Litigation
Our litigation philosophy is simple. Treat every case as if it’s going to trial.
Experienced Litigators
Thorough preparation is the best way to maximize the possibility of success and allow our attorneys to accurately assess a case’s strengths and weaknesses.
We guide clients through the process of defending and, when necessary, bringing lawsuits. We listen to and understand your problems, goals, and limitations. We ground ourselves in the facts and the law, think, and honestly assess your case. Then we strategically and expertly advocate for the best possible result while keeping you informed throughout.
Our expertise in complex and fast-paced public-policy and bankruptcy litigation keeps us sharp and efficient in handling other disputes, from business litigation to complex estates. Our track record of cost-effective success reflects our thorough preparation, creative problem solving, and outstanding advocacy.
Business & Commercial
Representing clients in a variety of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, constitutional claims, and many others. We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in cases involving significant liability and “bet-the-company” consequences.
Real Estate & Title
Representing individuals, companies, and title insurers in a wide range of real estate/title defect litigation, including title reformations, quiet title actions, spurious lien claims, adverse possession, zoning, easement disputes, liens, eminent domain, trespass and nuisance, and covenant disputes.
Appeals
Advocating clearly and concisely within the concise, reasoned, and tempered “box” that appellate courts expect to effectively handle a broad range of state and federal appeals, as well as act as consultant for other counsel in all aspects of the appellate process.
Tax Disputes
Representing clients before the IRS to resolve outstanding tax disputes, appeal proposed tax liabilities, and negotiate manageable agreements.
Construction
Advising clients on issues of business succession planning and exit strategies, mergers and acquisitions, and more.
Manufacturing
Providing strategic legal representation to manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors to resolve high-stakes disputes involving product liability claims, complex supply chain breaches, regulatory compliance issues, and more.
Banking
Representing financial institutions and corporate clients to resolve complex disputes involving loan enforcement, regulatory compliance, consumer class actions, fraud, and fiduciary duty claims through strategic defense, negotiation, or trial advocacy.
Probate
Assisting executors, beneficiaries, and heirs in resolving will contests, claims of breach of fiduciary duty, contested accountings, and the interpretation of estate documents through mediation or court proceedings.
Arbitration
Providing strategic advocacy and procedural expertise to resolve complex disputes outside of traditional courtrooms, ensuring efficient, binding, and often confidential resolutions tailored to specific industry or contractual needs.
Mediation
Providing expert counsel and skilled advocacy to guide clients through collaborative settlement processes to achieve customized, efficient, and private resolutions to disputes while maintaining control over the final outcome.