Litigation & Dispute Resolution
RDP’s dispute resolution department is made up of six distinct subdivisions; commercial litigation, property litigation, professional negligence, contentious probate, intellectual property litigation, and insolvency, all led by a team of specialists. We are not only experts in handling conflict - we're committed to resolving it wherever possible. We also pride ourselves on our experience of the mediation process, including having our own in-house qualified mediator.
Repeatedly ranked in the prestigious Legal 500 law directory, the team offers alternative dispute resolution methods or where necessary, Court action to achieve the desired outcome.
We specialise in the areas of:
- Property disputes
- Contract disputes
- Construction
- Environment & Planning
- Arbitration and mediation
- Settlement agreements
- Defamation actions
- Enforcement actions
- Professional negligence
- Probate, will and inheritance disputes
- Partnership and director disputes
- Shareholder disputes
- Farming and agricultural disputes
If you are looking for litigation advice call us today on 01633 413500 or complete an enquiry form on this page.
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Meet the Team
Robert Davies MBE
Chairman
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Robert Davies MBE
Chairman
Robert is the chairman of RDP Law. He has practised in South East Wales since 1974, and has connections across the commercial sector and throughout the agricultural community.
He practises company and commercial law and also works closely with Sioned Thomas in RDP’s agricultural department.
Robert has particular expertise in commercial and residential property development and is regularly instructed in relation to some of South Wales’ larger and more interesting development proposals.
In 2007 Robert was appointed MBE for his contribution to legal services in South East Wales.
Donna Wilkins
Solicitor
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Donna Wilkins
Solicitor
Donna is a solicitor in RDP’s Dispute Resolution team.
She qualified in July 2024 and specialises in property litigation matters, including landlord and tenant, boundary disputes, trespass claims, right of way, restrictive covenants and adverse possession.
Tom Jones
Associate Solicitor
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Tom Jones
Associate Solicitor
Tom is an associate solicitor in RDP’s Dispute Resolution team.
Tom specialises in all aspects of commercial dispute resolution; including partnership disputes, public law, insolvency, shareholder disputes, debt recovery, and breach of contract claims. Tom also advises in relation to property litigation matters, including trespass, boundary disputes, landlord and tenant work, as well as contentious planning cases.
Tom has been involved in cases heard at all levels of the civil courts in England and Wales, as well as the Supreme Court.
Tom started his career as a planning appeals consultant in mid-Wales, before completing the Legal Practice Course at Cardiff University. Tom qualified in 2021, and joined RDP in 2025.
Sarah Porter
Partner
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Testimonials:
"As a qualified mediator, Sarah Porter has excellent insight into different litigation methods and is key to the firm’s success in handling a myriad of commercial disputes, including an increasing number of unfair prejudice petitions." Legal 500, 2026
"The Litigation Team at RDP Law quickly analysed the pros and cons of my complex boundary dispute and implemented a route through to a very successful and just conclusion."
"Just a card to thank you very gratefully for your professional help and personal support during the past two months."
Sarah is a member of the Agricultural Law Association
Sarah is Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution at RDP.
She qualified in 2008 and has almost 15 years’ experience working in dispute resolution. She has been involved in a variety of types of litigation matter, both for private individuals and commercial clients, including:
- Consumer disputes, breach of contracts etc.
- Contentious probate
- Negligence claims
Sarah specialises in property litigation, with a focus on boundary disputes, trespass claims, rights of way, restrictive covenants, and adverse possession. She also has significant experience in dealing with both private and commercial, landlord and tenant disputes.
Sarah was a Board Member of the Wales and West Housing Association for a number of years using her legal knowledge and experience to help the board in its decision-making.
Sarah is also a qualified mediator, having trained with the London School of Mediation. As well as being a member of the Agricultural Law Association, the UK’s largest inter-professional organisation dedicated to the law and business of the countryside.
Patrick Duggan
Senior Associate
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Patrick Duggan
Senior Associate Solicitor
Patrick is a senior associate solicitor in RDP’s Dispute Resolution team.
Patrick is a solicitor advocate and has over 25 years’ experience in civil litigation.
He covers a wide range of disputes with a focus on giving early, commercially aware, advice.
Patrick joined RDP in 2025.
