Metro Detroit and Grand Rapids

Business Law and Litigation

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.
  • Intellectual Property: Trademark, copyright, trade secret infringement.
  • Business Torts: Fraud, unfair competition, tortious interference.
  • Employment Law: Discrimination, wrongful termination.
  • Real Estate: Zoning, land use, lease disputes.
  • Fiduciary Duty: Conflicts of interest, self-dealing. 
How Lawyers Help
  • Strategy & Advice: Develop tailored strategies based on specific facts and laws.
  • Document Preparation: Draft and review crucial legal documents.
  • Representation: Advocate for clients in negotiations, court, and ADR proceedings. 
Why It Matters
  • Litigation can be costly and disruptive, so prevention and experienced counsel are vital for a company’s health and bottom line.