Christopher Clayton

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ABOUT CHRISTOPHER CLAYTON

Disputes are an inevitable part of business — but how they’re managed makes all the difference.I’m a solicitor-advocate and accredited mediator with a specialist focus on commercial and property disputes, helping businesses and individuals resolve conflicts efficiently, strategically, and with clarity.Having spent years litigating complex cases in the civil courts, I’ve seen disputes from every angle — understanding not just the legal and procedural dynamics, but the commercial realities and cost pressures that drive decision-making. That insight allows me to guide clients and parties toward early, sensible resolution — whether through negotiation, structured mediation, or, when necessary, robust advocacy in court.As Head of Dispute Resolution at Longdens, I act in:• Director and shareholder disputes• Partnership disputes• Joint venture disputes• Contractual and misrepresentation claims• Property and construction disputes• Professional negligence and insurance matters• Commercial fraud As a mediator, I bring the same commercial focus and calm, pragmatic style that clients value in my litigation work — helping parties move beyond entrenched positions and towards outcomes that protect value, reputation, and relationships.Whether acting as advocate or neutral, my goal is simple: to resolve disputes in the most effective way possible — with clarity, control, and commercial focus. 07•••••••12 | c•••••••@longdens.co.uk