Matthew Hodson

I am an experienced High Court advocate with particular knowledge and specialism in:
•    Minority shareholder disputes
•    Unfair prejudice petitions
•    Winding up petitions
•    Partnership disputes
•    Breach of contract claims
•    Employee post-termination restrictive covenants
•    Confidentiality and trade secrets
•    Springboard relief and other urgent applications in the context of employee competition

I recognise that commercial cases are very often urgent in nature, requiring a quick response. I will provide a prompt assessment of the merits of your case and will give practical and commercially sensible guidance on how to proceed. I recognise that in a commercial setting costs and practical solutions are at the forefront of a client’s concerns, and that may mean seeking the swiftest possible resolution to the problem and avoiding protracted legal proceedings. I will make that happen if at all possible.

I can assist in preparing letters of response or claim at the earliest stage of a dispute, and can draft proceedings for the County or High Court thereafter. I can represent you at interim hearings or trial. 

I am known for trial advocacy, and for incisive cross examination ideally suited to exposing the dishonesty of witnesses whose evidence is untrue.