Orange County Business Litigation Attorneys

When a business dispute arises, the best protection is a skilled litigation attorney. At Buffington Law Firm, PC, we provide trusted counsel and advocacy to business clients throughout Southern California. We are 100 percent focused on litigation and have helped to meet the business needs of our clients since 1998.

Our Orange County commercial litigation lawyers excel at conflict resolution. We represent clients in state and federal courts, as well as in mediation, arbitration and negotiation settings. Clients rely on our well-rounded knowledge in business, finance and accounting when encountering any business-related problem.

We are the people you go to when your business deals fall through and there is a fight.

Full-Service Business Litigation Law Firm

Our business litigation practice focuses mainly on breach of contract and commercial contract disputes, including:

• Breach of contract disputes: If a person does not or cannot perform their contractual obligations according to the contract terms, they are in breach. Whether due to inability or unwillingness to complete their obligations, our lawyers take strong action to resolve issues quickly and cost-effectively.
• Business fraud: False statements or other dishonest actions in a business setting can cause considerable damage. We utilize our finance and business backgrounds to guide us in litigating cases from all perspectives.
• Shareholder disputes: Shareholder disputes are disruptive, costly existential crises for a business, but we work to resolve them quickly, cheaply by drawing on our vast litigation experience.
• Partnership disputes: A partnership dispute can arise in many ways, but if you wish to resolve yours favorably, contact one of our experienced partnership dispute lawyers.
• Employment disputes: We handle harassment, discrimination, wage and hour claims, and wrongful termination disputes.
• Sale of business disputes: Issues that complicate a business purchase or sale. If your business transaction has gone poorly, we can take action to right the ship or take the case to court.
• Corporate governance disputes: We work hard to solve problems between shareholders and defend or pursue instances of breach of contract.
• Unfair competition: These claims describe certain actions including misappropriating trade secrets, deceitful marketing and violating noncompetition agreements. We aggressively protect his or her interests, no matter what side they are on.
• Securities litigation: We represent our clients in all securities litigation, both in federal court and in FINRA mediation and arbitration.
• Business torts: A business tort is any “harm” to a business, and we are able to take on these cases as defense or plaintiff attorneys for you..
• Business litigation appeals: We can help you mount an appeal of any finding that goes against you in court.

Our wide-ranging business litigation services are backed up by our attorneys experience and our team-first mentality.

Frequently Asked Questions About Business Litigation

What is the difference between resolving a dispute through mediation versus traditional court litigation?

Litigation requires the review of a judge, while mediation occurs outside of the judicial system. Mediation is a collaborative process where parties work with a neutral third-party mediator.

Mediation offers confidentiality. The parties have control over the outcome in mediation, whereas they must defer to a judge’s ruling during litigation.

At what point in a business dispute should I involve a litigation attorney?

A litigation attorney is helpful from the earliest stages of a business dispute. They can help validate that a business tort or breach of contract occurred.

They can also provide guidance while preparing for alternative dispute resolution before going to court. A large percentage of business lawsuits actually end up settling, in part due to the support of lawyers familiar with the litigation process.

How does a background in finance and accounting impact the outcome of a business fraud or breach of contract case?

Allegations of business fraud or a contract breach often require a thorough evaluation of financial documents and business records. An attorney familiar with finance and accounting can assist with the review process to determine if misconduct, contract breaches or other issues have actually occurred. They can also help quantify the impact of fraud or contract violations for the purposes of seeking damages.

What are the common legal remedies available in a shareholder or partnership dispute?

There are numerous ways to resolve a shareholder or partnership dispute. In a partnership dispute scenario, one partner could invoke a buy-sell agreement, effectively forcing a buyout. In a shareholder dispute scenario, the courts can mandate share buybacks.

In both types of disputes, the courts can issue injunctions to prevent unfavorable transactions or even dissolve the company. The terms enshrined in contracts and critical business documents may influence what solutions are an option.

If I have already received an unfavorable court ruling, what are my options for a business litigation appeal?

Generally speaking, business litigation appeals require credible allegations of legal errors. Issues with jury instructions or misinterpretations of the law may provide the basis for an appeal. A higher court then reviews the case to determine if a miscarriage of justice occurred or if the lower courts need to review the prior ruling. Filing a post-trial motion or requesting a stay of judgment could also be options.

Business Litigation Attorneys Serving Irvine, Newport Beach And All Of Orange County

If you are engaged in a business dispute in California, our law firm is here to protect your rights and interests. Contact us at 714-450-6568 or toll free at 800-835-2447 to speak with one of our experienced Orange County commercial litigation lawyers today.