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 A business can become embroiled in a dispute for any number of reasons, and the other party to the dispute can come from a variety of sources. Disputes can be complex, varied, and stressful. They have the ability to derail a business from its core purpose by creating distractions that are time-consuming and frustrating. Early and decisive intervention in a manner that does not escalate the dispute is critical.

With 20 years of experience advising in commercial disputes, Lenehan Legal has significant expertise in guiding businesses through such challenges with a focus on early resolution that avoids costly court proceedings. Our goal is to help you navigate disputes efficiently and effectively, allowing you to stay focused on what matters most – running your business.

At Lenehan Legal, we offer a wide range of services to assist businesses in managing and resolving disputes:

• Contentious Disputes: We provide expert legal advice and representation for businesses involved in contentious disputes. Whether it involves breach of contract, partnership disputes, or other commercial conflicts, we are dedicated to protecting your interests and achieving the best possible outcome.
• Mediation Services: As a qualified mediator, and member of the Law Society Mediation Service Panel, we bring a wealth of experience and a structured approach to resolving conflicts. Our mediation service acts as an intermediary between disputing parties and can be tailored to suit the specific needs of the businesses involved. Whether you require a formal mediation process or a more informal approach, our services are designed to facilitate communication, foster mutual understanding, and reach a satisfactory resolution for all parties.

The devil is in the detail of any contract. Often, it is only when a problem arises that a business will have reason to properly examine the terms of the contract they are bound by. By that time, it can often be too late to rectify any unfavourable terms. Entering into any contractual arrangement without proper legal advice is unwise. It is in a business's best interest to ensure that commercial engagements are defined in a written contract with terms favourable to them.

Lenehan Legal offers comprehensive advice on all forms of contracts and agreements. Our services include drafting tailored terms, reviewing existing contracts, and providing general contractual advice. We ensure that your business is protected and that your contractual arrangements are clear, fair, and enforceable.

We advise on a wide range of commercial contracts, including but not limited to:

• Supply and distribution agreements
• Service agreements
• Partnership and joint venture agreements
• Licensing agreements
• Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
• Employment contracts
• Consultancy agreements
• Franchise agreements
• Terms and conditions of sale and purchase
• Agency agreements
• Software as a Service (SaaS) agreements
• IT service contracts
• Data processing agreements

Lenehan Legal is committed to providing expert guidance to help you navigate the complexities of commercial contracts, ensuring your business interests are safeguarded.

Employment law can be a minefield for employers. Too often, businesses are left with little or no support as they try to navigate their way through these extremely difficult and stressful challenges. Lenehan Legal acts for employers to deliver the right outcomes for them.

We offer comprehensive advice in all areas of HR and employment law, including redundancy and disciplinary matters. Our services extend to managing disciplinary and redundancy procedures, as well as chairing the necessary meetings within those processes. Additionally, we provide a range of in-house HR advice to employers as and when needed.

Lenehan Legal is dedicated to supporting employers through the complexities of employment law, ensuring that they are well-equipped to handle any HR challenges that arise. 

Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. The importance of having effective credit control procedures in place cannot be underestimated. Lenehan Legal offers bespoke credit control solutions tailored to the specific needs of your business, ensuring that your cash flow remains steady and reliable.

With 20 years of experience, Lenehan Legal provides comprehensive advice on all aspects of debt recovery. Our services include guidance on pursuing outstanding debts, managing bad debts, and resolving disputed debts. We work diligently to ensure that your business recovers what it is owed, allowing you to focus on growth and success.

The introduction of GDPR saw many promote a narrative of doom and gloom. Many businesses were left in a state of paralysis as scare stories circulated about the challenges of data protection. Lenehan Legal takes an uncomplicated approach to advising businesses in this area.

While data protection must be taken seriously, it is not something to be fearful of. The straightforward and plain English approach offered by Lenehan Legal provides businesses with a clear and practical way to address their legal obligations. We demystify data protection, ensuring compliance without unnecessary complexity or fear.

Our comprehensive data protection services include:

• Conducting GDPR compliance audits to identify and address potential risks.
• Drafting and reviewing privacy policies and data protection notices.
• Advising on data processing agreements and ensuring third-party compliance.
• Providing guidance on data subject access requests (DSARs) and how to handle them.
• Assisting with data breach management and reporting procedures.
• Offering training sessions for staff to ensure they understand their responsibilities under GDPR.
• Advising on international data transfers and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Helping businesses implement data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) for high-risk processing activities.

Lenehan Legal is committed to providing expert guidance that simplifies data protection, allowing your business to focus on growth and success while remaining compliant with GDPR and other data protection laws.

A business's terms and conditions with its customers are among the most important contracts it will ever enter into. All too often, this crucial aspect of trading is neglected. Businesses frequently rely on templates and copied documents that fail to address the specific needs of their unique trading practices.

Lenehan Legal offers a bespoke service to draft tailored terms and conditions or review and amend existing ones. Our goal is to ensure that your terms and conditions accurately reflect the precise nature of how your business operates and interacts with its customers. This approach allows businesses to maximise their competitive advantage by ensuring their terms and conditions work in their favour and to their benefit.

Businesses do not always need to respond to a challenging event or a letter received by sending their own solicitor's letter in reply. Rather than helping to resolve the issue, a solicitor's letter can sometimes escalate the situation and harden attitudes, making resolution less likely. Often, a business simply requires the guidance of an experienced hand to assist in drafting an appropriate response.

Lenehan Legal can assist in drafting correspondence so that it can be sent directly from the business, rather than from an outside party. We also offer advice on draft correspondence that a business has already prepared. This service ensures that businesses are fully advised when dealing with an issue, while mitigating the risk of lawyers potentially escalating what might be a very resolvable issue.

By providing strategic guidance and support, Lenehan Legal helps businesses navigate disputes effectively, maintaining control and fostering amicable resolutions.

 A business's intellectual property is a significant asset that must be protected. Lenehan Legal offers comprehensive advice on the protection and enforcement of your business's intellectual property. This includes guidance on pre-emptive steps to safeguard this critical commercial asset, as well as strategies for addressing infringements should they occur.

Our services encompass:

• Advising on trademark, copyright, and patent registrations to secure your intellectual property rights.
• Conducting intellectual property audits to identify and protect valuable assets.
• Drafting and reviewing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to maintain confidentiality.
• Providing strategies for monitoring and enforcing intellectual property rights against potential infringers.
• Offering guidance on responding to intellectual property infringements, including cease and desist letters and litigation support.
• Advising on the commercial exploitation of intellectual property through licence agreements and assignments, enabling your business to maximise the value of its assets.

Lenehan Legal is dedicated to helping your business protect and leverage its intellectual property, ensuring that this vital asset contributes to your commercial success.

At Lenehan Legal, we understand the unique legal challenges faced by athletes, sports clubs, and governing bodies. With a deep passion for sports and extensive expertise in sports law, we are dedicated to providing tailored legal solutions that meet the dynamic needs of the sports industry.

Our sports law services are led by a seasoned professional with a Master’s degree in Sports Law, complemented by hands-on experience in both legal and sporting realms. As a member of the Football Association of Ireland Disciplinary and Appeals Committee, our Principal brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insight into the regulatory aspects of sports law.  In addition to our legal expertise, we are also qualified mediators, providing a valuable alternative to litigation for resolving disputes efficiently and amicably.

We offer comprehensive legal services across a wide range of sports law areas, including:

• Contract Negotiations and Drafting: We assist athletes and sports organisations in negotiating and drafting contracts that protect their interests and ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Commercial Matters: We handle sponsorship deals, merchandising agreements, and other commercial arrangements that are crucial to the financial success of athletes and sports entities.
• Regulatory Compliance: We provide guidance on compliance with national and international sports regulations, ensuring that our clients operate within the legal framework governing their sport.
• Dispute Resolution: Whether it’s resolving contractual disputes, disciplinary issues, or appeals, we offer expert representation to protect the rights and reputations of our clients. Our mediation services provide a cost-effective and less adversarial option for resolving conflicts, fostering cooperation and preserving relationships.
• Intellectual Property: We help clients safeguard their brand and intellectual property, ensuring that their name, image, and likeness are protected and properly monetized.

Our clientele includes professional athletes, sports clubs, and governing bodies. We are proud to represent individuals and organisations who strive for excellence in their respective fields. Our experience as a board member for a national sports governing body equips us with a strategic perspective that benefits our clients in navigating the complex sports landscape.

In addition to our legal practice, we actively contribute to the sports law community through thought leadership and publications. Our articles, published in local newspapers, provide valuable insights into current sports law issues and trends, reflecting our commitment to staying at the forefront of the field.