Steven Koukos is Head of Commercial Litigation at CJCH Solicitors, bringing extensive expertise in complex commercial disputes and strategic dispute resolution to every matter he handles. His practice spans contractual and commercial disputes, shareholder and director conflicts, fraud and misrepresentation claims, intellectual property matters, defamation, financial services litigation, insolvency disputes, and professional negligence claims.
Steven’s career has been defined by a truly international perspective, forged through his experience at a top 10 global firm. Having worked in Germany on high-value cross-border transactions, he has built first-hand experience in the complexities of international business. Across Wales and England, he has advised a diverse range of clients, from entrepreneurs and directors to SMEs, educational institutions, financial organisations, and large corporates.
What distinguishes Steven’s approach is his commercial focus. Rather than treating disputes as purely legal exercises, he prioritises outcomes that serve his clients’ genuine business interests, favouring early, cost-effective resolution through negotiation and mediation wherever possible, whilst maintaining the capability to pursue robust litigation when circumstances demand it.
His experience as both a board adviser and company director gives him a rare, practical understanding of how disputes affect organisations beyond the courtroom, encompassing cash flow, reputation, stakeholder relationships, and long-term strategic objectives.
Steven’s expertise has been consistently recognised by The Legal 500, with clients and peers describing him as “a clever strategist” and “a genuine all round gem.”
This reputation for rigorous, commercially grounded advice makes him a valuable voice for any audience seeking to understand the realities of commercial dispute resolution.
