General Litigation

At Lewis Gianola, our Civil Litigation practice encompasses a broad range of civil matters, providing comprehensive legal representation to individuals, businesses, and institutional clients. Our attorneys handle disputes across a variety of industries and subject areas, delivering strategic counsel and effective advocacy at every stage of litigation.

We represent clients in state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution forums. Our goal is to resolve disputes efficiently and favorably, whether through negotiated settlement or trial.

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Representative Litigation Areas

Our civil litigation services include, but are not limited to:

  • Contract Disputes
    Enforcement and defense of rights under commercial agreements, service contracts, partnership agreements, purchase and sale agreements, and nondisclosure/confidentiality provisions.
  • Business and Commercial Litigation
    Matters involving breach of fiduciary duty, shareholder and partnership disputes, business torts (e.g., fraud, misrepresentation, tortious interference), and unfair competition claims.
  • Real Estate and Construction Litigation
    Disputes involving property ownership, boundary and easement issues, commercial lease enforcement, construction defects, contractor/subcontractor claims, and mechanics’ liens.
  • Employment Litigation
    Representation of employers in matters involving wrongful termination, workplace discrimination and harassment, wage and hour violations, retaliation claims, and restrictive covenant enforcement (non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality agreements).
  • Tort and Personal Injury Claims
    Civil liability matters involving negligence, premises liability, product liability, defamation, and intentional torts.
  • Professional Liability
    Defense of professionals in malpractice and negligence actions, including attorneys, accountants, architects, engineers, and other licensed professionals.
  • Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith
    Representation in coverage disputes involving general liability, professional liability, property and casualty, and business interruption insurance, as well as bad faith claims.
  • Consumer Protection and Regulatory Disputes
    Defense and prosecution of claims under state and federal consumer protection laws, deceptive trade practices statutes, and administrative regulations.

A Focus on Strategic Resolution

Our litigation team combines substantive legal knowledge with tactical insight to manage risk and control costs. We take a proactive, disciplined approach to case development and work closely with clients to align litigation strategy with business objectives. While we are always prepared to litigate aggressively, we also explore opportunities for early resolution when it serves the client’s interests.

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