Business Details
19 Years
experience
Specialist Legal Solutions for Directors and Businesses
Established in 2007, Neil Davies & Partners is a specialist law firm dedicated to resolving complex legal challenges in director disqualification, insolvency litigation, commercial litigation, and regulatory disputes. Our team combines over 25 years of collective experience in defending directors against disqualification proceedings and navigating insolvency-related claims. We prioritise partner-led service, ensuring clients receive expert guidance tailored to their specific circumstances. Our approach integrates forensic analysis of cases, strategic negotiations with regulatory bodies, and robust courtroom representation when required.We maintain strong relationships with insolvency practitioners, accountants, and financial institutions to deliver comprehensive solutions. Clients benefit from competitive pricing structures, including fixed fees and flexible payment plans, while our track record demonstrates consistent success in reducing disqualification periods and defending misfeasance claims. Our commitment to transparency ensures no hidden fees, with initial consultations offered free of charge. Headquartered in Birmingham, we serve clients across the UK and internationally, positioning ourselves as a trusted advisor for directors facing legal scrutiny.
Services
Director Disqualification
Insolvency Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Regulatory Disputes
Business Crime
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer partner-led service with over 25 years of combined experience in director disqualification cases
- Our team includes former Insolvency Service advisors with insider knowledge of regulatory processes
- We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees or obligations
- We have successfully reduced disqualification periods in 90% of contested cases
- We maintain strategic partnerships with leading insolvency practitioners and financial institutions
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Robust representation
Successful outcome
Persistent approach
Expertise demonstrated
Timely resolution
Services
Director Disqualification
Specialist defence against director disqualification proceedings under the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986. Our solicitors negotiate undertakings, challenge regulatory actions, and represent clients in court to minimise or eliminate disqualification periods. We advise on compliance strategies and court applications for continued directorship permissions.
Insolvency Litigation
Comprehensive representation in insolvency-related claims including misfeasance, wrongful trading, and transaction avoidance. We act for directors and insolvency practitioners in recovering or defending assets, with expertise in complex liquidation disputes and preference claims under the Insolvency Act 1986.
Commercial Litigation
Strategic resolution of commercial conflicts involving injunctions, partnership disputes, and debt recovery. Our team handles urgent court applications and regulatory raids, specialising in construction industry disputes and HMRC investigations under the Housing Grants Construction and Regeneration Act 1996.
Regulatory Disputes
Defence against regulatory investigations including HMRC claims, anti-money laundering violations, and professional conduct issues. We represent clients during regulatory raids, interviews, and environmental agency investigations, with particular expertise in financial crime and Companies Investigation Branch proceedings.
Business Crime
Specialist defence in corporate criminal matters including Bounce Back Loan fraud, tax evasion, and director liability offences. We handle cases from initial investigation stages through to Crown Court representation, with recent focus on Personal Liability Notices issued by HMRC.
People
Neil Davies
Founder & Director Disqualification Specialist
With over 25 years' experience, Neil leads our director disqualification team. Formerly advising the Insolvency Service, he now specialises in defending directors, having successfully reduced disqualification periods in numerous high-profile cases.
Sukhbir Mall
Insolvency & Restructuring Partner
Sukhbir heads insolvency proceedings advice, combining legal expertise with practical restructuring solutions. He regularly negotiates with financiers and insolvency practitioners to preserve business continuity during corporate crises.
Richard Shepherd
Insolvency Litigation Solicitor
Richard specialises in defending misfeasance claims and preference actions. His expertise includes tracing asset disposals and challenging liquidators' recovery attempts under sections 238 and 239 of the Insolvency Act 1986.
Harman Randhawa
Commercial Litigation Solicitor
Harman handles urgent injunction applications and construction industry disputes. He advises on contract completion issues during insolvency and represents clients in regulatory raids involving HMRC and environmental agencies.
Iain MacDonald
Regulatory Disputes Specialist
Iain focuses on HMRC investigations and anti-money laundering compliance. He represents directors facing Personal Liability Notices and advises on disclosure obligations during regulatory interviews.
Questions
What areas of law does Neil Davies & Partners specialise in?
We focus on director disqualification, insolvency litigation, commercial litigation, regulatory disputes, business crime, and construction insolvency disputes.
How can directors defend against disqualification proceedings?
Early intervention is critical. We negotiate undertakings, challenge evidence, and represent directors in court to reduce or eliminate disqualification periods.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial discussions either by phone or in person to assess your case and recommend next steps.
Can directors continue trading after disqualification?
With court permission, directors may continue under strict conditions. We specialise in preparing applications to obtain this permission.
How do you handle cross-border cases?
Our experience extends to international matters, working with local counsel to address jurisdiction-specific requirements while maintaining core strategy.
What payment options are available?
We offer fixed fees, stage payments, and work with insurers. All pricing structures are agreed in advance with full transparency.
Reviews (2)
Sherod Williams
Jan 19, 2022
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Solicitors specialising in insolvency work. Very welcoming, partner led service. Client was made to feel welcome and advice given was very solid.
Craig Holden
Oct 08, 2019
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Specialising in Director Disqualification and Insolvency, Neil Davies and Partners really do get the results their clients need.
