Business Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles, CA
- Los Angeles Litigation Law Firm
- Experience Small Firm Attention, Large Firm Results
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Los Angeles Business Litigation Lawyer
Businesses don’t plan for litigation, but statistics indicate that many businesses will encounter legal battles at some point during their lifecycles. According to the US Small Business Administration, around 36-53 percent of organizations are embroiled in litigation each year. Even if you ultimately prevail in a business litigation case, the implications for your company can be considerable. The financial costs and emotional tolls add up, but your business may also lose customers because of the resulting publicity. Plus, the impact on your professional reputation and lost productivity are difficult to measure.
Regardless of whether you need to pursue appropriate legal remedies or defend your business in court, retaining experienced counsel is essential. Our team at Litigation, P.C., works to protect your not just your legal rights, but your business interests and needs.
Case Results
$3.4M Recovered
Business Litigation
Assisted in recovery ofthe balance of the purchase price for the sale of a business
$2.7M Verdict
Business Litigation
Assisted in obtaining jury verdict for breach of contract and conversion of business ownership, jury verdict only $25k less than requested
$342k Judgement
Business Litigation
For fraudulent inducement of loans, breach of contract, and defamation in false online posts and reviews
$317k Judgement
Business Litigation
For two brothers and their international business after proving fraud, breach of contract, and defamation by a serial fraudster, despite delays, false accusations, and a last-minute bankruptcy filing
Judgement
Business Litigation
For an elderly landlord and trust, defeating all claims by evicted tenants who tried to misuse COVID as an excuse for nonpayment
$385k Judgement
Business Litigation
For a textile manufacturer in a contract dispute, despite a cross-complaint from the wholesaler
$657k Judgement
Business Litigation
Against a real estate agent who misappropriated client funds, using forensic accounting to prove full fraud and conversion.
$398k Judgement
Business Litigation
By enforcing a promissory note, recovering 100% of damages plus interest
$125k Judgement
Business Litigation
Helped obtain a default judgment against an attorney for unpaid loan balance and battery, after securing terminating sanctions for discovery violations
Disclaimer: Illustrative examples of case types and outcomes. Attorneys cannot guarantee outcomes. Results are case-specific and depend on the true facts of the case. More information here.
Comprehensive Business Litigation
Lawsuits can result from many different disputes and scenarios, and they span across all industries and business sectors. We represent businesses and their owners in connection with various issues.
Breach of Contract
Whether the contract is implied, written, or a verbal agreement, contract disputes occur all the time in business. These disputes can be among business partners or owners, or with vendors, suppliers, landlords, clients or customers, or any other third parties.
At Litigation, P.C., we have successfully represented all types of breach of contract claims, including: sellers of their businesses for nonpayment when the buyers failed to make installment payments; a business for nonpayment for goods carried by a national retailer; partners in disputed investment/business deals; and nonpayment of loans.
Partnership or Ownership Disputes
Many partnerships or co-owned businesses are still created by a handshake. It is slightly better when they are formed with a downloaded template for a partnership agreement or corporate bylaws. Issues arise when the partners or co-owners have a falling out in one way or the other, and because they were not represented by an attorney at the time the business or partnership was formed, they did not understand the legal implications of any written document or instrument.
At Litigation, P.C., we have successfully represented partners in various partnership or ownership disputes, including claims against ex-partners or ex-co-owners who were stealing corporate funds for personal use, not contributing their fair share to the business, or were otherwise trying to sabotage the business.
Commercial Contract Disputes
Disputes with or breaches of commercial contracts occur on a regular basis. Our team has successfully recovered judgments and settlements against others for various issues, including the sale of goods, broken commercial lease agreements, and negotiable instruments or loans.
Fraud, Misrepresentation, Conversion, and Other Intentional Torts
Contract disputes commonly involve other torts, such as conversion, a breach of a fiduciary duty, fraud, or intentional misrepresentation. These intentional torts permit exemplary damages to be sought and awarded with clear and convincing evidence. Because exemplary damages cannot be sought nor awarded for a simple breach of contract claim, most litigants seek to include intentional torts, but that does not mean they are always permitted by the court.
At Litigation, P.C. we have successfully recovered judgments and verdicts based on intentional torts arising from breach of contract matters, including but not limited to: when a co-owner of a business “stole” the other co-owner’s share of the business by selling the entire business to someone else; the theft of money that was supposed to be used for a designated purpose; or the fraudulent inducement of a loan agreement that was subsequently breached by nonpayment.
Los Angeles Business Litigation Lawyer Reviews
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“We have retained Hee and Litigation, P.C. Law Firm for all of our business legal needs for over four years, and we cannot recommend them highly enough.
Hee is not only knowledgeable and experienced but also incredibly thorough and detail-oriented. He meticulously reviewed all aspects of our business legal challenges, identifying potential issues and opportunities that we had not considered.
His strategic approach and ability to think several steps ahead gave us a tremendous sense of confidence and security throughout the entire process, especially the trial.
During the trial, he was fully prepared every single day, explaining his thought process to us about why he was asking or not asking certain questions to all the witnesses, raising timely objections with majority of them being sustained by the Judge…At the end of the day he wanted to make sure that we put all of our ammo on the table and we were able to successfully do that.
Hee also communicates very clearly and has been patient in explaining legal jargon and complex concepts in a way that was easy to understand, ensuring that we were well-informed and comfortable with every decision we made.
If you are looking for a lawyer who will provide exceptional legal counsel and support, we highly recommend Hee and Litigation, P.C. Law Firm.”
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“Working with Hee Kim and Litigation, PC has been an exceptional experience. He consistently keeps me informed on every aspect of my case, providing clear details on costs, pros, and benefits of each option. His dedication to my interests is evident at every step, and he ensures I am fully involved in the process.
Attending court hearings with him is reassuring as he remembers every detail and effectively refutes the other side’s claims. His preparation for depositions is impeccable, always calling out any inconsistencies. His strategic advice on when to take specific actions or make motions has been spot on.
His litigation approach is unmatched, and he is highly aggressive in fighting for his clients. He prioritizes his clients, making each one feel like his only case. I highly recommend Hee and his firm to anyone seeking strong legal representation! “
S. A. (Business, Fraud)
“Hee and his team have been our general counsel for years and have handled insurance, real estate, business and collections matters. They are very easy to work with and have a wide range of expertise that is very helpful. Highly recommend!”
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Los Angeles Business Litigation Law FAQs
Business disputes can be overwhelming, especially when they threaten your company’s future or financial stability. Whether you’re dealing with a breach of contract, partnership disagreement, or another commercial conflict, it’s important to understand your legal options. Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions we receive about business litigation in Los Angeles. Don’t see your specific concern? The team at Litigation, P.C. is here to help — just reach out by phone or message.
What is business litigation?
Business litigation covers legal disputes between businesses or business partners. Our team at Litigation, P.C., represents businesses and individuals with many types of business disputes, but typical cases include breaches of contract, partnership disputes, ownership or shareholder disputes, commercial agreements, failed business sales, and real estate. Many business disputes also include tort claims, such as fraud, conversion, breach of fiduciary duties (between partners or shareholders), and intentional interference with contractual relations or economic relations.
Can you help if a business partner violated our agreement?
Yes, we often handle cases where one partner takes assets, breaches a deal, or mismanages the business. We’ll review your partnership agreement and help you explore your legal remedies.
What if I’ve been accused of fraud in a business deal?
Being accused of fraud is serious. Whether you’re being sued or trying to resolve it before it escalates, we can help you respond and protect your reputation and finances.
What are punitive or exemplary damages?
Civil Code section 3294 defines punitive damages as a monetary award “for the sake of example” and to punish the wrongdoer for intentional oppression, fraud, or malice. These are damages awarded on top of, or even absent, actual damages, and the amount is based upon the financial condition of the wrongdoer because the same amount won’t punish a wealthy wrongdoer as much as an insolvent one. The right to exemplary damages are difficult to prove, because it must be shown by clear and convincing evidence. They are also only available in claims for a breach of an obligation not arising out of contract, which is why many people sue for various torts (like fraud), when there is a breach of contract. The judges know, though, that this is a litigation tactic, and an experienced litigation attorney ensures that actionable torts recognized by the courts exist prior to filing suit.