Denver Commercial Litigation Law Lawyers
Attorneys Protecting the Commercial Interests of Businesses in Denver Colorado
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Colorado Commercial litigation is in general any type of legal controversy related to business issues. Cases that fall under the heading of Commercial Litigation in Denver, Colorado include:
- Breaches of contract
- Construction disputes
- Real estate and commercial leases
- Colorado Business torts
- Employment disputes
- Business dissolution
- Interference with business relationships
- Disputes over non-compete clauses
- Civil RICO
- Breach of fiduciary duty
- Franchise issues
- Shareholder issues
- Partnership disputes
Commercial litigation covers all business conflicts. This is more specific than Business Law which includes the drafting of contracts and agreements (the stuff that might someday lead to a dispute).
More than 90% of Colorado commercial lawsuits are resolved short of trial. However, you must still be prepared to bring the dispute before a judge or jury. As problems arise during business operations, quickly putting an end to the problem is very important. Commercial businesses in Colorado face numerous problems and want a Denver trial lawyer that can handle a myriad of possible concerns and complex commercial litigation and defense matters.
More importantly, businesses need commercial lawyers and litigators that can provide them with concise legal advice and clear direction. This is where our Denver commercial lawyers can help you with legal advice and representation to address your specific problem.
The Denver commercial litigation attorneys at the law firm of Watson & Associates, LLC help you to isolate problems associated with commercial and UCC contracts, civil litigation related to breach of contract disputes among others. You can resolve matters concisely, and in an expeditious and cost-effective manner.
Positioning your strength early in the litigation stages is critical. When it comes to business litigation cases, the stakes are high. Understanding the litigation process first starts with the available evidence to prove your case of defense. This should become the early analysis that drives a decision to litigate. As your Denver trial lawyer, we focus conducting a meticulous review of the facts to discover critical evidence and winning theories of recovery that have gained powerful results in many cases. For high-profile cases, or cases involving substantial damages, we enlist the services of certified fraud examiners, business valuators, forensic accounts and other leading experts to uncover fraud, discover missing assets and gather evidence vital to the resolution of claims.
Common Areas of Commercial Litigation Practice
Business Disputes: You will get high-level assistance and legal advice from legal professionals in a wide range of business and commercial law matters. Some of the business torts and disputes we handle include breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, interference with prospective clients, breach of warranty, complex commercial litigation, trademark and copyright infringement, vendor/vendee disputes, partnership disputes, merger and acquisition disputes, joint venture disputes, capital disputes, investment disputes and real estate disputes.
Breach of Contract: As a business, you engage in business contracts, commercial contracts and other agreements on a daily basis. Understanding and protecting your rights are key concerns. Our Denver, Colorado commercial lawyers have extensive experience litigating contract disputes, including claims involving purchase and sales agreements, construction contracts, partnership agreements, trade agreements, vendor agreements, real estate contracts, business sales agreements, business merger agreements, supply contracts, investment and capital agreements, parts contracts, warranty agreements and joint venture agreements. Your goal is to resolve matters before litigation. However, if necessary, we will vigorously represent or defend your rights in court.
Business Litigation for Fraud: Whether you are a plaintiff or defendant in a business fraud case, the outcome can impair your reputation or subject you to a significant loss. Fraud cases can include consumers, business professionals and business owners. Understanding your rights and options is an important part of deciding the next step.
Real Estate Litigation: Commercial litigation can also include disputes about real estate. This can include rights, ownership or violation or any of the two. We assist you with various real estate transactional matters and also litigate disputed matters. We help purchasers, sellers, investors, developers and contractors in a wide range of residential real estate litigation, business torts and commercial real estate litigation.
Consumer Fraud Defense: A common experience in most commercial business operations is an allegation of consumer fraud. Colorado laws and those nationally protect consumer against certain commercial practices. If you need a commercial defense lawyer to protect your interests and for more detailed legal advice, call us to schedule a free initial consultation at 1-866-601-5518.
Frequently Asked Questions by Commercial Businesses in Colorado
Q: How long will the lawsuit take?
A: It varies. The length of time a lawsuit takes depends on a number of factors, such as the complexity of the case, the number of parties involved, the willingness of the parties to resolve the case and the court’s schedule. A relatively simple suit, not involving any complex legal or factual issues, could be over in a few months, while a complicated, multi-party suit could take years to resolve.
Q: Who will hear the case?
A: Most Colorado commercial lawsuits will be heard by a jury. If the parties agree, a jury may be waived, and the case heard by the judge. The decision of whether to have the case heard by a jury or a judge is a tactical one, and depends on the facts and circumstances of each case.
Q: Is there pressure to settle cases out of court?
A: Denver Colorado Courts encourage settlement, but cannot require parties to reach an agreement. It is usually in each party’s best interest to settle a commercial law dispute without going through a trial, however. Trials can be costly, and consume time and resources that could better be spent on other things. Even so, many parties find that they simply are unable to reach an agreement. If an agreement cannot be reached, the parties have the right to proceed to trial.
Q: Can my case be heard in federal court?
A: Some litigants prefer to have their cases heard in federal court if possible. This is especially true if there is a concern about “home-town bias” if a case is brought in state court. Federal courts have the authority, or jurisdiction, to hear certain categories of cases. If your case involves a federal law or a federal program, or if the United States government is a party to the action, it may be heard in federal court. Federal courts also may hear cases between citizens of two or more states if the amount involved in the suit is more than $75,000.
Q: Who pays the expenses of commercial litigation?
A: A judge may order the losing party to pay the costs of the lawsuit. These costs may include court filing fees, witness expenses and the costs of preparing exhibits. As a general rule, each party is responsible for paying his or her own attorney’s fees, with the following exceptions:
- Parties may have agreed in a contract to pay the other party’s attorney fees in the event of litigation
- The lawsuit may involve a statute that provides for payment of attorney fees
- Courts may award attorney fees to one party, if it is found that the other party engaged in bad faith or frivolous litigation, or pursued legal theories that have no merit.
Contact us
If you have questions regarding business and Colorado commercial law, as a plaintiff or defendant, contact our law firm to schedule a free initial consultation. Call us at (866) 601-5518 or locally at (720) 941-7200.
At the law office of Watson & Associates, LLC, our commercial litigation attorneys are admitted to practice in Colorado. We provide legal advice to clients throughout Colorado, focusing on greater Denver, the Front Range and Foothills, including Golden, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Lakewood, Evergreen, Conifer, Commerce City, Aurora, Arvada, Broomfield, Westminster, Castle Rock, Centennial, Fort Collins, Greeley and Colorado Springs, as well as Denver County, Jefferson County, Boulder County, Adams County, Arapahoe County, Douglas County, Weld County, Larimer County, El Paso County and Broomfield County.
