Business Disputes

St. Louis Metro East Trial Attorneys Handling Business Disputes

A business dispute can have costly implications that threaten a company's competitive value and, ultimately, its bottom line.

At Farrell, Hamilton & Julian, P.C. in Godfrey, Illinois, we have aggressively represented small- and medium-sized companies with complicated business disputes since 1965.

Experienced Trial Lawyers

We are experienced negotiators and trial attorneys. Our legal team has successfully resolved complex disputes between partners, shareholders, landlords, tenants, banks and consumers, including:

• Breach of contract
• Breach of a promissory note
• Employee contract disputes
• Vendor and supplier disputes
• Shareholder disputes
• Foreclosures involving predatory lending

Many of our business attorneys are certified public accountants. Their accounting background helps them anticipate tax implications, while guiding clients to resolve their business disputes cost-effectively.

We understand your goal is to resolve your business dispute as quickly as possible. Our attorneys will begin preparing your case from the moment you hire us. We work with accountants, appraisers, real estate agents and other experts to document damages and establish liability.

Knowledgeable Representation in Arbitration

Attorney Phillip Hamilton has been trained in arbitration by a local court and has worked in this area for more than 15 years. He often recommends arbitration for civil defendants.

In arbitration, a neutral party hears the evidence from both sides and determines an outcome. The ruling is binding, if both parties agree to that in advance. Overall, arbitration is quicker and cheaper than resolving a business dispute in court.

Insightful Mediation Counsel

Often, a retired judge will serve as a neutral third party in mediation. They do not hand down a ruling. Instead, the mediator guides the parties to come to a settlement.

Our legal team has extensive experience in mediation and will effectively present the evidence to get the best possible outcome for you.

Contact Us

We explain the law in plain English to help clients determine their legal options and whether or not they should settle the business dispute through mediation, arbitration or court.

To schedule a consultation, contact Farrell, Hamilton & Julian, P.C., by e-mail or call 618-208-0263. Centrally located in the St. Louis Metro East area, we offer convenient appointments and free parking.