Finish the matter, sensibly
Most clients in a dispute want it over, on terms they can live with, for a cost that makes sense. Our disputes and arbitration practice starts from that goal. We represent owner-run companies and individuals in contract disputes, partnership breakups, collection matters and commercial claims, in negotiation, mediation, arbitration and court.
At the first meeting we read the key documents, listen to the story and give an honest view of the strengths and weaknesses on both sides. Then we build a plan with a budget for each stage: a demand letter, early negotiation, mediation, and litigation or arbitration only if the earlier steps fail. You decide how far to go with the cost in view.
Many matters settle with a well-prepared letter or a single mediation session. When they do not, we are ready to try the case. Our attorneys have handled hearings in the Circuit Court of Cook County, the collar county courts and private arbitration, and we prepare every file as though it will be heard.
Because our transactional attorneys sit down the hall, we can often tell you quickly what a contract clause was meant to do and how courts have read similar language. That shortens the early work and sharpens the arguments later.
Dispute work is billed hourly with a stage-by-stage estimate. Where it suits the matter, we discuss fixed fees for defined stages.
A good outcome is one you would choose again with hindsight.
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