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Las Vegas Business Litigation Attorney

Strategic Legal Solutions for Nevada Businesses

Running a business comes with complex challenges, sometimes leading to legal disputes. When that happens, you need a business litigation team that doesn’t just know the law but knows how to use it strategically. Our business litigation attorneys in Las Vegas help companies navigate high-stakes disputes with efficiency, clarity, and results.

Whether you’re facing a breach of contract, a shareholder disagreement, or an intellectual property battle, Hone Law provides custom litigation strategies focused on your unique business goals.

The Business Litigation Process in Nevada

Demystifying a Complex Legal Journey

No two business disputes are the same. At Hone Law, we tailor our litigation approach based on the facts of your case, your goals, and the potential risks involved. Here’s what the typical business litigation process may include:

  • Pleadings: Filing a formal lawsuit to outline your claims and request legal relief.
  • Motions: Requesting the court to make key rulings (e.g., dismissals, summary judgments, or discovery orders).
  • Discovery: Exchanging critical information, evidence, and witness testimony between parties.
  • Administrative Hearings: Proceedings before government agencies or administrative law judges, often without juries.
  • Arbitration: Binding or non-binding private dispute resolution led by an arbitrator.
  • Mediation: A non-binding process that allows both parties to control the outcome and work toward mutual resolution.
  • Trial: A formal proceeding in court where a judge or jury hears evidence and issues a decision.
  • Appeals: Challenging a legal ruling by asking a higher court to review for errors.

Business Litigation Services We Offer in Nevada

Resolving Complex Business Disputes Across Industries

We are better than anyone at learning the issues that surround your business…

At Hone Law, we don’t believe in cookie-cutter legal strategies. Our strength lies in understanding the intricacies of your business and crafting litigation approaches that align with your market, operations, and long-term goals. We routinely handle disputes in industries such as:

Common Disputes We Handle: 

Contract Disputes

Every successful business runs on contracts—service agreements, sales contracts, employment terms, franchise deals, and more. But when those agreements break down, Hone Law steps in to protect your interests and enforce your rights. We handle:

  • Partnership Disputes
  • Sale of Goods Agreements
  • Service Contracts
  • Noncompete Agreements
  • General Material Breaches
  • Franchising Agreements
  • Intellectual Property
  • Employee Agreements
  • Breach of Contract
  • Business Torts or Business Negligence

Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience to the table, resolving contract disputes through negotiation, litigation, arbitration, or trial.

Shareholder & Corporate Disputes

Shareholder conflicts can threaten the stability of your business. Our attorneys help resolve:

  • Corporate governance disputes
  • Investor disagreements
  • Claims of breach of fiduciary duty
  • Oppression of minority shareholders

We focus on fast, effective solutions to preserve company value and minimize operational disruption—whether through litigation, mediation, or negotiated buyouts.

Intellectual Property Litigation

Your brand, your product, and your ideas are valuable assets. Hone Law helps you defend them. We represent clients in:

  • Trademark and copyright disputes
  • Trade secret misappropriation
  • False advertising and unfair competition claims
  • Breaches of IP licensing agreements

We act quickly to stop infringement, seek damages, and restore your competitive advantage.

Real Estate & Construction Disputes

Commercial property disputes often involve large investments and time-sensitive matters. We handle:

  • Lease disagreements
  • Purchase contract disputes
  • Construction defect claims
  • Zoning, land use, and eminent domain issues
  • Quiet title actions and insurance disputes

Whether you’re a landlord, developer, or investor, our litigation team helps protect your real estate interests.

Pre-Litigation Risk Management

The best litigation strategy is sometimes avoiding court altogether. Our attorneys provide practical advice and guidance to:

  • Improve regulatory compliance
  • Strengthen internal controls
  • Investigate potential claims early
  • Position your company for favorable outcomes if litigation becomes necessary

We work with general counsel, financial advisors, and operations teams to help prevent business disputes before they escalate. 

Smart Dispute Resolution

Litigation doesn’t always mean going to trial. Hone Law evaluates every case to identify early settlement opportunities and strategic pressure points. We use:

  • Direct negotiations with opposing counsel
  • Mediation and arbitration
  • Settlement frameworks to reduce exposure
  • Private jury trials and focused issue presentations

When full-scale litigation isn’t in your best interest, we focus on the most efficient and effective path to resolution.

Business & Commercial Trial Advocacy

When trial is unavoidable, Hone Law is the firm you want in your corner. Our team thrives in complex, high-stakes environments and regularly appears before:

  • Nevada State and Federal District Courts
  • The Nevada Supreme Court
  • Federal Bankruptcy Courts
  • Regulatory and administrative panels
  • Arbitration forums

We blend legal precision with persuasive courtroom strategy to get results that matter to your business.

Why Choose Hone Law?

Innovative. Focused. Results-Driven.

When you must fight for your interests, Hone Law does this better than anyone else. It starts with our laser-sharp focus on your priorities. It continues with our commitment to leveraging multi-point legal expertise and real-world experience our team has been hand-picked to achieve.

When litigation hits, we know our only job is to advocate your most persuasive position. Persuasion is as much an art as it is a science. To win, we must connect our clients’ objectives to the priorities held by a judge, arbitrator, administrative regulatory body, or juror. Using our team’s diverse perspectives, we consider all the angles these factfinders might find persuasive, and we hone our clients’ case until the legal framework, client objectives, and most persuasive power-positions are at the forefront of our strategy.

Using our unique method, we regularly win cases in all forums of dispute, including: State and Federal District Court, Nevada Appellate Court, Nevada Supreme Court, Federal Bankruptcy Adversary Proceedings, Arbitration, and Regulatory Administrative Panels.

Dispute Resolution Lawyers

Our Attorneys Target Business Litigation Pressure Points for Quick Resolution

We analyze our clients’ cases… to identify the strategy most likely to serve their highest priorities.

Sometimes, the wise course of action is to press a dispute toward resolution by negotiation. At Hone Law, we know that developing the right pressure points in litigation will make settlement a more viable prospect.

Early in every lawsuit, we analyze our clients’ cases from multiple angles to identify the strategy most likely to serve their highest priorities; this often includes analysis on how to reach an early and fair settlement. When scorched earth litigation is not the goal, we use targeted litigation tactics to provide you with the most direct route possible to a fair settlement. We also consider a wide range of settlement tools that can help narrow the scope of the litigation and put a bracket around your range of potential risk. Our attorneys regularly resolve matters outside of litigation using: direct negotiations with opposing counsel, third party neutral mediation, binding or non-binding arbitration, structured settlements with framed damage ranges, private jury selection and limited issue presentation.

We Offer Pre-Litigation Risk Management

Practical, Trusted Advice to Minimize the Distraction of Litigation

Our business litigation attorneys are practical. At Hone Law, we like to leverage our experience to prevent litigation for our clients whenever possible.

We consult with our clients, general counsel, transactional counsel, accountants and other professionals to sharpen our client’s regulatory compliance, improve operational procedures, and negotiate before a dispute arises. We assist clients with pre-litigation investigations, and we advise clients on ways to position themselves on the strongest footing possible in case a dispute arises in the future. We consult to make your business better and stronger, to minimize the toll of expense and distraction disputes create.

Our Business Litigation Lawyers Provide Personalized Strategies for Your Business

Antiquated legal strategies are ineffective for innovative companies. At Hone Law, we put this into practice by developing creative, personalized litigation strategies for businesses. We deconstruct the traditional systems used by law firms by identifying the main issues of a case and deploying the right attorney to resolve the matter as efficiently as possible. This horizontal approach allows us to provide more tailored legal representation to our clients, ensuring that the most competent professionals are handling the niche complexities of their case.

Schedule a Consultation With Hone Law Today

Contact Hone Law for a confidential consultation if your Las Vegas business is facing a legal dispute. Let’s build a litigation strategy that aligns with your goals and drives results.

FAQ

Can insurance help my company cover the costs of our business or commercial litigation?

Yes, insurance can help companies mitigate the financial risks associated with business or commercial litigation. Such coverage is typically found under “Commercial Legal Expense Insurance” or “Litigation Cost Protection.” “Directors and Officers Insurance” (D&O Insurance) may also cover the defense of certain claims. This insurance generally covers legal defense costs, court fees, and in some cases, even awards or settlements. The specifics depend on your policy, but it’s designed to lessen the financial burden of litigation.

Why Consider It? Litigation can be expensive. Whether your company is defending itself against a claim or pursuing a legal action, costs can accumulate quickly, impacting your company’s finances. Insurance can help stabilize these unpredictable costs.

It is also crucial to understand that not all commercial litigation insurance covers every type of litigation or legal dispute. There may be exclusions, so it’s essential to read the policy terms or consult your legal team.

Before purchasing, assess your business’s litigation risks. Companies in highly regulated industries or those with extensive contractual dealings might benefit most.

In summary, while commercial litigation insurance doesn’t prevent legal disputes, it can provide significant financial relief during such challenging times. If you’re concerned about potential litigation costs, it’s wise to explore insurance options tailored to your business’s needs.

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What statutes of limitation apply to business or commercial litigation cases in Nevada?

Statutes of limitations set forth the maximum time after an event that legal proceedings based on that event may be initiated. In Nevada, as with other states, different statutes of limitations apply to different claims. For businesses or commercial litigation cases, it’s crucial to be aware of these timelines to ensure that your legal rights are preserved. Here are some common statutes of limitations relevant to business and commercial litigation in Nevada:

  • Written Contracts: For breaches related to written contracts, you generally have 6 years from the date of breach to sue (NRS 11.190(1)(b)).
  • Oral Contracts: For breaches related to oral contracts, the time limit is generally 4 years from the date of breach (NRS 11.190(2)(c)).
  • Fraud: Actions based on fraud must typically be commenced within 3 years after the discovery of the fraud (NRS 11.190(3)(d)).
  • Personal Property Damage: If your business property has been damaged, you generally have 3 years from the date of the damage to initiate legal action (NRS 11.190(3)(c)).
  • Relief on Grounds of Fraud or Mistake: Actions seeking relief on these grounds should be initiated within 4 years (NRS 11.220).
  • Enforcing a Judgment: If you have obtained a judgment and wish to enforce it, you generally have 6 years to do so (NRS 17.214).

It’s essential to remember that certain circumstances might toll (pause) the statute of limitations. Because commercial litigation can be complex, and the implications of missing a deadline are severe, consulting a Nevada attorney familiar with commercial litigation is important to consider. The attorneys at Hone Law can provide guidance tailored to your specific situation and ensure that your rights are upheld within the stipulated timeframes.

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What damages might be awarded to or against my company in a business dispute?

When a business dispute escalates to litigation, various damages may be awarded (to your business or the other party) depending on the nature of the case, the facts presented, and the governing laws of the jurisdiction. Here is a breakdown of the potential damages your company might either seek or have to pay:

  • Compensatory Damages: These are intended to compensate a plaintiff (victim) for actual losses suffered. If, for instance, your company was not paid for a product or service rendered, you could seek the amount owed as compensatory damages. On the other hand, if your company is found to owe money or services, you might be ordered to pay these damages.
  • Consequential Damages: Also known as “special damages”, these damages are not directly tied to the dispute but result from the action or inaction that led to the dispute. For instance, if a vendor’s late delivery causes a business to lose a client, the loss of profit from that client might be considered consequential.
  • Punitive Damages: Aimed at punishing particularly egregious or malicious behavior, these damages aren’t awarded to compensate the plaintiff but to deter the defendant and others from similar conduct. If your company is found to have acted in a particularly harmful or deceitful manner, punitive damages might be awarded against it.
  • Nominal Damages: These are symbolic damages awarded when a right has been violated but no substantial loss or injury can be determined. It’s a way for the court to acknowledge a wrong without awarding substantial compensation.
  • Restitution: This aims to restore the injured party to the position they were in before the dispute. It might involve the return of property or compensation for benefits unjustly received by the other party.
  • Attorney Fees and Costs: In some disputes, the prevailing party may have a right to recover attorney fees and litigation costs.

Given the many damages that can be sought or awarded in business disputes, it is important to consider visiting with an experienced attorney. The business litigation attorneys at Hone Law can provide a clear understanding of potential liabilities or claims specific to your company’s situation.

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