Has your business partner breached the contract you have together? Is your neighbor looking to start building a fence on your property, but they are being unreasonable? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, it may be time to consider a civil suit. The aim of a civil litigation lawsuit is not to impose jail or prison time for the offending party, but rather to force them to pay financial compensation/restitution or perform a specific action (such as forcing a person to perform under the terms of the contract). When faced with a situation where you or your business need legal counsel, there are certain criteria you should look for in a law firm. You need attorneys who have extensive knowledge of procedural and substantive law, exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach.
Civil litigation is essentially a lawsuit that arises between people, businesses, and/or other entities. There are three phases of civil litigation:
Pleadings. This is the initial phase of the process, and it is where the initial document is created. The document will outline the claims and counterclaims of each side.
Discovery. This is when more information is collected, including interrogations, depositions, and expert witnesses. This is the longest phase, and it can last for six months or more.
Conclusion. The final step is where the case is either settled, or it will be brought to trial. This can last another month if it is a settled case, or another several months if both parties must await trial.
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In North Carolina, there are three levels of trial court that take care of civil litigation cases. The three levels include Small Claims/Magistrate Court, District Court, and Superior Court. The amount that is being disputed is what determines which court your case will be handled in. Koontz Law can act as your advocate and support throughout the process, no matter which court takes care of your case.
When it comes to civil litigation, it is imperative that you hire an attorney that has the ability to negotiate. This will help so that you can avoid trial and save yourself money, time, and stress. If trial is unavoidable, you can rest assured that Koontz Law has the experience and legal knowledge to deliver you optimum results. Our representation services for civil litigation include:
Assistance with collections and liens
Claims of contract breaching
Litigation regarding real estate disputes (easements, partitions, eminent domain, zoning issues, and commercial lease problems)
Dissolving or forming limited liability partnerships and companies, corporations, unfair competition and non-compete disputes
Conflict is a part of human nature, and it is something that we all deal with from time to time. In our society, we have the legal system as recourse for dealing with conflict. At Koontz Law, PLLC, our team is thoroughly aggressive in every phase of the civil litigation process. To learn more about our civil litigation services or to schedule a consultation,
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