Corporate Litigation Lawyer

Our disputes can involve breach of contract or warrant, partnership and/or shareholder arguments, intellectual property disputes, breach of fiduciary duties and commercial real estate problems, including negotiations that do not make it into court and those that go all the way through a litigation trial.

We conduct an early case assessment to understand the risks and opportunities, design a customized strategy that aligns with your business objectives, and remain flexible to adjust our approach as the situation evolves, sometimes in collaboration with financial and industry specialists as required.

Yes. We often engage in mediation, arbitration, and direct negotiation to resolve disagreements efficiently while preserving business relationships. We will counsel you on when ADR is strategically advantageous compared to litigation.

1. Case assessment (1-4 weeks)
2. Pre-filing negotiation (2-8 weeks)
3. Pleadings stage (1-3 months)
4. Discovery (3-9 months)
5. Trial preparation (1-4 months)
6. Resolution process by trial or settlement (variable)

Timing varies based on case complexity and court workload.

We offer:

• Hourly billing with detailed time logs
• Phase-based flat fees
• Blended hourly/contingency combinations
• Deferred payment options for long-running matters

Choices depend on case type and client preference.

You will have:

• Weekly summary status emails
• Immediate notification of material events
• Plain language explanations of key legal steps
• Quarterly strategy update meetings
• 24/7 secure portal access to documents

Our firm has handled sensitive cases utilizing confidentiality agreements, sealed court materials, and coordinated public relations support to protect clients' reputations during public disputes.

We use:

• Secure document portals
• Confidential access procedures
• Protective orders for confidential business info
• Redaction protocols for public records
• IT security reviews for all digital communications

Yes. We frequently act as co-counsel alongside in-house teams, and can interface with specialist law partners on distinct counsel files (tax, IP, regulatory) to guarantee seamless coverage of case issues while respecting internal relationships.

We:

• Manage all routine motions internally
• Schedule key witness attendance around business peaks
• Agree to limited scope of document production when possible
• Leverage technology for all meetings except discoveries
• Focus on resolution options that avoid a contested trial

We deliver practical expected ranges at intake and regularly update anticipated timelines throughout the case. In the event of trial delays, we deploy a catch-up plan (motion schedule, priority expert assignments).

Following evaluation, we will recommend:

• Best plausible outcomes available
• Probable settlement range
• Risk-adjusted cost benefit scenarios
• Longer-term business implications

All scenarios are explained using similar past cases.

Our supports include:

• Media monitoring services
• Settlement stipulations on confidentiality
• Plans for social media removals
• Crisis PR advisories
• Private arrangement of service of documents

We show a projected breakdown listing:

• Lawyer time estimates
• Court filing costs
• Expert consulting fees
• Copying and delivery charges
• Travel and miscellaneous costs

Quarterly updates are supplied for actuals vs projections.

Normally we require:

• Key client interviews (2-4 hours per primary witness)
• Assistance gathering documentation
• Input on strategic business issues
• Attendance at critical discovery sessions

We manage requests to make efficient use of time.

We work with local partner firms to ensure compliance with all regional legal procedures while maintaining file management oversight. Translation and time-zone coordination services included.

We will:

• Compare the offer to our current situation
• Negotiate any enhancements as required
• Complete a cost-benefit analysis
• Prepare executive team information meetings
• Secure required settlement paperwork

After completion, we organize:

• Policy drafting review
• Audit checklists
• Employee best practices workshops
• Dispute escalation protocols
• Industry commercial relations advice