The experienced commercial and business litigation and trial attorneys at Allen Barron are skilled negotiators. Most business contract disputes are resolved through effective negotiation. We work to engage the other party, develop a clear understanding of the dispute and provide options to resolve the dispute informed by our decades of experience in these matters.

When all aspects of a contract dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation, mediation is often a timely and cost-efficient alternative. We represent our clients in mediation to ensure their goals are accomplished and to provide influence and strength to your side of the equation. Mediation is a confidential environment and the recommendations of the mediator are not binding upon the parties.

Many business contracts establish arbitration as the venue for business contract disputes to be resolved. You should always be represented by experienced trial attorneys in arbitration, even though the process itself is not as formal as court proceedings. While many of the motions and discovery is removed, most arbitrators ask for a brief from the attorneys representing each party. The arbitrator will hear testimony, review evidence and ultimately issue a “finding” which is binding upon the parties. This can only be appealed in the rare event of fraud or collusion involving the arbitrator.

The case may ultimately wind up in a San Diego court, especially if it involves a substantial amount of money. Our commercial and business litigation attorneys are skilled trial lawyers with a proven track record of success. We prepare our cases from the outset as if they are going to trial and we aggressively represent our clients to achieve the best outcome in their case.