A strong negotiator, she resolves the vast majority of cases through settlement, including by way of negotiation and mediation.
She has extensive experience in shareholder and partnership disputes, including unfair prejudice petitions and claims involving breaches of directors’ duties, as well as breach of warranty claims arising out of share purchase agreements, disputes arising from a wide range of commercial contracts across multiple industries, and professional negligence claims. She also advises on insurance disputes, with particular experience in complex fire insurance claims involving property damage and business interruption losses.
She also has experience in a wide range of commercial property disputes.
Suraiya provides clear, pragmatic and commercially focused advice tailored to each client’s objectives. Clients receive straightforward and transparent advice on costs from the outset to support informed decision-making.
She has advised banks, companies, owner-managed businesses and individuals across a range of sectors, including engineering and manufacturing, nursing homes, the food and retail industries (including online retailers), and property development and construction. This breadth of experience enables her to adapt her advice to the commercial, technical and regulatory considerations relevant to each sector.
Suraiya has trained and practiced across a number of leading commercial law firms, giving her a broad perspective and strong commercial awareness in dispute resolution. She works closely with leading barristers and other experts where required and is able to service clients nationally, supported by strong professional connections in London and Yorkshire.
