Litigation. Measured Results. Strategic

Timelines vary significantly. Simple matters might resolve in 6-12 months. Complex commercial litigation often takes 2-3 years through trial. Appeals add more time. Court backlogs, discovery disputes, and party behavior all affect timing. Realistic timeline estimates come from case-specific assessment.

Costs depend on case complexity, opposing counsel's approach, and how far the case proceeds. Simple disputes might cost $25-50K through resolution. Complex commercial cases can exceed $250K+ through trial. Fee arrangements, budget management, and cost-benefit analysis are discussed upfront—no one should be surprised.

Most business cases settle—often 90%+ nationwide. Settlement isn't failure; it's often the rational business decision. Trial makes sense when: liability is disputed, damages justify the cost, or precedent matters. The goal is the best outcome, not the most dramatic.

Contingency arrangements (attorney paid from recovery) are available for certain collection and commercial cases with clear liability and collectable defendants. Not all cases qualify. Alternative fee arrangements—flat fees, hybrid structures, success bonuses—can align incentives for appropriate matters.

Often, yes. Pre-litigation demand letters resolve many disputes. Mediation works when both parties want resolution. Arbitration clauses in contracts provide alternatives. The best outcome is frequently one that never sees a courthouse—faster, cheaper, and less destructive to business relationships.