Litigation & Dispute Resolution

At Trainor & Associates, we help clients resolve commercial disputes with clear, practical advice and strong representation.

Litigation can feel overwhelming — especially when it involves your business, your livelihood, or your reputation. Our approach is personal and direct: you deal with a lawyer who knows your matter, communicates clearly, and stays focused on the outcome.

Below are some of the common dispute types we assist with.

Commercial Disputes

Commercial disputes arise when business relationships break down, often due to disagreements about contract terms, performance, payment, or obligations. They can also involve issues such as misleading conduct, partnership/shareholder disputes, restraint of trade issues, or intellectual property concerns.

Even when the dispute is “commercial”, the impact can be very personal, affecting your cash flow, operations, stress levels, and future plans.

Whether you need to defend a claim or take steps to enforce your rights, we work with you to develop a strategy that suits your goals, including negotiation, mediation, and (where necessary) court proceedings.

Debt Recovery

Unpaid invoices can quickly become more than an inconvenience; they can disrupt your cash flow and place real pressure on your business.

We assist with debt recovery at every stage, from initial letters of demand through to court proceedings and enforcement options. Where the debtor is evasive, well-resourced, or simply refusing to engage, having legal pressure applied early can make a significant difference.

We can also advise on the most effective next steps once judgment is obtained, including enforcement pathways tailored to the debtor’s circumstances.

Lease Disputes

Disputes involving commercial and retail leases can escalate quickly and often involve higher stakes, long-term commitments, rent arrears, outgoings, make-good obligations, and business continuity issues.

We act for landlords and tenants in lease disputes, including issues such as default notices, termination, rent reviews, incentives, repairs and maintenance, assignment disputes, and breaches of the Retail Leases Act (where applicable).

If you’re dealing with an unreasonable landlord or tenant, and you need advice before taking formal steps, we can guide you through the options and help you protect your position.