Austin Commercial Litigation Attorneys
Wright & Greenhill PC in Austin has a long history of representing clients in all types of business-related disputes and litigation. Our firm’s commercial litigation team strives to resolve client issues efficiently and cost-effectively both in and out of the courtroom, through dispute resolution options and litigation.
What Are The Steps In Business Litigation?
Business litigation can be a complex and multistep process that requires a strategic approach to help ensure the best possible outcome for your case. From initial negotiations to the enforcement of judgments, each stage plays a deciding role in resolving disputes effectively. The key steps involved in business litigation are:
- Prelitigation negotiations: Before filing lawsuits, parties engage in talks or ADR methods to resolve disputes outside court. This can help reduce costs, preserve business relationships and minimize operational disruptions while seeking mutually beneficial solutions.
- Filing a complaint and initial pleadings: If negotiations fail, the plaintiff files a formal complaint outlining the claim’s legal basis and seeks relief, followed by the defendant’s response admitting or denying allegations and possibly presenting counterclaims that frame key litigation issues.
- Discovery phase: Parties exchange relevant information and evidence through document requests, depositions and interrogatories, where each side assesses case strengths, weaknesses and witnesses’ credibility while building robust arguments.
- Motion practice: Parties can file motions addressing procedural or substantive issues, including motions to dismiss or summary judgment, aimed at resolving key legal matters efficiently and potentially concluding the case before trial.
- Alternative dispute resolution (ADR): Courts often require ADR attempts before trial, where experienced negotiators facilitate discussions between parties to find common ground.
- Trial: If ADR fails, the case proceeds to trial, where evidence and arguments are presented before the judge through opening statements, witness testimonies, cross-examinations and closing arguments, culminating in a final verdict.
- Post-trial motions and collections: Following the verdict, parties may file post-trial motions for new trials or attorney fees. If one party prevails, enforcement mechanisms like wage garnishment or asset seizures may be used to collect judgments.
The complex interplay between various business laws, civil procedures and court precedents requires deep legal knowledge to effectively protect your interests and maximize your chances of a favorable outcome. Our experienced litigation attorneys understand that each phase presents both challenges and opportunities for resolution. As such, we can guide you through each stage of litigation while maintaining focus on your business objectives and seeking cost-effective solutions.
Your Texas Attorneys For All Areas Of Commercial Law
We have represented clients in all areas of corporate litigation, including:
- Appeals and appellate review
- Business disputes, such as breach of contract, business torts and employment disputes
- Construction defects, disputes and mechanic’s liens
- Fiduciary duties and misdeeds
- Insurance law disputes and subrogation issues
- Probate and estate lawsuits
- Product liability defense
- Many other types of civil litigation matters
When you or your business needs an experienced guiding hand through a lawsuit, contact us online or call 512-961-4389 or 800-787-9579 toll free.
We provide legal assistance in Spanish and French.