Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Legal Dispute Resolution in Coventry
Established in 2008, Smith & Wells is a niche law firm dedicated to providing specialist legal advice in litigation and dispute resolution. Our team of fee-earners brings over 45 years of combined experience, offering practical and affordable solutions tailored to both businesses and individuals. We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and client care. Our principal, Melonie Smith, founded the firm after gaining extensive experience in commercial litigation at regional firms, while consultant solicitor Damian Cadman-Jones contributes expertise in insolvency work. Senior paralegal Manisha Bhikhi supports clients in debt recovery and property disputes, reflecting our commitment to comprehensive legal services.We prioritise a personal touch in all our interactions, advocating mediation where appropriate to achieve efficient resolutions. Our track record includes complex land disputes, commercial settlements, and high-value contract negotiations, demonstrating our capability to handle diverse legal challenges. With offices in Coventry, we serve clients across Warwickshire and beyond, maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations. Our dedication to excellence has earned us recognition in both local and national legal circles, reinforcing our position as a trusted legal partner.
Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Business Disputes
Insolvency
Property Litigation
Professional Negligence
Contract Disputes
Landlord and Tenant
Commercial Injunctions
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of combined experience in litigation and dispute resolution.
- Our firm is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
- We prioritise mediation to achieve cost-effective resolutions where possible.
- Our team includes specialists in commercial litigation and insolvency matters.
- We maintain strict confidentiality and data protection compliance.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
Services
Alternative Dispute Resolution
We specialise in resolving conflicts through arbitration and mediation, offering cost-effective alternatives to court proceedings. Our experienced negotiators have facilitated over 250 successful settlements, prioritising client interests while maintaining professional standards. This service benefits businesses and individuals seeking timely, confidential resolutions to commercial or personal disputes.
Commercial Injunctions
Our team secures urgent legal remedies to prevent breaches of contract or property rights. With expertise in Technology and Construction Court proceedings, we obtained a perpetual injunction against a multinational company in a landmark access dispute. Clients receive strategic representation to protect their commercial interests through immediate legal action.
Insolvency
We advise insolvency practitioners, company directors, and liquidators on complex financial matters. Our services include challenging personal guarantees, recovering misappropriated funds, and negotiating debt settlements. A recent case involved securing 200,000 in judgments against a former director while preventing director disqualification proceedings for corporate clients.
People
Melonie Smith
Principal Solicitor
Founded Smith & Wells in 2008 after qualifying as a solicitor in 1999. Specialises in high-value commercial disputes with over two decades of experience, including advocacy in complex litigation and mediation expertise across 250+ cases.
Damian Cadman-Jones
Consultant Solicitor
Qualified in 2006 with a First Class Honours degree, Damian specialises in insolvency work. He regularly represents insolvency practitioners and company directors, providing strategic legal solutions for complex financial disputes and restructuring matters.
Manisha Bhikhi
Senior Paralegal
Supports clients in debt recovery, breach of contract, and property disputes since joining in 2015. Manisha manages her own client base while delivering practical solutions for boundary disputes and commercial contract enforcement matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Smith & Wells specialise in?
We focus on litigation and dispute resolution, including commercial disputes, insolvency, property litigation, professional negligence, and alternative dispute resolution.
How long has Smith & Wells been operating?
Smith & Wells has provided legal services since February 2008, with our principal solicitor having over two decades of legal experience.
Do you serve clients outside Coventry?
While based in Coventry, we handle cases across Warwickshire and nationally, including recent matters in the Technology and Construction Court.
Are your services available outside office hours?
Our standard operating hours are 9:00am-5:15pm Monday to Friday. We do not offer 24/7 services but prioritise prompt responses during business hours.
How is Smith & Wells regulated?
We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under registration number 482639, ensuring professional standards and accountability.
