High Court Litigation Case: £10 Million Dispute Resolved Without Trial Following Strategic Legal Pressure
In a high-value commercial dispute with significant implications for insolvency and secured lending, Ian Coupland, Head of Litigation at Adam Benedict, once again demonstrated his High Court litigation expertise, representing the interests of a secured lender in a £10 million property-linked matter.
Acting for a client with registered security over multiple UK properties, Ian was instructed to challenge a group of administrators appointed over several interrelated companies. The administrators had refused to grant consent necessary for the enforcement of the client's rights as a secured creditor, despite no clear legal basis for withholding such consent. In response, Adam Benedict prepared High Court proceedings to compel compliance and safeguard his client’s position.
At the heart of the dispute was the administrators’ attempt to extend the administration periods without offering any credible justification. The client, under pressure to agree to a costly premium and ongoing delays, stood firm—guided by Ian’s strategic legal advice—and refused to support any extension. The message was clear: either the administration serves a valid purpose, or it should come to an end.
The looming threat of High Court action proved decisive. Faced with the prospect of formal litigation, the administrators backed down and the matter was resolved in the client’s favour without the need to issue proceedings—a testament to the impact of a well-prepared legal case and the power of standing firm under expert guidance.
This dispute, valued at £10 million, showcases the high-profile nature of the matters Adam Benedict handles and Ian’s ability to leverage litigation strategy effectively, even before proceedings reach the courtroom.
If you are involved in a secured lending, insolvency, or commercial property dispute—particularly where High Court litigation may be necessary—contact us today for commercially aware, results-driven legal advice. Our litigation team’s ability to deliver outcomes in complex, high-value cases speaks for itself.
