High Stakes Commercial Contingency Cases
Our philosophy in litigating complex disputes is to get to the heart of the matter as quickly as possible without spending inordinate resources on discovery. Creative lawyering doesn’t always mean finding answers through exhaustive discovery from the other side. It does require having a thorough understanding of the client’s business that is gained by interviewing the client’s key witnesses.
An entrepreneur and businessman, firm founder Ashish Mahendru understands that getting an attorney involved early in a dispute — particularly a high-stakes commercial contingency case — to formulate a business solution may avert costly litigation.
Our firm understands how legal disputes can affect your bottom line, and we work hard to identify and implement strategies that protect your business interests every step of the way.
Why Legal Support Is Essential When the Stakes Are High
In many of the commercial contingency cases we’ve handled, entire companies are on the line. When the result of a legal case will be life-changing for both sides, the importance of hiring an experienced commercial law lawyer can’t be overstated.
These are a few key reasons legal support is so essential:
Protecting Your Company Name
Litigation can sometimes cause reputational damage to the companies involved, but a skilled commercial law attorney can help keep that damage to a minimum.
Saving Money
An experienced attorney helps you avoid costly legal errors. When your lawyer works on contingency, you have the added security of knowing you only pay if you win.
Navigating the Legal System
Business law is uniquely complex. An experienced lawyer can assess your situation and determine what legal strategies are most likely to result in a positive outcome.
Ensuring Business Operations Continue Uninterrupted
More often than not, business and commercial litigation is extremely time-consuming. Without legal support, it’s nearly impossible to focus on your case and not have your business operations affected.
Types of High-Stakes Commercial Cases We Handle
The commercial litigation lawyers at Mahendru, P.C. have handled a considerable range of high-stakes business disputes. While not an exhaustive list, here’s a look at some of the most common kinds of commercial litigation cases we’ve dealt with:
Breaches of Fiduciary Duty
When another party has a fiduciary duty to you or your company, they are obligated to act in a way that prioritizes your best interests above theirs. Unfortunately, breaches of fiduciary duty are common, and a breach can have a devastating ripple effect on your company.
If you choose us to represent you in a case involving a breach of fiduciary duty, we may be able to recover damages, pursue injunctive relief to shield your business from further damage, or take other actions as needed.
Partnership Disputes
Business partners often work closely together, and significant disputes can threaten the future of the company. If a partner dispute becomes so acrimonious that litigation is essential, you need an aggressive and experienced lawyer on your side.
Disputes Over Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, and Non-Disclosure Agreements
Most businesses have at least one of the following agreements:
- Non-Compete: Bars former employees from working for competitors during a certain timeframe
- Non-Solicitation: Bars former employees from trying to poach your company’s clients
- Non-Disclosure: Forbids former employees from discussing trade secrets and other protected information
These agreements are crucial when it comes to protecting your company’s integrity, but without enforcement, they’re meaningless. If someone violates one or more, swift and decisive legal action is essential.
Trademark and Copyright Infringement
If a competitor is using your intellectual property (or substantially similar material) to generate profit, you likely have two goals: stop the infringement and recover compensation. In cases involving intellectual property disputes, we strive to do both.
How Our Attorneys Protect Your Best Interests in High-Stakes Commercial Contingency Cases
Your commercial contract lawyer doesn’t simply argue your case in court. The right attorney will constantly work to protect your best interests both inside the courtroom and outside of it.
Our attorneys are committed to our clients. Here’s a look at how we strive to protect our clients’ best interests during commercial contingency cases:
1. We Only Get Paid if You Get Paid
When you’re involved in what may be the most intense legal battle of your life, you want an attorney who’s just as motivated to win as you are. When firms bill by the hour, they get paid regardless of the outcome. However, when they work on contingency, they receive a percentage of the funds recovered if they win — and nothing if they don’t.
During a high-stakes commercial contingency case, you can rest assured that Mahendru, P.C. is just as invested as you are. During your initial consultation, we can discuss the specifics of our contingency fee agreement.
2. We Collaborate With You to Build a Customized Plan
At Mahendru, P.C., we have been representing Houston-area business owners since 2001. During that time, we’ve come to realize that no two cases are exactly alike.
Our firm doesn’t believe in cookie-cutter case strategies and one-size-fits-all solutions. We’d rather take the time to understand you, your company, and your unique situation. From there, we can build a tailored strategy that maximizes your chances of success.
3. We Know Litigation Isn’t the Only Option
We are never afraid of a fierce court battle. However, we understand that in some instances, negotiating a settlement outside of court may be the best solution for you and your company.
We keep our clients informed about their cases at all times, and we’ll never settle without your permission.
Notable Client Victories
At Mahendru, P.C., we approach every case as if it’s our only one. Our work ethic and attention to detail have earned the respect of our clients and even our opponents. Here are a few of our major victories in high-stakes cases:
- Obtained a temporary injunction against St. Luke’s Sugar Land on behalf of his clients, a group of physicians
- Represented a buyer of a business who made the purchase based on fraudulent representations about the business’s largest customer
- Won a lawsuit dismissal for Australian companies who were sued for breach of contract involving a joint venture agreement
- Represented one of the largest convenience store trade associations in Texas against Tara Energy, a retail electric provider based in Houston
In contingency cases, your risk is our risk. Our interests are aligned with yours, and we will relentlessly pursue a successful outcome at the lowest possible cost to our client.
When the Stakes Are High, Representation Matters More Than Ever
In the legal realm, there’s no such thing as complete certainty. However, when you choose an experienced, determined commercial litigation lawyer to represent you, you gain an edge over the competition.
Your choice of attorney can often make the difference between winning and losing your case — especially when it comes to high-stakes litigation.
Our firm routinely takes cases on contingency. We also represent clients on a reverse contingency basis, meaning our fee is based on our ability to limit the client’s exposure. Get in touch today to schedule a free initial consultation.