Finding an attorney who is a “real person” can be difficult. Many attorneys surround themselves almost exclusively with other attorneys and are accustomed to speaking in ivory tower legalese. You should be able to connect with your attorney on a personal level, and he or she should speak to you in plain language that you can understand. You will be working very closely with this person on issues that are very important to you. It is important that he or she be down-to-earth and someone that you connect with.
The most common complaint that clients have of their attorneys is that the attorney is unreachable, does not communicate with them regularly, or does not promptly return your calls. Your attorney should reach out to you about your case regularly and respond within 24 hours to calls and e-mails. An open line of communication between you and your attorney is essential to building trust.
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Your attorney’s goal should not be to win at all costs. Rather, it should be to achieve a favorable outcome for you as efficiently as possible. It is important that your attorney set realistic expectations at the outset as to the costs you should expect, the concerns that the attorney has about the outcome of your case, and the length of time that you should expect your case to take.
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Civil litigation covers all kinds of disputes that require legal action. Our experience in business law allows us to assist clients with business-related legal matters, including starting businesses, managing commercial contracts, and navigating regulatory compliance. From business disputes and contract breaches to property disputes, a civil litigation lawyer can help. At O’Flaherty Law, we help Evanston residents through the whole process.
Civil litigation is the process of resolving civil matters in court. Unlike criminal cases, civil disputes involve two or more parties seeking a legal remedy, often financial compensation or an enforceable order. These can be between individuals, businesses or other entities and can include:
A civil litigation lawyer helps clients navigate various legal issues, from initial case assessment to trial if necessary. This includes:
John, an Evanston small business owner, was in a contract dispute with a former supplier. The supplier didn’t deliver the products as agreed and John’s business was losing money and being disrupted. John felt unsupported and didn’t know what to do so he hired a civil litigation lawyer.
Our law firm met with John to review the contract, gather evidence, and explore options. Through negotiation and mediation, the lawyer represented John’s interests and got a fair settlement without a long trial. John was able to get his losses back and get his business up and running again.
John’s story is one of the benefits of having an advocate who can guide you through the civil litigation process and get you the results you need.
Knowing the steps in the process can help clients feel more prepared. Our firm has extensive expertise in navigating the legal system, ensuring that clients are guided effectively through its complexities to achieve successful outcomes:
Working with an experienced il attorney, such as an Evanston civil litigation lawyer, gives you:
We handle a wide range of practice areas, including:
A civil litigation case begins with understanding your situation and what to do. Whether you’re a business owner with a partnership dispute or an individual with a landlord-tenant issue, a civil litigation lawyer can help.
At our law office, clients receive personalized legal assistance in a supportive environment, ensuring focused attention on their legal issues.
Working with an Evanston civil litigation lawyer means you have an advocate who will handle your dispute for you so you can get the result you need.
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The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.
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Commercial litigation refers to any type of dispute that comes about in a business context. This could include lawsuits against companies, partnerships, or individuals, or brought by companies, partnerships, or individuals. If any type of business entity is involved on either side of a lawsuit, it’s considered commercial litigation.
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