Commercial Litigation & Breach of Contract

Breach of Contract & Business Disputes

Contracts form the backbone of commercial relationships. When a party materially breaches an agreement, the legal consequences may include damages, specific performance, injunctive relief, or recovery of attorney’s fees where permitted by contract or statute.

Under Florida and Washington, D.C. law, a breach of contract claim generally requires proof of a valid agreement, material breach, causation, and damages. Defense strategies may involve challenges to contract formation, waiver, mitigation, limitation-of-liability provisions, or statute of limitations issues.

We handle disputes arising from unpaid obligations, failure to deliver goods or services, promissory note defaults, restrictive covenant violations, asset purchase disagreements, commercial lease defaults, and related claims of misrepresentation or inducement. Many disputes involve both contractual and fiduciary components that require careful strategic framing.

Litigation & Pre-Suit Negotiations

Commercial litigation is often shaped before a complaint is filed. Early evaluation of contractual notice provisions, fee-shifting clauses, governing law, venue selection, arbitration requirements, and insurance coverage can materially affect leverage.

We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in business disputes. When enforcing contractual rights, we analyze recoverable damages, prejudgment interest, and equitable remedies to maximize recovery. When defending against claims, we evaluate procedural defenses, standing, contractual ambiguity, and early motion practice options to narrow or eliminate exposure.

Litigation strategy is structured around business objectives—balancing risk tolerance, cost management, and long-term operational considerations.

Injunctive Relief & Emergency Court Action

Certain disputes require immediate judicial intervention to prevent irreparable harm. We seek and defend against temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions involving non-compete enforcement, misappropriation of confidential information, exclusivity violations, and other urgent commercial matters.

Courts evaluate likelihood of success on the merits, irreparable harm, balance of equities, and public interest considerations when determining whether injunctive relief is appropriate. Rapid, precise advocacy is critical in these proceedings.

Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution

Many commercial agreements contain arbitration provisions requiring disputes to be resolved outside of court. Arbitration may offer efficiency, but it also alters procedural rights and appellate review.

We represent clients in contractual arbitration proceedings, AAA arbitrations, mediation, and structured settlement negotiations. Where necessary, we pursue confirmation or challenge of arbitration awards in court. Strategic evaluation of dispute resolution mechanisms ensures alignment with business priorities.

Judgment Enforcement & Asset Recovery

Obtaining a favorable judgment is only part of the recovery process. Post-judgment remedies may include writs of garnishment, charging orders, judgment liens, post-judgment discovery, and asset tracing under applicable state procedures.

We assist clients in converting judgments into enforceable recovery while navigating statutory enforcement frameworks in Florida and Washington, D.C., ensuring that court victories translate into practical financial results.

Having a Contract Dispute?

Business litigation requires strategic positioning from the outset. Whether you are evaluating enforcement options, responding to a demand, or defending against a filed lawsuit, early legal guidance can significantly affect leverage and outcome.

Provide a brief overview of your dispute—including the type of agreement involved and the current stage (pre-suit, filed, arbitration, etc.)—and we will follow up promptly to discuss next steps.