Civil Litigation

Livingstone Brown, as a firm, guides clients through a broad range of types of litigatory matters, and our solicitors appear daily in courts throughout Scotland.

Our firm is known for handling cases on a wide range of civil matters including: personal injury claims, medical negligence claims, contract disputes, commercial disputes, professional negligence claims, employment disputes, family actions, child custody and protection cases and adoptions, mental health law, guardianships/intervention orders, education appeals, other statutory appeals and appeals to the Court of Session. We routinely represent clients in tribunals and sheriff courts across Scotland, as well as in the Court of Session and the UK Supreme Court. Detailed information about the specific areas covered by our dedicated Practice Area Units can be found here: Our Legal Services | Livingstone Brown, Solicitors Glasgow.

Our solicitors have the skills and expertise to resolve civil disputes quickly and cost effectively, and are motivated to achieve the very best outcome possible for their clients. We pride ourselves on our ability to conduct an immediate and comprehensive analysis of the key elements of each case, and to provide concise, strategic, advice aimed at achieving the desired outcome. We also take time to discuss any alternative means of dispute resolution that might apply, such as interparty negotiations or mediation (which can save time and cost), with civil court action often being the last resort.

When, however, court proceedings are necessary to seek resolution of a civil dispute, our solicitors are adept at conducting all types of complex litigation within the framework of the procedural rules, and the requirements of law. We recognise that clients require to have a clear understanding of the risks and potential exposure to cost before embarking on litigation, and we offer clear advice about cost considerations from the outset of any civil dispute, whether you are pursuing or defending a civil claim. Our solicitors offer swift and concise advice on a full range of litigation matters, in order to provide clients with a clear understanding of both legal and practical issues relating to their case, and to allow them to make informed decisions about the path ahead.

Defending Court Actions

Being served with a court action can be extremely daunting. Often it is not immediately clear what you should do. Defending a court action always involves time limits within which you are required to take certain steps or to lodge certain court documents.

The time limits applicable to a court action and the documents which require to be lodged differ depending on the type of action which has been raised against you. There are different types of court action which follow a specific set of rules depending on the subject matter.

If you have been served with court papers then it is extremely important that you seek legal advice at the earliest opportunity. Defending a court action can be complex, and it is important to understand the type of action which has been raised and what your next steps ought to be. For these reasons, it is advisable you seek the assistance of an experienced solicitor.

Contact us

If you are involved in, or are considering raising, a civil court action, contact our reception team on 0141 429 8166 or complete our online enquiry form.