COMMERCIAL LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Our diverse experience allows us to effectively litigate disputes in both state and federal courts and in arbitration and mediation proceedings.

We represent local, regional and national clients in a broad range of commercial disputes. We also understand that alternatives to litigation in resolving commercial disputes are frequently the preferred course. We actively consider creative and practical ways for our clients to efficiently achieve their goals without going to court. However, when litigation is required, the breadth of experience and sophistication of our litigation team allows us to:

• Represent our clients effectively in all phases of litigation, from initial pleadings and discovery through motion practice, trial and appeal Plan and pursue (or defend against) prejudgment remedies including replevin, temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions and attachments
• Litigate in the automotive, trucking and equipment industries on all issues which arise in the enforcement and protection of our clients’ interests Enforce creditors’ rights through collection practice, replevin and in bankruptcy court
• Represent both plaintiffs and defendants in complex commercial litigation, including contract disputes, security interest enforcement, lien disputes and foreclosures, commercial torts, fraud based actions and securing equitable remedies
• Advocate for the rights of creditors, creditors’ committees, bankruptcy trustees and defendants in all aspects of bankruptcy litigation, such as non-dischargeability actions, claim objections, preference and fraudulent transfer actions and executory contract issues
• Employ alternative dispute resolution strategies and negotiation tactics for practical, business oriented solutions to minimize the cost and publicity of litigation.