Civil Litigation

Your attorney is your attorney

Whether you are the defendant or the plaintiff in a lawsuit, you need representation that understands both sides of the court room. The attorneys at SHB are experienced litigators who have worked on a wide variety of civil litigation cases.  Your attorney is your attorney; he or she will work on your case be by your side in the courtroom.

Unlike larger firms, we take a one-on-one approach with each and every case. Each case is unique, and you deserve an attorney who is willing to learn the details of your case in order to represent you better in the courtroom. A lot is at stake in a legal proceeding, and you need someone who is on your side, not simply handling a case. If you are preparing for or currently in a legal battle, give SHB a call and talk with your attorney.

Understanding What Civil Litigation Is
Civil litigation is the umbrella term used to describe all lawsuits that do not involve a criminal charge.  Litigation is simply any lawsuit that seeks to recover a right, obtain damages, obtain injunction, prevent injury, or obtain a declaratory judgment to prevent future legal disputes.  The huge variety of court cases that full under the civil litigation category all have their subtleties.  Bringing on professional help from our experienced legal team is critical to litigating or negotiating the best possible terms for you and your case.

The term litigation refers to any lawsuit that is brought before a court in order to recover a right, obtain damages, obtain injunction, prevent injury or obtain a declaratory judgment to prevent future legal disputes. Civil litigation is any lawsuit that is does not involve a criminal charge. Therefore, there is a multitude of civil litigation charges brought to court on a daily basis and they all rank under the umbrella term civil litigation.

Usually, civil litigation cases seek dispute resolution of private law issues regarding business entities, individuals or non-profit organizations.

Understanding the Process
Civil litigation cases are subject to regulation by separate statutory laws, case laws and constitutional provisions.  In addition to these regulations, civil litigation cases are also subject to jurisdictional rules, that is, where the dispute originates.  The jurisdictional differences can impact the litigation procedures and time implications.  These factors can have a serious impact on your case and can even result in termination of the lawsuit.  With so many detail oriented factors involved, bringing in the expertise and one on one attention of the SHB legal team is a good way to maximize your potential for a successful civil litigation case.  Give us a call or send us an email and make sure you’re in good hands.

While most civil litigation lawsuits are settled outside of court or don’t make it to trial, complications can arise.  When other states are involved and multiple laws are in play, the litigation process gets more complicated.  Also, if there are many parties involved, cross-claims and counter claims, the process is even more complex.  SHB’s legal team is prepared to help you navigate these complex processes and give you every advantage as you move forward through the pleadings, pre-trial, trial and judgment, and appeal processes.  Every case is extremely time sensitive and deadlines are strictly enforced.  Pick up the phone and give us a call today and maximize your chances at a favorable outcome.