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Urgent Legal Help for Companies & Directors Facing Winding Up Petitions
West London Law is a leader in defending winding up petitions for UK businesses. We provide immediate legal support to companies and directors under threat of liquidation — including petitions from HMRC and trade creditors.
Time is critical. We act fast.
WINDING UP PETITIONS
We Protect You from Winding Up Petitions
Understanding Winding Up Petitions
A winding up petition is the most serious legal action a creditor can take against your company. It usually follows a statutory demand or unpaid debt of £750 or more. If not stopped, it can lead to compulsory liquidation, frozen bank accounts, and permanent closure of your business.
We act urgently to challenge the petition, apply for injunctions, negotiate with creditors, or put forward restructuring alternatives.
Defending Winding Up Petitions
Defending Petitions from HMRC and Trade Creditors
Creditors such as HMRC, landlords, lenders and suppliers regularly file winding up petitions to pressure companies into immediate payment. However, not all petitions are valid — and many can be challenged or resolved before they reach court.
West London Law has a strong track record defending winding up petitions, particularly from HMRC, who often proceed even during ongoing negotiations. Our team knows how to engage, negotiate, and protect your business fast.
Legal Grounds for Defence
There are several legal arguments available to defend a winding up petition:
The debt is genuinely disputed
There’s a substantial counterclaim or set-off
The petition was issued prematurely or improperly
The company is solvent and the creditor is acting unfairly
We gather evidence, build your defence case, and represent you in the High Court if needed.
Why Directors Must Take Independent Legal Advice
If your company is facing a winding up petition, you may also face director-level risks —
such as:
Wrongful trading accusations
Breach of fiduciary duties
Personal liability or disqualification
West London Law offers independent legal advice for directors, ensuring your personal
exposure is minimised and your rights are protected throughout.
Our Emergency Winding Up Defence Services
We provide immediate action including:
Applying to restrain or injunct the petition
Filing notice of opposition
Negotiating payment plans or settlements
Advising on CVAs or restructuring
Advising directors on personal liability issues
We act within hours — not days — because we know what's at stake.
Defending Winding Up Petitions
Stop Liquidation Fast
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Specialist Defence for Winding Up Petitions & Director Protection
If your company has been served a winding up petition, or you suspect one is imminent, contact West London Law immediately. We’re trusted by directors, shareholders and companies across London and the UK for fast, strategic defence.
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Summary
A winding up petition is not the end — but time is against you. At West London Law, we’re specialists in defending winding up petitions, negotiating with HMRC and creditors, and advising directors on legal risks.
We fight to keep your business trading — and keep you protected.
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Gurvir Birang is a practising solicitor, founder, litigator and bankruptcy expert, authorised and regulated by the SRA. Gurvir Birang practices from Spencer West LLP. Spencer West LLP is authorised and regulated by the SRA.
West London Law is a trading name of West London Law Limited, registered in England and Wales (company number 06776937).
West London Law was set up in 2003 and became non-regulated in 2020 and is no longer a firm of solicitors. This website is for marketing purposes only.