What types of cases are handled by litigation lawyers?
Litigation attorneys, also known as litigators, represent their clients in civil disputes, legal proceedings, and other court cases. Litigation lawyers are responsible for a diverse range of cases, which require specialist knowledge, strategic reasoning, and effective advocacy. Let’s take a look at some of the cases they handle!
Commercial Litigation
Commercial litigation includes any dispute between individuals and businesses regarding contracts, commercial transactions, business torts etc.
Litigation attorneys specialize in cases that involve breach of contract, intellectual property disputes, partnership disputes, claims of breach of fiduciary duties, and claims of unfair competition.
Employment Litigation
Employment litigation includes disputes between employers, employees, and other parties regarding employment contracts, workplace harassment, discrimination, wrongful terminations, wage and hours violations, and any other employment related matter.
Litigation attorneys represent their clients in administrative agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and state and federal courts and arbitration panels.
Personal Injury Litigation
Personal injury litigation involves individuals who have suffered physical or mental harm as a result of the negligence or wrongdoings of others.
Litigation attorneys handle a variety of personal injury cases. These include automobile accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, and wrongful deaths lawsuits.
Real Estate Litigation
Real estate litigation includes disputes that arise from real property transactions. It also covers disputes over ownership rights, landlord-tenant disputes, zoning disputes, boundary disputes, and disputes caused by property development.
Litigation attorneys represent clients on matters including breaches of real estate agreements, quiet title actions and eminent-domain proceedings.
Family Law Litigation
Family law litigation is often centered around legal disputes involving family relationships, such as divorce, child care, support payments, (including child support, spousal maintenance, and child support), paternity tests & adoptions, as well domestic violence.
Litigation lawyers represent clients’ best interests in family court proceedings, negotiations, and mediation sessions – helping them navigate the complexities of family law to achieve favorable results.
Civil Rights Litigation
Civil rights litigation deals with violations of constitutional rights such as freedom of speech, religious liberty, equality before the law and protection against discrimination.
Lawyers who specialize in civil cases, such as employment discrimination and housing discrimination. They also handle voting rights violations.
PROBATE and ESTATE LITIGATING
Probate and Estate Litigation refers to disputes involving wills, trusts and guardianships. It also includes the distribution of assets after death.
Litigation attorneys represent their clients in contentious probate cases, trust disputes, fraud claims, will contests and other disputes.
Conclusion: Litigation attorneys play an important role in representing civil litigants in a variety of practice areas. Litigation lawyers are able to effectively represent their clients in a wide range of legal issues, including commercial and employment law, personal injury claims and real estate disputes. They also have the skills and expertise to advocate for them on a variety of other matters, such as family law and civil rights cases. Litigation lawyers are dedicated to ensuring that their clients receive favorable results for their cases, whether through mediation, negotiation or court proceedings.
This article was written by a Bonardi & Uzdavinis professional. Bonardi & Uzdavinis offers a full range of legal services to its clients. Real estate, personal injury and construction litigation are our primary practice areas. Contact us for a free case evaluation if you need a personal injury or real estate attorney in Tampa Bay.
