Civil Litigation FAQs

We handle civil litigation connected to the firm’s core practice areas, including commercial and business disputes, contract disputes, real estate and property matters, and probate and estate litigation such as will contests. Because litigation touches so many areas, we assess each dispute on its specific facts and the applicable law.

Most disputes are better resolved without a trial when a fair resolution is achievable, and we pursue negotiation and alternative dispute resolution where it serves your interests. But a credible willingness to litigate is often what makes a good settlement possible. We advise honestly on whether your matter is worth pursuing, what it may cost, and what outcomes are realistic.

It varies widely with the complexity of the case, the court, and how contested the matter is. Some disputes resolve in months; others take considerably longer. We give you a candid assessment early, including whether you even have a problem worth solving, rather than encouraging litigation for its own sake.

Yes. Civil claims are subject to statutes of limitations and other deadlines that vary by the type of claim, and missing them can bar an otherwise valid case. Some deadlines are surprisingly short. If you think you may have a claim, do not wait to have it evaluated.

We work to understand your goals, sharpen the focus onto the issues that will actually decide the case, and move deliberately to protect your position, including securing evidence early, since records and documentation can disappear over time. Our goal is a result that serves your interests, whether that comes through settlement or trial.