Business Details
18 Years
experience
Expert Litigation & Dispute Resolution Services
Established in 2008, Smith & Wells is a niche law firm specialising in litigation and dispute resolution for businesses and individuals. Our team combines over 45 years of legal expertise, delivering practical and affordable advice with a personal touch. We are Authorised and Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards. Our principal, Melonie Smith, brings two decades of experience in high-value commercial disputes, supported by a team with specialisms in insolvency, debt recovery, and property litigation. We prioritise mediation where appropriate, having facilitated over 250 formal and informal settlements.Our client base ranges from individuals to international corporations, reflecting our commitment to tailored legal solutions. We maintain transparency in all communications and operate under strict confidentiality protocols. Our recent cases demonstrate success in complex land disputes, insurance claims, and technology and construction court trials. We provide clear terms and conditions drafting services and offer strategic advice on director disqualifications and personal guarantees. Our practice combines technical excellence with accessible, client-focused service delivery.
Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Business Disputes
Commercial Injunctions
Construction Disputes
Debt Recovery
Insolvency Cases
Property Litigation
Professional Negligence
Landlord Tenant Issues
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years combined legal expertise in dispute resolution
- Our team includes specialists in commercial litigation and insolvency
- We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- We prioritise mediation with 250+ successful settlements
- Our practice is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
We specialise in resolving conflicts through arbitration and mediation, avoiding court proceedings where possible. Our team has facilitated over 250 successful settlements, including complex commercial disputes and property conflicts. This service offers cost-effective solutions while maintaining professional standards.
Commercial Litigation
Handling high-value and complex commercial disputes, we represent clients in contract disagreements, director disqualifications, and insurance claims. Our expertise includes technology and construction court cases, with recent successes securing judgments exceeding 300,000 for clients through strategic legal representation.
Debt Recovery
We assist businesses in recovering outstanding debts through legal proceedings and negotiation. Our services include drafting terms and conditions, pursuing personal guarantees, and securing settlements. Recent cases demonstrate success in recovering over 200,000 in investment scheme disputes and commercial debts.
Property Litigation
Specialising in property ownership conflicts, boundary disputes, and right of way issues, we provide expert legal representation. Our team secured a 100,000 settlement modifying a land covenant and obtained perpetual injunctions protecting client access rights against international corporations.
Insolvency Cases
We advise insolvency practitioners and company directors on liquidation proceedings and debt recovery. Our services include pursuing misappropriated funds and negotiating reduced settlement figures for personal guarantees. Recent work recovered 200,000 for a liquidator against a former company director.
People
Melonie Smith
Principal Solicitor
Established Smith & Wells in 2008 after 9 years at regional firms. Qualified solicitor since 1999 with expertise in commercial litigation. Graduated from University of Warwick with distinction in legal practice. Leads complex dispute resolution cases.
Damian Cadman-Jones
Consultant Solicitor
Qualified solicitor since 2006 with experience at top 20 national law firm. Specialises in insolvency cases and director disqualifications. Advises insolvency practitioners and company directors on complex financial disputes and legal obligations.
Manisha Bhikhi
Senior Paralegal
Senior paralegal since 2015 specialising in debt recovery and property disputes. Handles breach of contract cases and boundary disputes. Maintains established client relationships while expanding the firm's business client base through effective legal support.
Questions
What areas of law does Smith & Wells specialise in?
We specialise in litigation and dispute resolution including commercial disputes, property conflicts, insolvency cases, and alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our team has over 45 years combined experience, including specialists in commercial litigation, insolvency, and property law with successful high-value case outcomes.
Do you handle both business and individual client cases?
Yes, we represent clients ranging from individuals with property disputes to international companies involved in complex commercial litigation matters.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We combine technical legal expertise with a personal approach, prioritising mediation where appropriate and maintaining SRA-regulated professional standards.
Reviews (1)
Kevin Grubb
Aug 02, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
I have been using this law firm for over 12 years now. The two people I deal will Mel & Damien are helpful, knowledgeable and offer firm sound advice and provide great service.. Highly recommend this company
I have been using this law firm for over 12 years now. The two people I deal will Mel & Damien are helpful, knowledgeable and offer firm sound advice and provide great service.. Highly recommend this company
