Insolvency Law · European Union
Fight or Defend With an Insolvency Litigation Lawyer Who Knows the Courtroom
Insolvency does not always end in negotiation — sometimes it ends in court, over disputed claims, voidable transactions or director misconduct. We match you, free of charge, with an insolvency litigation lawyer who represents creditors, directors and practitioners in disputes across Europe, so you are not outmanoeuvred by a better-prepared opponent.
- Claims, voidable transactions & director disputes
- Representation for creditors & directors
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Who this is for
Insolvency is also a courtroom — and disputes there are technical
Insolvency litigation is the resolution of legal disputes that arise in and around an insolvency: a creditor challenging the rejection of its claim, a liquidator seeking to recover payments made before insolvency, a director defending allegations of wrongful or fraudulent trading, or a shareholder contesting the sale of assets. These disputes are governed by a dense mix of insolvency law and ordinary civil procedure, and they are often fought under real time pressure, with short deadlines and a shifting cast of parties. The transactions at issue — payments, transfers, security — are examined retrospectively, sometimes years after the fact, and the outcome can turn on fine points such as the date a company became insolvent or what a director knew at the time. For claimants and defendants alike, a specialist who lives in this area frequently makes the difference between recovering value and losing it.
Where insolvency disputes are won and lost
Insolvency litigation turns on technical points.
The wrong assumption is the most expensive kind.
Short deadlines, retrospective reviews and complex parties mean a single procedural misstep can forfeit a claim that was otherwise strong.
Missed deadlines
Insolvency proceedings run on strict timetables for lodging claims, challenging decisions and appealing, and a missed window usually closes the claim permanently. There is rarely a second chance.
Voidable transactions unchallenged
Payments and transfers made before insolvency can often be clawed back — but only if challenged correctly and in time. Letting them stand means value that could have been recovered simply leaves the estate.
Facing a better-prepared opponent
Insolvency disputes are routinely fought against practitioners and lenders with specialist counsel. Entering that arena with generalist advice puts you at an immediate and costly disadvantage.
What you get
An insolvency litigation lawyer who fights your corner
We only match you with litigators who specialise in insolvency disputes, so your case is handled by someone who knows the terrain.
Claims lodged & defended
Whether you are proving a claim as a creditor or defending its rejection as a practitioner, your lawyer handles the filing, evidence and argument correctly and on time.
Voidable transactions pursued
Your lawyer identifies and challenges preferences, transactions at undervalue and other voidable dealings, recovering value that properly belongs in the insolvent estate for the benefit of creditors.
Director liability claims
You get representation in claims against directors for wrongful or fraudulent trading, and equally a strong defence if you are the director facing the allegations.
Disputes resolved efficiently
Your lawyer weighs litigation against negotiation at every stage, pursuing the fastest, most cost-effective route to a result rather than fighting for its own sake.
Coverage
Insolvency litigation lawyers across Europe
Insolvency disputes are governed by national insolvency and procedural law, so the right litigator is one who practises in the country where the proceedings sit. We match cases across the following countries and beyond:
Frequently asked
Insolvency litigation — common questions
What kinds of disputes arise in insolvency?
Common disputes include challenges to a creditor’s claim, recovery of voidable transactions such as preferences or transactions at undervalue, claims against directors for wrongful or fraudulent trading, and challenges to asset sales or a practitioner’s decisions. Each follows specific procedural rules.
What is a voidable transaction?
It is a payment or transfer made before insolvency that the law allows to be set aside and recovered, such as a preference to one creditor or a transfer at undervalue. Recovery usually requires a formal challenge within defined time limits.
Can I challenge a decision by the insolvency practitioner?
In most countries, yes — creditors and other parties can challenge a practitioner’s decisions, such as rejecting a claim or selling an asset, through the court. The grounds and deadlines are strict, so a challenge should be assessed and filed promptly.
Am I liable if I was a director before insolvency?
Not automatically, but directors can face claims for wrongful or fraudulent trading, preferences or breaches of duty. Whether you are exposed depends on the specific transactions and your country’s rules, which a lawyer can review.
How long do I have to lodge a claim?
Insolvency proceedings set fixed deadlines for lodging claims, and they vary by country and procedure. Missing a deadline can bar the claim entirely, so it is important to act as soon as you learn of the proceedings.
Is it worth litigating, or should I settle?
That depends on the strength of the claim, the value at stake, the costs and the opponent’s position. A specialist litigator will assess the merits honestly and advise whether to negotiate, settle or proceed to court, so you do not fight a losing or overpriced battle.
Free case review
Don’t enter the courtroom under-prepared
Tell us what the dispute is about, which side you’re on and where the proceedings sit, and we’ll connect you with an insolvency litigator who fights these cases in your country every day — free of charge, with no obligation to hire.