Business Litigation and Dispute Resolution
The civil trial lawyers of Hunt & Associates advise small businesses, partnerships and closely held corporations about their litigation and dispute resolution options.
No small business owner looks forward to litigation. Before starting any litigation, including, actions for breach of contract or fraud, you need to weigh the time and expense inherent in litigation against the losses you've already realized. If you need to defend a lawsuit, you need to consider the costs of countering the plaintiff's liability and damages claims as a factor in your settlement strategy.
We can explain your company's exposure to risk, assess the quality of the evidence on either side of the case, and outline the approaches that show the greatest promise toward a favorable outcome. Contact our office in downtown Portland for sound advice about business litigation.
Practicing in the State and Federal Courts of Oregon and Washington
Although much of our work in advising business clients has to do with anticipating and avoiding litigation risk through due diligence, risk analysis and careful contract drafting, it's impossible to completely eliminate the possibility that disputes and defaults might still occur. If your transaction or project presents a clear possibility of litigation, our experience with the settlement and trial of business disputes can give your company an advantage.
Our goal is to achieve the best possible result for your company at a minimum cost of time, money and stress. Our focus on practical solutions to complex problems can help you resolve such disputes as:
- Contract litigation with vendors or customers
- Antitrust or unfair competition claims
- Fraud, misrepresentation, intentional interference with contractual relations
- Shareholder or partnership disputes within companies
- Real estate litigation
- Employment litigation
- Probate litigation related to business assets or management succession
The best approach to the successful resolution of your dispute will depend entirely on the facts of the case, the strength of your legal position, and your company's immediate and long-term goals. A good solution for one set of circumstances might not work in another. Our attorneys therefore adapt our tactics to meet the demands of your business and situation. We work closely with each litigation client to expand your options for a cost-effective resolution.
To find out more about our business litigation experience in the state and federal courts of Oregon and Washington, contact Hunt & Associates in Portland.
