Business Law & Litigation involves resolving business conflicts in court (litigation) or preventing them through counsel, covering issues like contract breaches, IP disputes, partnership disagreements, fraud, and employment issues, requiring skilled attorneys to navigate complex state/federal laws, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in trials or ADR (like arbitration) to protect business interests.
Key Aspects of Business Law & Litigation
Dispute Resolution: Using negotiation, mediation, arbitration (ADR), or lawsuits (litigation) to resolve disagreements.
Preventative Counseling: Advising businesses on contracts, policies, and compliance to avoid future legal problems.
Broad Scope: Covers a wide range of legal areas, from simple contract issues to complex shareholder disputes.
Common Types of Cases
Contract Disputes: Breach of contract, non-compete agreements.