Litigation & Disputes

Litigation & Disputes
At Verge Legal we have a specialist litigation department which has extensive expertise in civil litigation and dispute matters with a track record in settling cases efficiently and meeting the aims and goals of our clients.
We understand that litigation is often complicated and stressful. Due to the multidisciplinary nature of our practice, we have keen insight into commercial and
personal considerations which is what separates us from most other litigation firms.
Most litigation matters do not end up going to trial due to the considerable time and expenses required. We aim to assist clients in reaching sensible solutions without needing to go to trial, by utilising alternative dispute resolution (ADR) strategies such as mediation and conciliation.
However, we acknowledge that for certain situations court action is inevitable. In these situations, rest assured that we have the experience and expertise to give you the best possible representation. We take a scientific approach in analysing the case matter and work closely with our network of financial and forensic experts as well as barristers which have allowed us to reliably achieve the best outcomes for our trusted clients.
We guarantee that no matter the size and type of litigation matter, our team is completely dedicated and committed to achieving a successful outcome for you.
We represent plaintiffs and defendants in both civil. We also act in criminal matters,
please view our criminal law page for more information.

Our practice areas include the following:
- Debt Recovery & Compensation
- Contractual Disputes
- Property Disputes
- Employment Disputes
- Negligence
- Fraud
- Defamation
- Personal Injury
- Intellectual Property Disputes
- All other areas of Civil Litigation

Our lawyers practice in the following jurisdictions:
- Courts & Tribunals
- Magistrates’ Court of Victoria
- County Court of Victoria
- Supreme Court of Victoria
- Federal Court of Australia
- Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT)
- Fair Work Commission
- Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT)

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR):
- Offers of Compromise & Calderbank Letters
- Mediation
- Conciliation
- Arbitration
- Consent Orders
Frequently Asked Questions
Firstly, we will reach out to you to gain a deeper understanding of your situation. Subsequently, we will assign a lawyer who will engage in a conversation with you, either through a phone call or an in-person meeting, in order to provide an initial assessment of your case. We will then explain your available options and advise you on the next steps you should take to solve your legal problem.
We take pride in having the fastest response times in the industry.
For every inquiry, we guarantee an initial response within 24 hours.
After the initial consultation, you will have a better idea of the timeline for the next steps required.
After we receive your initial inquiry, we will allocate a specialist lawyer in the relevant practice area to give you an initial assessment of the matter.
Due to the multidisciplinary nature of our firm, we can assign an expert lawyer to your matter no matter the type or the scale of your matter.
Alternatively, you can request to speak to a particular lawyer.
At Verge Legal we have a policy of making full disclosure of all estimated legal fees and disbursements right at the start of each matter.
By law, we are required to give you a comprehensive costs agreement and costs disclosure which will outline how are fees are charged. You can take comfort in the knowledge that there will be no hidden fees or surprises.
We offer fixed fees for certain matters such as conveyancing and transactional deals. For others such as litigation, we generally charge an hourly rate.
We work hard to ensure that our rates are competitive. You can discuss with us a mutually suitable fee arrangement.
Before you engage any lawyer you should check that they are listed on the Victorian Legal Services Board (VLSBC) Register of Lawyers.
You can rest assured in the knowledge that we are a fully accredited and insured incorporated law practice and all our lawyers hold current practising certificates.

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Get in Touch Today
If you require assistance, please contact us today. We pride ourselves on providing clear communication and no-nonsense legal advice. Our dedicated team will ensure that your case receives the attention it deserves.

Step 1
Contact us and let us know your legal problem.

Step 2
We will select the right lawyer based on practice area and expertise.

Step 3
You will be scheduled to meet with the best lawyer for your circumstances as soon as possible.

Step 4
Speak to our expert lawyer who will explain to you the relevant law and list the options available to you.