In today's complex and ever-changing legal landscape, having a trusted legal advisor by your side can make all the difference. Duarte and Finch pairs deep legal knowledge with a genuine understanding of the businesses and families we act for, so that every decision is made with both the law and your circumstances firmly in view.
Clear, determined representation in insurance and liability claims, from first notification through to settlement or trial.
Confidential fraud investigations backed by Interpol coordination, helping victims file their case and pursue recovery from day one.
Practical commercial counsel drawn on deep research and years of experience, invaluable in building and protecting a business.
Careful drafting and review of the agreements that hold your interests together, with a firm eye on the detail that matters.
One of the primary benefits of engaging a law firm is the expertise and experience it brings to the table. Our advocates read a matter from every angle before a single document is drafted, so the strategy is right before the work begins.
A close reading of the terms that matter, before you sign anything.
Practical guidance for employers and employees on contracts and disputes.
Support through a sale, purchase or lease from offer to completion.
A calmer, faster route to an arrangement both sides can live with.
Structuring and registering a new company the right way from day one.
An honest first assessment of the charge and the options open to you.
Wills and arrangements that protect what you have built.
A clear view of your position before a dispute reaches the courtroom.
Clients stay with Duarte and Finch because we pair the resources of a large practice with the attention of a small one. Here is what that means for you.
A senior bench of advocates who have argued and resolved the matters you now face, many times over. That experience lets us see risks early and advise on what actually matters.
We translate the law into plain language and set out real options with honest guidance on cost, timing and likely outcome, so you can make decisions with confidence.
Every case is prepared as if it will be decided at trial. That discipline strengthens your position whether the matter settles at the table or is fought in the courtroom.
Sensitive matters are handled with the confidentiality and composure they require. Your affairs stay private, and you always know exactly where your matter stands.
A senior bench of advocates, each with a defined focus and a shared commitment to the clients we serve. Together they bring decades of courtroom and boardroom experience, and individually they bring the care and attention that every matter deserves.
Engaging a law firm should never feel uncertain. Our process is deliberately simple, so you always understand the next step.
We listen carefully to your situation in confidence, answer your first questions and set out whether and how we can help.
We assess the facts, research the law and build a strategy shaped around your goals, with a clear view of cost and timing.
We act on your behalf with rigor and discretion, keeping you informed at every stage and adjusting course as matters develop.
We pursue the strongest possible outcome, whether by negotiated settlement or a decision at trial, and see the matter through to the end.
They treated my case as if it were the only one in the building. Clear advice, a steady hand throughout, and a result I did not think was possible.
Helena R.
Exceptional attention to detail and complete transparency from start to finish. I always knew exactly where my matter stood and what came next.
Marcus D.
Professional, discreet and genuinely on my side. They explained everything in plain language and never once made me feel out of my depth.
Aisha K.
A short, practical guide to making the most of your first meeting with an advocate, from the documents that help us most to the questions worth asking before you decide to proceed.
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When a disagreement becomes a legal matter, the options are rarely as narrow as they first appear. We set out the questions to ask and the routes usually available before a dispute reaches the courtroom.
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A plain reading of the terms that most often decide how a contract holds up when it is tested, and the small details that are worth getting right long before anything goes wrong.
Read more →Answers to what clients most often ask before their first consultation. If your question is not here, it is exactly what a consultation is for.
The initial consultation is free of charge. We use it to understand your situation and explain honestly whether and how we can help, with no obligation to proceed.
It depends on the complexity of the case and whether it settles or proceeds to trial. After your first consultation, we give you a realistic estimate based on similar matters we have handled.
Both. Many matters, particularly transactional work, are quoted as a fixed fee agreed in advance. Litigation is usually billed hourly, with a clear estimate provided before work begins.
Yes. The advocate you meet at your first consultation remains your main point of contact throughout, supported by the wider team where needed.
Everything you share with us is protected by legal professional privilege and treated with the strictest confidence, whether or not you go on to instruct us.
Tell us about your situation in confidence. We will explain your options clearly, set out the path ahead and give you an honest view of where you stand, with no obligation.
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