Bhavini is an accredited mediator, solicitor and Head of Commercial Litigation at SO Legal, a full-service law firm supporting businesses and individuals nationwide.
With more than 20 years of experience in dispute resolution, Bhavini helps family-owned businesses, SMEs and business owners resolve conflict in a constructive way that protects both relationships and the future of the business.
Whether disagreements arise between family members, business partners, directors or employees, she provides a calm, impartial environment where everyone can be heard and practical solutions can be reached.
Bhavini understands that disputes in owner-managed and family businesses are rarely just legal issues. They often involve long-standing personal relationships, differing priorities and the pressures of running a business.
Her empathetic, pragmatic approach helps clients move difficult conversations forward, rebuild trust where possible and reach outcomes that support both the people involved and the long-term success of the business.
Alongside mediation, Bhavini offers tailored communication coaching, helping business owners and leadership teams develop the confidence and skills to navigate challenging conversations, strengthen working relationships and prevent conflict from escalating.
Combining extensive legal expertise with commercial insight, Bhavini helps clients resolve today's challenges while laying the foundations for stronger relationships and long-term business success.
Drawing on her extensive legal and commercial experience, Bhavini provides strategic advice throughout the dispute resolution process.
Where an agreement cannot be reached through mediation or other forms of ADR, she is also able to provide robust legal representation, ensuring clients have continuity of support from the earliest discussions through to legal proceedings if required.
Areas of expertise:
Bhavini advises and supports clients across a range of dispute resolution matters, including:
· Family business disputes
· Shareholder and partnership disputes
· Senior leadership conflicts
· Workplace and employment disputes
· Commercial contract disputes
· Inheritance and succession-related business disputes
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