BUSINESS DISPUTE ATTORNEY BASED IN MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA

Disputes—both foreseen and unexpected—are an inevitable part of running a business. However, when a dispute is not handled properly, it can have a serious impact on your business and its bottom line. 

A skilled attorney on your side is key to successfully arguing or defending your case when disputes arise. At Engel Professional Association, my Minneapolis business attorney helps companies of all industries and sizes resolve their disputes through exceptional legal representation and strategic counsel. For more than 20 years, I have proudly served businesses in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and other parts of Minnesota, including St. Cloud, Mankato, Woodbury, and Maple Grove. 

When you’re entangled in a dispute, don’t wait to get legal help. Contact us today to schedule a time to talk. 

Ways to Resolve Business Disputes

While there are several ways to resolve your business dispute, the primary goal is to avoid the need to engage in costly, lengthy, and unpredictable litigation. Possible dispute resolution methods include:

1. Negotiation. In some cases, it may be possible to resolve a business dispute by engaging in negotiations. This approach is usually more effective in the early stages of the dispute. 
   
2. Mediation. When negotiation alone does not help resolve the dispute, parties can try mediation, which is a slightly more formal dispute resolution method. In mediation, the disputing parties select a neutral, third-party mediator whose job is to facilitate communication to help the parties find common ground. 
3. Arbitration. Many business contracts contain an arbitration clause, which requires the parties to submit their disputes to arbitration. In arbitration, an arbitrator or a panel of arbitrators is appointed to decide the dispute. Compared to litigation, arbitration is a more private process because disputes are handled outside of the court system. 
   
4. Litigation. Litigation is a lawsuit between the disputing parties. However, since disputes in litigation move through the court system, this dispute resolution option may be expensive and time-consuming, not to mention that litigation is almost always public and the parties do not have control over the outcome. 

Which of these options is more appropriate will depend on the nature and complexity of the business dispute as well as the parties’ willingness to negotiate and compromise. 

Business Disputes Attorney Serving throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin

Engel Professional Association is dedicated to providing personalized attention to every client we represent. We help businesses of all sizes navigate the complex world of business law and ensure that their interests are protected when disputes arise. Reach out to our office today to schedule a consultation with our business disputes attorney and learn more about how we can assist you.