Business and Commercial Litigation

Our litigation attorneys work with a broad range of businesses from closely-held local firms to large corporations. We provide assistance with everything from routine matters to the prosecution and defense of complex commercial actions. Our attorneys represent several of our clients in litigation on a nationwide basis.

Our first commitment is to provide comprehensive counseling to our business clients to help them avoid litigation whenever possible. We also assist clients in determining whether mediation, arbitration or other alternative dispute resolution procedures might provide a viable option.

Services Provided

Business Contracts and Agreements

We represent clients regarding business contracts such as non-disclosure agreements, licenses, leases, intellectual property licenses, independent contractor agreements, distribution agreements, supply agreements, purchase contracts and credit agreements.

Business Torts

Our attorneys represent business owners regarding wrongful acts committed against their business which may have caused financial loss.

Intellectual Property and Patent Litigation

We assist clients in all aspects of patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets, including licensing, litigation and U.S. and foreign prosecution.

Franchise Disputes

Our attorneys represent franchisees regarding disputes associated with the development of a franchise, including franchise agreements and franchise registrations.

Employment Litigation

We represent employers and individuals before state and federal agencies, state and federal courts and in arbitration. The firm's experience extends from defending class and collective claims to the prosecution and defense of individual actions to helping discern the enforceability of competitive restrictions.

Securities Litigation

Our attorneys have experience in representing financial institutions, broker dealers, registered representatives and investors in litigation before arbitration panels and the courts.

Antitrust and Trade Agreements

We represent clients in disputes concerning alleged anti-competitive conduct and represent clients in challenging the competitive practices of other companies.

If you have questions regarding business or commercial litigation, please email or call us in Cedar Rapids at (319) 366-7641 or in Coralville at (319) 354-1019.

Business and Commercial Litigation