Complex Commercial Litigation Lawyers In Salt Lake City
The attorneys of James Dodge Russell & Stephens have taken on numerous complex commercial litigation matters over three decades. We have earned the respect of past and present clients as well as opposing counsel through a strong record of results for clients, regionally as well as nationally and internationally.
We Excel In High-Stakes Cases
Our firm regularly represents plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes legal matters. Lawyers at James Dodge Russell & Stephens have served as lead counsel in cases involving multiple parties, and claims valued above $1 billion. As needed, our attorneys also have served as local counsel in significant disputes for industry-leading companies with commercial interests in Utah.
The firm has assisted in resolving various complex legal issues, including administrative and regulatory matters, antitrust litigation, contract disputes, copyright litigation, eminent domain, non-compete litigation, non-solicitation litigation, franchise disputes, environmental litigation, FELA litigation, copyright infringement litigation, patent litigation and other intellectual property litigation, land use litigation, personal injury and product liability litigation and business torts.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are facing commercial litigation, it is very natural to have questions about how the process works and what to expect. Our firm is here to help every step of the way, so here are a few questions that we see frequently:
How long does complex commercial litigation usually take?
Every case is unique, and it really depends on the specific factors of your individual situation. In some cases, it may only take a few months. In others, you may not get a resolution for a few years.
For example, you may be in a dispute with another business owner who violated a contract by missing a deadline. It may only take a couple of months to review the paperwork and service records, determine that they did miss the deadline and put a dollar amount on the financial harm your company suffered.
On the other hand, you could be involved in complex litigation over how your intellectual property is being used in overseas business ventures. It could take years to sort out the applicable rules and regulations, especially if the other party contests that they have done nothing wrong and a court ruling is necessary.
How does your firm protect client confidentiality and proprietary information?
We are fully committed to keeping client information confidential—it is one of our primary obligations as litigation attorneys. We do not share your information with anyone else, and any records or details that we keep are stored securely and properly protected using encryption software, password-protected accounts and more.
A big focus of our firm is trust. We strive to build client-attorney relationships centered on trust, and you can count on our team to always put your best interests first, including protecting any proprietary information or confidential details from the case.
How do you handle multistate or international commercial disputes?
We can certainly work with you to handle multistate litigation or even international commercial disputes. These cases can be very complex. Different states may have significantly different laws regarding key issues, such as the statute of limitations or how a contract must be written and filed.
Not only does our team work closely with you, but we also investigate and understand the laws in other jurisdictions. We are prepared to take on cases that cross state lines or even national borders.
Ready To Review Critical Cases
Clients turn to James Dodge Russell & Stephens with full confidence that we will champion their causes well in appropriate legal forums, including settlement conferences, arbitration, mediation, and at trial. Clients have good reason to trust us with their most sensitive disputes, knowing that we will be excellent stewards of their proprietary information and resources. Cost-effectiveness is a guiding principle in all that we do. It is one of the principal reasons we continue to practice law as a boutique firm rather than merging with a larger firm. Clear communications and individualized representation are critical in complex commercial litigation, and we conduct our law practice accordingly.
Schedule a consultation to discuss any commercial litigation matter. Call 801-363-6363 or send an email.