Business Litigation

Santa Monica Trial Attorney Resolving Business Disputes

When a business involved in a dispute brings in a lawyer, they sometimes find that the actions of the lawyer have the effect of gas on a flame, turning a minor problem into a major issue - and a costly one at that.

An experienced business attorney understands that what the business owner is really seeking is a solution to his or her problem, not necessarily a court case. They are looking for a lawyer who can give them options and answers, without wasting their time or money.

At the Law Offices of Steven L. Martin, we've been representing small and medium-sized businesses, and individual business owners, for more than 30 years. We provide negotiation, mediation, and litigation services for many types of businesses in Southern California, particularly restaurants and night clubs. If your business is involved in a contract dispute, insurance dispute, or has been the victim of fraud, contact our Santa Monica law office to schedule a consultation.

Breach of Contract Issues

Attorney Steven Martin and his legal associates work with clients to resolve a wide range of business disputes, including:

• Breach of contract
• Contract disputes
• Breach of fiduciary duty
• Fraud
• Insurance disputes
• Bad faith insurance claims
• Partnership disputes, shareholder disputes

Practical Advice, Skillful Mediation, Aggressive Representation

Litigation is expensive; and it's seldom the most cost-effective method to resolve a business dispute. Before our clients charge into litigation only to discover that they cannot afford to proceed, we provide them with sound legal counsel and a cost-benefit analysis to help them understand the business as well as the legal aspects of their case.

Mediation is often the most cost-effective method to resolve a business dispute. Mr. Martin is a certified mediator, as well as a trial attorney with more than 30 years of courtroom experience. When a resolution cannot be reached through negotiations or mediation, he can be an aggressive advocate in court.

For sound legal guidance and skillful courtroom representation to address your business dispute, contact Santa Monica business lawyer Steven L. Martin.