Business LitigationComplex Commercial Disputes
When disputes threaten your business, you need experienced trial lawyers who understand both the legal and commercial stakes. Fried Bonder White represents businesses of all sizes from Fortune 100 corporations to closely held companies in high-stakes business litigation matters.
We focus on efficient, strategic resolution while protecting what matters most: your company, your capital, and your future.
Contractual disputes:
Breach of contract, asset and purchase agreement disputes, and failed commercial transactions.
Ownership and internal conflicts
Partnership and shareholder disputes, derivative actions, and closely held company litigation.
Business torts and misconduct
Breach of fiduciary duty, misappropriation, conversion, tortious interference, and fraud.
High-stakes and complex litigation
Civil RICO claims, franchise litigation, securities disputes, and commercial collections.
Recognizing the SignsDo you face a business dispute that demands decisive action?
Business conflicts rarely resolve themselves. Left unchecked, they can disrupt operations, strain partnerships, and expose companies to significant financial risk. Our attorneys help clients navigate disputes with clarity, leverage, and purpose.
Common situations we handle include:
Understanding the ApproachHow we litigate
Fried Bonder White represents clients in state and federal courts nationwide, as well as in arbitration and mediation proceedings. More accurate representation of ADR process.
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Litigation strategy designed to maximize negotiating power and drive favorable outcomes.
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Minimizing disruption so companies can continue to operate while disputes are addressed.
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Managing risk, damages, and cost efficiency throughout the litigation process.
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Clear resolution of control, equity, and governance issues within businesses.
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Outcomes that address future operations, relationships, and liability beyond the immediate dispute.
The TransformationWhat resolution looks like
Our goal is not just to resolve disputes but to position our clients to move forward stronger.
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Representative Matters Include
Many of the clients who come to us are business owners, employees, or individuals facing complex legal challenges with real consequences. You may recognize your situation here:
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Disputes arising from broken agreements, failed performance, or conflicting interpretations of commercial contracts.
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Litigation involving mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, earn-outs, and post-closing disagreements.
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Conflicts between business owners involving control, governance, valuation, or financial misconduct in closely held companies.
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Claims brought on behalf of a company against directors or officers for breaches of fiduciary duty or misuse of corporate assets.
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Matters involving fraud, misappropriation, conversion, tortious interference, and breaches of fiduciary duty.
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Strategic recovery of unpaid debts, accounts receivable, and enforcement of judgments.
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Disputes between franchisors and franchisees involving agreements, termination, territory rights, and operational compliance.
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Complex claims involving allegations of racketeering, fraud schemes, and coordinated unlawful business conduct.
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Litigation involving investment fraud, disclosure violations, and state or federal securities law claims.
Take The Next StepReady to protect your business interests?
Business litigation requires experience, judgment, and a deep understanding of how businesses operate under pressure. Let’s discuss your situation and determine the most effective path forward.