Commercial litigation involves a broad spectrum of conflicts arising from the way people choose to conduct business.  Effective representation requires more than going to court. A good commercial litigator spends more time preparing for court.  The preparation of a winning legal argument begins with understanding the law and focuses on what the client must prove to prevail.

An effective commercial litigator is both an aggressive advocate and a trusted advisor.  Business disputes can be time-consuming.  Good legal advice ensures emotion does not take precedent/priority over sound business judgment.  An effective commercial litigator should always inform the client of the benefits and risks of taking a case to trial. Commercial litigation – even over relatively minor matters – takes time and money away from a business.

If your business or commercial entity has been deceived through a faulty investment scheme, a misrepresentation of terms, unmerited contract termination or a contracting agent’s failure to perform, our lawyers can swiftly evaluate your case and propose a strategy focused on success.

If you are being sued and you don’t have insurance to provide you with a defense, you need a lawyer who understands the issues involved and who will protect your interests.

If you need to negotiate a favorable settlement before litigation, you want negotiators on your side who understand your objectives and hold their ground. We have negotiated a successful result for many clients. 

If your company needs an effective voice in a business dispute, the experienced commercial litigators at Barakat, Jacobs & Associates, P.L. can help.  We handle:

• Breach of contract and contract interpretation
• Business disputes
• Shareholder and partnership disputes
• Business Negligence
• Collection of amounts due
• Actions for worthless checks and civil theft
• Violation of restrictive covenants and trade secrets
• Non-compete clauses — restrictive covenants on employee contracts
• Commercial and residential lease disputes, commercial land development

Call Barakat, Jacobs & Associates, P.L. for a consultation or send us an e-mail. We can evaluate your case today.