Our dispute resolution team is led by Tom Kings. The team covers the whole range of disputes most businesses will face, from debt recovery and property disputes, through to involved commercial and corporate issues.
We will always consider the prospect of achieving a successful resolution through an alternative to the courts. This may include arbitration, adjudication, mediation and expert determination which can often be an expedient and cost-effective alternative.
Our record of working for businesses throughout the region, in this specialised area of business law, is evidence of the success we have achieved for our clients.
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Meet The Team
Partners
Ian qualified as a solicitor in 1993 and works in the Dispute Resolution team handling cases on a national and international basis.
Ian joins Tollers from Pricewaterhouse Coopers Legal and has a broad range of dispute resolution experience dealing with litigation, arbitration, mediation relating to all types of commercial disputes notably contractual claims, fraud, professional negligence, contentious insolvency, partnership and shareholder disputes.
In his spare time Ian enjoys walking, tennis and spending time with his family.
Office: Milton Keynes, Northampton
Testimonials
"I truly believe we could have been a lot worse off without your consistent, sincere and pragmatic approach. We have benefited considerably from your advice."
John Evans of New Meaning Limited
"We found Tollers at both Northampton and Corby to be excellent, quick response times and good customer services were invaluable. We would have no hesitation in recommending Tollers or appointing your services in the future."
Sam Beerling and Marie Vertigan, Directors Freedom Medical
"Thank you for your never ending professionalism and support over the past 10 months. We appreciated your help in discussing legal matters at a level where we could understand and make informed decisions."
John Evans of New Meaning Limited
Tom Kings is a partner and head of dispute resolution. Tom qualified as a solicitor in 1984 and has considerable experience in all types of business and private litigation, acting for a number of substantial commercial clients and private clients alike.
Tom is a member of the Northamptonshire Law Society Council and Chairs the Contentious sub-committee. For the past 10 years he has specialised in Trust and Probate claims having completed the Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists course (ACTAPS). He has handled a wide variety of disputed estate and inheritance claims. He has also presented at a number of seminars on the subject.
Tom heads a team of seven who are able to offer a full range of experience and expertise, including mediation.
When he's not at work, Tom can be found either ferrying his four daughters around or escaping to the golf course.
Office: Northampton
Testimonials
"Thank you for all your help, we really cannot thank you enough for your professionalism and making a very upsetting and stressful case run so smoothly."
Sam and Ann
"The service we received was timely, efficient and very friendly. The advice we received was also incredibly honest. Tollers are not just a company who have an interest in being paid. Many thanks."
A Jones
"Tollers handled a sensitive and potentially difficult dispute for a client in an efficient and professional manner with good feeback during the process."
Fred Murphy FCA - Moore Stephens
Staff
David Richards is a Senior Associate in the Dispute Resolution Team at Tollers. He qualified with Tollers in 2002 having previously trained with the firm.
David has experience in both commercial and private litigation. Recent cases include successfully taking a case to the High Court in respect of the enforcement of a Guarantee which was worth over £400,000 to the clients.
David undertakes work in both the County Court as well as the High Court on areas including Contract, Partnership and Intellectual Property disputes. David specialises in particular on Property matters ranging from residential disputes to Commercial Property disputes between Landlords and Tenants. David has been involved in dilapidation claims and rent arrears.
David realises the importance of acting quickly in respect of disputes and the fact that quite literally often time is money for the clients.
Office: Northampton
Testimonial
"Professional help and expertise at its best."
Mr A T Arnold
Tiffany qualified as a solicitor in summer 2010 and now works within the firm's dispute resolution department. Tiffany specialises in contentious probate matters.
Outside of work Tiffany enjoys going to the gym, cinema, playing the piano, reading, and horse riding.
Office: Northampton
Testimonials
"The service and advice I received from your company was second to none. It was clear and supportive, and very helpful. If it had not been for your timely advice, I would not have known how to proceed with the my inheritance dispute."
Susan B of Wakefield
"My business with Tollers was of a very minor nature and yet I found them to very quick and efficient. All of the work was conducted via email and I was always confident that though I lived in Canada, Tollers was working for my best interest in the UK. My particular contact solicitor was Tiffany Wiggett, who was most helpful in gathering the information I required and bundling it into an informative and easy to read letters.Thank You."
Mr. P Brett
"I found the advice I was given was very helpful and precise. The solicitor I spoke to was very friendly and I felt comfortable while listening to the advice I was given. I recommend them highly."
S. Hopkins
"I found Tollers through the internet. The solicitor who assisted me, Tiffany Wiggett, went out of her way to help me, she was very friendly and professional. They were fast and efficient and went the extra mile in trying to help me with my legal matter. I would definetly recommend them and seek their advise again if needed."
Elisha Moore
"I have to say that the speed and the professional advice obtained through Tollers has been held in the highest regard. It was very comforting to be helped by Tiffany Wiggett professionally. Tollers Solicitors have acted so well, I am sure this would be of future interest to new clients requiring a solicitor's immediate help on a matter."
B.A.R Huddersfield in W. Yorkshire
"Tiffany Wiggett, the young lady I spoke to on the phone regarding my Inheritance Act enquiry was very kind and understanding. She made me feel at ease and was very helpful."
Mrs. Jones, North Wales
"I was extremely pleased with the service that was provided to me. The transition from yourdispute.co.uk to Tollers was fantastic and extremely hassle-free. The speed at which this specialist firm worked at was beyond sufficient, and I would recommend them to anyone."
M. Edwards
"Tiffany, thank you so much for all your hard work. Without you and Tom, I would never have sold my father's house."
Client
"After spending some time trying to resolve an issue with a will declared "not valid" I was put through to Tollers via the YourDispute.co.uk service. I was subsequently contact within the the stated timescale and the details of my disput were clearly received. Documents arrived on time and subsequently one letter resolved my dispute. An excellent result professsionally acheived."
Mr Maycock
"The advice I was given was very helpful and put my mind at ease. I would recommend Tollers to family & friends."
J Ross
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A very helpful conversation, which explained all my legal options. This was followed up with a letter detailing the points made and the best course of actions available to me.
In conclusion, good advise given promptly and with compassion.
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RJ Pooley
"After contacting Tollers, I found the staff polite, pleasant and helpful in their advice and in directing me to the appropriate advisor to resolve my dispute. Thank you for your help."
Client
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When my mother died and I needed advice regarding challenging her Will, I was advised to try Tollers Solicitors.
The advice I have received together with the speed with which my emails were answered was absolutely staggering, it was as if they had no other cases to deal with.
The result may not have been to my mind, what I wanted to hear, but I would recommend Tollers for any legal problem.
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T. Umney
Tristan qualified as a solicitor in 2008 having joined Tollers in 2004. Tristan focuses on debt enforcement, contractual disputes (both commercial and private) and liquidation/bankruptcy.
Tristan takes a keen interest in intellectual property law, handling domain name disputes, passing off actions, copyright and other intellectual property disputes.
Tristan’s interests included golf, gym and cycling (longest distanct to date being Lands End to John O’Groats.)
Office: Northampton
Trainees
Christina now trains with the Dispute Resolution department. Prior to this she trained with the Corporate team as well as the Family Law unit and has also worked in the Injury Claims department as a Legal Manager.
In her spare time Christina enjoys reading, cycling and playing the violin and guitar.
Office: Northampton
Testimonials
"Your company is very professional. I was extremely satisfied. Well done"
Gertrude Madovi
"Excellent service from Christina. Fantastic"
Mr S Kachere