Commercial Litigation
Lippitt O’Keefe, PLLC has a team of experienced attorneys who are devoted to serving businesses. Commercial litigation involves a wide range of issues that require in-depth knowledge and a firm grasp of details.
Bankruptcy
Business Torts
Complex Commercial Litigation
Contract Disputes
Defamation, Libel & Slander
Employment Law
Estate and Trust Disputes
Franchise Law
IP Infringement
Municipal Law
Shareholder/Partner/Member Disputes
Condominium Law
Construction Law
Property Rights
Zoning and Land Use Disputes
Negotiation
Mediation
Arbitration
Business & General Civil Litigation
Whether a client is an aggrieved party or on the defensive, litigation can be confusing and time-consuming. Moreover, in the context of commercial affairs, litigation can distract clients from their business. When a dispute involves a large number of documents, multiple jurisdictions, or more than two parties, matters become even more complex. From disputes among shareholders to a business facing a wrongful termination lawsuit, an adept attorney can help clients navigate the legal system and fiercely advocate on their behalf.
Real Estate Litigation
Commercial real estate is different than its residential counterpart. Commercial transactions are often much larger and involve more paperwork than residential real estate transactions. There is more at stake when it comes to the sale and purchase of commercial property. Moreover, commercial real estate often requires a detailed knowledge of zoning laws and other applicable municipal regulations.
It’s important that anyone investing in commercial real estate have legal counsel who is there solely to advocate for their client. Commercial realtors often do excellent work, but their interest is in bringing two parties together to close a deal. A commercial lawyer, on the other hand, is there to advise you if and when it’s time to walk away.
Alternatives to Litigation
Parties often settle a dispute before they end up in court for a trial. Negotiation and mediation are more informal methods of resolving a dispute while arbitration connects the parties to a neutral third-party with specific expertise to help resolve the dispute. Alternatives to litigation often allow the parties to keep their dispute private and expedite the process of resolution, all while ensuring a fair process for all involved. If efforts at negotiation, mediation, and arbitration fail, an attorney can fight diligently for a client in litigation.
Local Counsel Services
Little details can make a big difference in a court of law. Lippitt O’Keefe, PLLC provides detail-oriented legal counsel in the local court systems.
The Power of Teamwork
Lippitt O’Keefe, PLLC thrives because of an atmosphere built on teamwork. Our attorneys have experience that goes back over 40 years, and the firm itself has been located in Birmingham for over a quarter of a century. Our legal team is well-versed in the important details of running a business and can handle all of your business, real estate, commercial litigation, and personal planning needs.