Business Details
24 Years
experience
Expert Commercial Litigation Services in Southport
Established in 2002, H W Litigation pioneered boutique commercial litigation in Queensland, specialising in risk minimisation and dispute resolution. Our team of accredited specialists, including two of Queensland's most experienced litigators, combines decades of expertise with a client-centric approach to deliver cost-effective solutions. We prioritise strategic dispute avoidance, proactive risk management, and tailored legal strategies, underpinned by our Specialist Accreditation from the Queensland Law Society.Our practice spans commercial disputes, construction law, debt recovery, insolvency, and intellectual property, with representation in all Queensland courts and nationwide through our agent network. We maintain rigorous ongoing legal education, ensuring cutting-edge expertise in commercial litigation, while fostering collaboration and community engagement to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
Services
Commercial Disputes
Building Construction
Debt Recovery
Insolvency
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Risk Management
Property Disputes
Intellectual Property
Industrial Relations
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in commercial litigation with accredited specialists
- Our strategic approach prioritises dispute avoidance and cost-effective resolutions
- We provide tailored risk management solutions to prevent future legal issues
- Our directors are among Queensland's most experienced commercial litigators
- We offer nationwide representation through our established legal network
Associations and certifications
- Queensland Law Society - Specialist Accreditation in Commercial Litigation
What people say
Highly skilled litigator
Effective communicators
Favourable outcomes
Above and beyond
Mindful of costs
Services
Commercial Disputes
Resolving complex commercial and personal disputes through expert legal representation. Our accredited specialists handle contract breaches, shareholder conflicts, and corporate matters with strategic solutions tailored to client needs. We focus on minimising business disruption while achieving cost-effective outcomes through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods.
Building and Construction
Specialised legal services for construction industry disputes including defect claims, payment disputes, and contract negotiations. We handle adjudication applications under Queensland's Security of Payment Act and provide risk management training to prevent future conflicts in construction projects.
Debt Recovery
Streamlined debt recovery solutions combining legal enforcement with negotiation strategies. Our approach balances efficient debt collection with maintaining business relationships, offering repayment plan negotiations and credit risk assessments to protect client financial health.
Insolvency
Comprehensive insolvency services for corporate and personal financial distress situations. We advise liquidators, trustees, and businesses on restructuring options, voidable transactions, and insolvent trading while protecting client assets during financial crises.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Facilitating amicable dispute resolutions through mediation, arbitration, and negotiation. Our team helps clients maintain control over outcomes while reducing litigation costs, with expertise in early-stage dispute resolution across commercial and property matters.
People
Jonathon Webber
Director
Accredited commercial litigation specialist with 25+ years' experience in property disputes and court processes. Specialises in technical contractual matters and risk management strategies for businesses across Queensland.
Martin Daniel
Director
Specialist litigator with 20+ years' experience in construction disputes and intellectual property law. Holds Masters in IP Law and has advised property developers, corporations, and financial institutions on complex legal matters.
Emma Anderson
Senior Associate
Experienced commercial disputes lawyer handling property, construction, and intellectual property cases. Combines legal expertise with communication studies background to provide practical solutions for clients since 2012.
Benjamin O'Brien
Associate
Commercial litigation lawyer specialising in contract disputes and debt recovery. Focuses on effective strategies for SMEs, with particular expertise in resolving complex technical disputes efficiently since 2015.
Questions
What areas of law does HW Litigation specialise in?
We specialise in commercial litigation, including building and construction disputes, debt recovery, insolvency, intellectual property, and alternative dispute resolution across Queensland and nationally.
Are your lawyers accredited specialists?
Yes, our directors hold Specialist Accreditation in Commercial Litigation from the Queensland Law Society, with ongoing advanced legal education requirements.
How do you handle interstate legal matters?
We manage interstate disputes through our established network of legal agents while maintaining direct client communication throughout the process.
What is your approach to dispute resolution?
We prioritise strategic dispute avoidance and early resolution through mediation, but will vigorously represent clients in court when necessary to protect their interests.
Do you offer risk management services?
Yes, we develop custom risk mitigation systems to prevent disputes, including compliance programs, contract reviews, and industry-specific training for businesses.
