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Civil Litigation

Civil Litigation

Resolving disputes with clear advice and strong representation, for individuals and businesses across Scotland.

What We Do

Practical Advice & Strategic Representation

Legal disputes can be stressful, time consuming and financially damaging. At MM Legal, our civil litigation solicitors provide practical advice and strategic representation to help individuals and businesses resolve disputes efficiently.

Where possible, we aim to resolve matters through negotiation and settlement. When court action becomes necessary, our team will represent your interests with professionalism and determination.

Our fees are charged on a time and line basis at £275 per hour, with a £500 initial payment deducted from your final fee.

Debt Recovery

Contract Disputes

Landlord & Tenant Disputes

Breach of Contract

Rent Arrears & Possession

Negotiation & Settlement

Our Services

Civil Litigation Services

We assist clients across Scotland with a range of civil disputes. Below is an overview of the main areas we cover.

Service 01

Debt Recovery

If someone owes you money, we can assist with recovering unpaid debts quickly and effectively, minimising disruption to your business or personal affairs.

Recovering unpaid invoices and business debts
Formal letters before action
Negotiating repayment arrangements
Raising court proceedings where required
Service 02

Contract Disputes

When an agreement is breached, it can lead to significant financial loss. We provide clear advice and representation to protect your legal and financial interests.

Breach of contract claims
Failure to deliver services or goods
Disputes over payment or obligations
Enforcement of contractual terms
Service 03

Landlord & Tenant Disputes

We advise both landlords and tenants in resolving disputes relating to residential and commercial property, achieving practical solutions while protecting your rights.

Rent arrears
Breach of tenancy agreements
Lease disputes
Possession proceedings
Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
Our Fees

Transparent, Time-Based Billing

Civil litigation fees are charged on a time and line basis, reflecting the work involved in your specific matter. We provide a clear estimate at the outset.

Civil Litigation Time & line basis + VAT + outlays
Service Fee Basis
Debt Recovery Time & line
Contract Disputes Time & line
Landlord & Tenant Disputes Time & line
Breach of Contract Time & line
Court Representation Time & line
Negotiation & Settlement Time & line
No Win No Fee (selected cases) Discuss with us

Our Hourly Rate

£275 per hour + VAT

Charged at £27.50 per unit (6 minutes) in accordance with our Terms of Business. A £500 initial payment is required upfront and deducted from your final fee.

Initial payment (deducted from final fee)

£500 + VAT

No win, no fee cases

Available selected cases

Outlays (court fees, reports etc.)

Additional
Additional Considerations

What Can Affect Your Costs

Litigation costs depend on the complexity and duration of your matter. We will always keep you informed of costs as your case progresses.

Outlays

Court Fees & Sheriff Court Dues

Fees payable to the court when raising or defending proceedings. These vary depending on the type and value of the claim and are in addition to our legal fee.

Outlays

Expert Reports & Witnesses

In certain disputes, expert reports or specialist witnesses may be required. The cost of instructing experts is additional to our legal fee and will be discussed with you in advance.

Additional fee

Prolonged Negotiations

Where a dispute requires extended negotiation or multiple rounds of correspondence before resolution, additional time will be charged in accordance with our hourly rate.

Additional fee

Appeal Proceedings

If a matter proceeds to appeal, further fees and outlays will apply. We will advise you on the merits and estimated costs before any appeal is lodged.

Why MM Legal

Why Choose Us for
Your Dispute

We combine straightforward advice with determined representation. Whether you need to recover a debt, enforce a contract or resolve a tenancy dispute, we are here to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

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Negotiation First

We always explore negotiated resolution before resorting to court action — saving you time, cost and stress wherever possible.

Strong Court Representation

When litigation is necessary, our solicitors provide determined, professional representation to protect your interests at every stage of proceedings.

Transparent Costs

You will receive a clear fee estimate at the outset and be kept updated on costs throughout. No surprises — just honest, clear billing.

No Win No Fee Available

In selected cases, we can act on a no win no fee basis. Speak to our team to discuss whether your matter qualifies.

Important Notes

Please Be Aware

Fee Estimates

All fees are estimates based on information available at the outset. Where a matter becomes more complex than anticipated, any additional costs will be discussed and agreed with you before further work is carried out.

Initial Payment

A £500 initial payment plus VAT is required at the commencement of litigation matters. This amount is deducted from your final fee. Further outlays, such as court fees, are payable separately.

No Win No Fee

No win no fee arrangements are available in selected cases only. Eligibility will be assessed by our specialist solicitor at your initial consultation. Not all matters are suitable for this arrangement.

Timescales

The length of litigation depends on the complexity of the dispute and the conduct of the other party. We will keep you informed of progress and provide realistic timescale estimates at each stage of your matter.

Get In Touch

Speak to a Civil Litigation Solicitor

If you are involved in a legal dispute and require advice or representation, get in touch today. The quickest way to reach us is by phone or WhatsApp.

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📍 Newton Mearns, Glasgow — Serving all of Scotland