When a business dispute can't be settled at the table.
Representation in business disputes: breach of contract, partnership disagreements, fraud claims and other conflicts that put your company at risk.
Commercial Litigation with Curtis LeBlanc
Business disputes put revenue, relationships and sometimes the company itself at risk. Some can be resolved with a well-timed letter or a mediated settlement; others need to be pursued or defended in court.
Curtis represents businesses and owners in Florida courts, evaluating the claims early and honestly so you can make good decisions about cost, risk and strategy.
How Curtis can help.
Every matter is different. These are the situations clients most often bring to him.
Breach of contract
Claims over unpaid invoices, failed deliveries, non-performance and broken agreements.
Partnership & shareholder disputes
Deadlock, buyouts, accounting demands and breakups between owners.
Fraud & misrepresentation
Claims that a deal was induced by false statements.
Collections
Recovering money owed to your business, including judgment collection.
Real estate & lease disputes
Commercial lease defaults, construction and property disputes.
Pre-suit strategy
Demand letters, negotiation and mediation before or instead of a lawsuit.
What to expect.
Clear steps, explained up front.
Evaluate
Curtis reviews the documents and facts and gives you a candid view of strengths, risks and costs.
Resolve or file
Demand and negotiation first where it makes sense; suit filed or defended where it does not.
Mediation & trial
Most Florida civil cases go to mediation; if it does not resolve, the case is prepared for trial.
Commercial Litigation questions, answered.
How long do I have to sue for breach of contract in Florida?
Generally five years for a written contract and four years for an oral one, measured from when the claim arose. Other claims have different deadlines, so it is important to act promptly.
Will my case go to trial?
Most business cases settle, frequently at mediation, which Florida courts commonly require before trial. Preparing as if the case will be tried is often what produces a good settlement.
Can I recover attorney's fees?
In Florida each side usually pays its own fees unless a contract or statute provides otherwise. Many business contracts include a prevailing-party fee clause, so check yours.
I was just sued. What should I do?
Do not ignore it. A defendant generally has 20 days after service to respond to a Florida complaint, or a default can be entered. Contact an attorney right away.
These answers are general information about Florida law, not legal advice for your situation. Laws change; call to discuss your specific facts.
Talk to Curtis about commercial litigation.
Start with a free 20-minute consultation.