Disputes and conflict resolution
Legal assistance with disputes and dispute resolution
Are you involved in a dispute with an individual, a business or another organization? Our lawyers help you assess your legal position, negotiate a solution and pursue or defend a claim.
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What is a legal dispute?
A legal dispute arises when two or more parties disagree about their rights or obligations. It may concern a contract, an unpaid debt, work or services performed, property damage or a claim for compensation.
The first step is usually to assess:
- what the parties agreed
- which claims and objections have been raised
- what evidence is available
- whether any deadlines or limitation periods apply
- the potential costs and risks of each course of action.
An early legal assessment can help define the issues and identify the most suitable way forward.
Can a dispute be resolved without going to court?
Many disputes can be resolved through direct negotiation or mediation. This gives the parties greater control over the outcome and may avoid the time, cost and uncertainty of court proceedings.
If the parties reach an agreement, the terms should be recorded in a clear settlement agreement. It should state what each party must do, when those obligations must be performed and which claims are finally resolved.
Settlement is not appropriate in every case. Before accepting an offer, you should understand which rights and claims you are giving up and what options remain if the dispute continues.
When does a dispute go to court?
If the parties cannot agree, the dispute may need to be decided by a Swedish district court. The claimant begins the proceedings by filing a claim, and the other party is then given an opportunity to respond.
The court reviews the parties’ requested outcomes, legal grounds and evidence. The case may end in a settlement during the proceedings or in a judgment following a main hearing.
Court proceedings involve financial risk. In an ordinary civil dispute, the unsuccessful party may have to pay both its own costs and the other party’s reasonable litigation costs. Recovery of costs is more limited in simplified civil disputes involving lower value claims.
You should also check whether your insurance includes legal expenses cover before starting or continuing a dispute.
How we can help you
We tailor our assistance to the scope of the dispute, the available evidence and the outcome you want to achieve.
Assessment of your legal position
We review contracts, correspondence and other evidence and assess the strengths, weaknesses and available options.
Formal demands and responses
We help prepare a formal demand or respond to a claim made against you.
Negotiation and settlement
We represent you in negotiations and help prepare or review a proposed settlement.
Court proceedings
We assist with claims, statements of defence, evidence and representation before the court.
Get practical legal support in a dispute
Schedule a 15-minute meeting with a lawyer to review and discuss your situation.
If you need further assistance, we’ll explain your options, how we can assist you, and what it would cost. If you hire us for your case, the cost of the first 15 minutes will be deducted from your final bill.
Talk to a lawyer
15-minute legal consultation
A brief meeting for quick guidance. Get answers to your questions, understand your rights and options, and learn how to move forward.
Need more help? You can also schedule a longer meeting with a lawyer for assistance with a specific task or a more complex situation.
Concerned about the cost? In some cases, part of the cost may be covered by legal expenses insurance or legal aid. We also offer payment plans through Klarna. Learn more about costs and financing →
Get help from our lawyers
Speak to one of our lawyers when you need to assess a claim, respond to another party or choose between negotiation and court proceedings.
Farid Laghrissi
Lawyer
Farid assists individuals and businesses with employment law, tenancy law, financial family law, contracts, disputes, and other business and corporate law matters. Farid speaks Swedish, English, Arabic, Darija, and French.
Nadja Hatem
Lawyer
Nadja works within family law – mainly custody disputes and international child abduction cases. She has also worked in criminal law. She speaks Swedish, English, and Arabic.
Ari Arash GN Shali
Consulting lawyer
Ari primarily works with business and civil law matters, contract law, real estate law, construction law, tenancy law, and employment law. Ari speaks Swedish, English, and Persian.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about disputes and dispute resolutions
It is sensible to seek assistance early if the dispute involves a significant amount, complex contract terms, uncertain evidence or a short deadline. A lawyer can also help you assess whether the likely cost and risk are proportionate to the claim.
Yes. Many disputes are resolved through negotiation, mediation or settlement. The appropriate method depends on the subject of the dispute, the relationship between the parties and their willingness to reach an agreement.
In ordinary Swedish civil cases, the general rule is that the unsuccessful party pays the other party’s reasonable litigation costs. Different and more limited rules apply to simplified civil disputes involving lower value claims.
Read the documents immediately and check the deadline for responding. If you do not respond in time, the court may issue a default judgment. Gather the relevant contract, correspondence and other evidence as soon as possible.
Let a lawyer contact you
Tell us briefly about your situation, and we’ll get back to you within one business day to schedule a video consultation.