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How To Choose A Lawyer That Will Help You Through The Commercial Litigation Process
By: Alex De Mostafa

As the owner of a business, a technology developer or even a copyright holder, you may be faced with a number of concerns that raise the need for a commercial litigator in order to keep you operating. Commercial litigators can assist you with many types of legal conflicts that are increasingly common today, such as

- acquisitions and divestitures, for companies that need to expand or contract their operations;

- unfair competition, trade secrets, contracts, letters of intent and related agreements;

- issues concerning the Uniform Commercial Code;

- and many more.

When attorneys, mediators, clients and judges refer to commercial litigation, it largely encompasses contracts and business operational disputes. While businesses collectively employ millions of employees worldwide that are active and integral parts of every commercial operation, commercial litigation does not cover them legally. There are specific employment and insurance law firms that address issues related to employees and employment issues. So when seeking a commercial litigation lawyer, keep in mind exactly what aspect of your business is involved when asking the important series of initial questions.

While many commercial litigation attorneys and law firms may have handled cases like yours, others may not have settled or tried any cases like yours at all. It is important to find out exactly what aspects of commercial litigation your prospective attorney has experienced over time in their practice. Often, law firms will specialize in, say, intellectual property (IP) law and a specific division of that, say electronic patents, and that's it. It is highly unlikely that a commercial litigation law firm will cover everything. So, right away, it is crucial that you determine what the attorney and their firm can do for you. Ask right away, "What types of commercial law do you practice?" and exact a precise list of what they do directly from them.

Another thing to think about and investigate when choosing a commercial litigator is if the prospective attorney is currently a member of any organization, group or local bar association that specifically represents commercial litigators. There are often several such groups for each division of law practiced in larger states, such as California or New York, and if not, then typically there exist legal subcommittees for commercial litigation within general bar associations in most states in the U.S.

With a larger case, for, say, a sizeable multinational company based in one state, a defendant may have to go to trial at the highest level in that state's court system, when cases are not settled. These kinds of cases require an attorney who is thoroughly familiar with all levels of that state's commercial courts. It is critical that your commercial litigator understands all of the rules and regulations of these specialized court systems.

From the outset, it is important for a client to get a good sense of what the commercial litigator's stature is in the legal community and, perhaps, get feedback from past clients. There are several sources for qualitative reviews by peer groups, such as the Martindale-Hubbell National Peer Review, which define an attorney's performance level and qualifications. Other resources, such as the Better Business Bureau, also provide information about the overall reputation and ethical status of a specific law firm.

Of course, one of the most important questions that business owners will consider when choosing commercial litigators is what it will ultimately cost them and their companies to pursue a case. Some lawyers and legal teams charge clients, regardless of size and case type, by the hour, while others work on some type of contingency fee. It is critical to understand that it can be difficult to determine, in advance, exactly how many hours might be spent on a commercial litigation case. There are many things to consider, such as private investigation fees, outside research fees, witness fees and many other costs that can raise legal costs dramatically. The commercial litigators that take cases on a contingency basis, meaning that they do not take any money in advance or bill for their hours, will often take up to one-third of the case winnings, if the case is won or settled.

There are a few final considerations. If a potential attorney has been reprimanded in any substantial way by the courts, it may be wise to find different representation. Also, you should ensure that commercial litigators you are considering have malpractice insurance, in case they are negligent in your case and end up compromising your business.

It is essential to ask potential commercial litigators these sorts of important questions so that you and your company are in a position to resolve legal matters, of whatever kind, successfully and to your ultimate advantage.

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The law offices of Bob Schuster, P.C. specialize in commercial litigation, brain injury, intellectual property infringement and carbon monoxide poisoning cases. For more information on intellectual property infringement, commercial litigation and how you can get what you deserve, visit online today.

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