Dispute, mediation and conflict resolution

Finding financial clarity in conflict

Competing interests among partners or shareholders can lead to complex disputes requiring court intervention. These disputes can range from shareholder oppression, breach‑of‑contract and joint‑venture litigation to large‑scale, class‑action lawsuits.

Our experts can be appointed by the courts to manage assets at issue, provide in-depth analyses and reports, and review and assess the merits of the financial claims.

Acting as both receivers and inspectors 

In our role as a court‑mandated receiver, we're charged with protecting stakeholders’ interests by taking possession of ⁠–⁠ and realizing on ⁠–⁠ the assets in dispute. We can also be mandated to: 

• Carry on the business as normal, pending the dispute’s resolution 

• Conduct an auction between disputing shareholders, leading to one shareholder buying out the other’s shares 

• Sell or liquidate the business, distributing the proceeds to the stakeholders 

Meanwhile, as an inspector, we're tasked with gathering information ⁠–⁠ the scope of which is determined by the court ⁠–⁠ then reporting on the facts we discover. This entails:

• Reviewing a company’s premises or other property

• Examining and analyzing financial records 

• Gathering information from officers, employees and others knowledgeable about the company’s affairs 

Our reporting covers the information requested by the court. It may also help disputing parties better understand their respective positions so they can determine whether to settle or pursue further litigation. 

Multidisciplinary expertise you can trust

Whether acting as a receiver or inspector, carrying out these court-mandated duties for shareholder and partnership disputes requires an investigative mindset and a comprehensive understanding of a variety of factors. 

We can quickly mobilize the expertise of an in‑house team of restructuring and recovery, tax, business valuation, litigation support, forensic accounting and other accounting professionals to produce objective, defensible reports that stand up to the most rigorous scrutiny.

Mediation and conflict resolution

Unresolved conflict can disrupt corporate culture and productivity by affecting communication and employee morale. As neutral experts, we offer new perspectives that foster understanding and lead to solutions for reconciliation.

Complaint investigations

We investigate issues related to disrespect, health and safety, policy violations, discrimination, harassment and interpersonal conflict. We facilitate the resolution of workplace disputes about roles, performance and conditions, as well as commercial disputes and community relations for public sector and non-profit organizations.

Facilitation and training services  

We equip teams and leaders with conflict resolution skills through group training, addressing both proactive development and immediate issues. We work directly with leaders to implement effective conflict management strategies that help their business move forward.

Connect with your Baker Tilly advisor to learn more.