This area covers court-ordered relief to prevent imminent or ongoing harm from occurring, or to stop a party from breaching a contract or restraint of trade. A solicitor acts to obtain interim injunctions, including search and disclosure orders where appropriate, and to secure lasting restraints through court orders or terms of consent. They also advise on and draft applications for interlocutory relief, respond to opposing applications, and coordinate with clients, insurers, and other parties to protect business interests and confidential information while proceedings unfold.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
Injunctions and restraints involve proving urgent risk, choosing the appropriate remedy (e.g., interlocutory injunctions, mandatory or prohibitory orders, or damages in lieu), and navigating the Civil Procedure Rules, including emergency applications in the High Court or County Court. The solicitor handles evidence gathering, drafting of affidavits, disclosure applications, consideration of Mareva/freezing orders, and liaises with process servers, opposing solicitors, and expert witnesses to protect confidential information and enforce covenants.
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