients, including corporate SMEs, high-net worth individuals and international clients. The practice covers a range of disputes including contractual claims, partnership issues, professional negligence, intellectual property and contentious probate. Practice head Stewart Burrows is experienced in matters involving shareholder disputes, contentious probate and property litigation. Ray Woodward covers professional negligence claims and banking disputes.

Butcher & Barlow LLP undertakes a spread of commercial litigation work ranging from shareholder disputes to professional negligence and construction matters. Alex Sandland heads up the team from Gadbrook Park with specialism in property and land disputes. Mark Turner has a particular focus in company disputes including director and shareholder matters in addition to partnership disputes.

The lawyers at Excello Law deal with a range of commercial disputes covering a breadth of areas with a focus on company, shareholder, partnership, insolvency and contractual matters. Emyr Kerfoot acts for local companies, solicitors, accountants and private individuals on partnership and insolvency issues. He co-heads the team with Alexandra Collett who represents manufacturers, e-commerce retailers and hospitality venues. Both are primarily based in the Chester area.

Knights plc offers services to commercial clients in a range of matters from contractual disputes between businesses to partnership and shareholder matters. Other areas include professional negligence, insurance, construction and engineering. Lancaster-based Caroline Rayner leads the team and regularly represents employers in tribunal and court proceedings. Christopher Clayton works on commercial fraud, insurance-related and misrepresentation issues.

Manleys Solicitors is known for its work on shareholder disputes, high-value contractual and professional negligence matters. The practice also focuses on sports-related actions in addition to defamation cases. Mark Manley leads the practice from Chester; he handles disputes relating to reputation management, brand protection, defamation and privacy. Jessica Turner acts for a variety of clients including celebrities, political parties, social media influencers and medical professionals.

Primas handles a broad range of complex and high-value cases ranging from disputes between shareholders, removal of directors and disqualification proceedings to commercial fraud and professional negligence claims. The firm operates from three North West offices in Cheshire, Liverpool and Manchester, as well as base in London. The disputes practice has particular expertise in relation to applications for injunctive relief. Daniel Thomas heads the team and undertakes litigation work across several sectors including manufacturing and construction.

Backhouse Jones has particular strength in the transport sector, acting for road haulage operators, logistics businesses, bus operators and trade associations. James Lomax is experienced in advising on employment-related cases and co-heads the Clitheroe-based team with Steven Meyerhoff. Jonathon Backhouse is well-versed in cases arising out of road transport including VAT and duties tribunal appeals.

The dispute resolution department at Slater Heelis is well-versed in corporate litigation with shareholder, director and warranty matters. The practice also specialises in property litigation, contentious wills and probate. Practice head Elizabeth Wilkinson advises on claims arising out of the sale and purchase of businesses while Mike Carter focuses on professional negligence and contract claims. John Gorner specialises in contentious probate and trusts.

The dispute resolution team at Woodcocks Haworth & Nuttall (WHN) covers a range of areas including professional negligence, insolvency, debt, shareholder and partnership disputes. Michael Shroot heads the team from Bury and covers all aspects of commercial litigation from property to contract matters. He is supported by Sara Beaumont who is well-versed in debt recovery cases.