Focused Litigation Support for New York Businesses
When a business dispute escalates, it’s not just a legal problem—it’s a risk to revenue, reputation, and long-term relationships. Whether you’re facing a broken contract, a partnership dispute, or allegations of fraud, you need a commercial litigation attorney in NYC who understands both the courtroom and the realities of running a company.
At The Law Office of Jesse D. Capell, PLLC, we help New York City businesses navigate high-stakes conflicts with clear strategy and trial-ready advocacy. Jesse brings his litigation and trial experience to commercial cases, working to protect your interests while keeping an eye on time, cost, and business impact.
Business Disputes We Handle
We represent companies, partnerships, and professionals in a wide range of commercial disputes, including:
Breach of Contract Cases
Disputes over failed business agreements, unpaid invoices, missed deliverables, or broken promises with clients, vendors, or service providers. We analyze the contract language, performance history, and damages to build a strong position—whether you’re enforcing a deal or defending against a claim.
Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Conflicts between business owners, members, or shareholders can quickly destabilize an otherwise successful company. We handle disputes involving profit distributions, decision-making deadlocks, minority shareholder oppression, and allegations of misconduct, working to protect your ownership and your investment.
Business Torts & Fraud Claims
Cases involving fraud, negligent misrepresentation, unfair competition, interference with contracts or business relationships, and breach of fiduciary duty. These matters often require careful investigation of communications, financial records, and corporate governance to show how the other side’s conduct caused real harm.
Commercial Real Estate & Lease Disputes
Conflicts over commercial leases, build-out obligations, property development, and use restrictions can stall projects and drain resources. We represent landlords, tenants, and businesses in lease enforcement, default disputes, and related commercial real estate litigation.
Debt Collection & Judgment Enforcement (If Applicable)
For businesses holding unpaid judgments or significant receivables, we can pursue collection strategies and enforcement actions designed to turn paper judgments into real recovery, where appropriate.
Strategic & Aggressive Representation for Business Lawsuits
Commercial litigation is as much about strategy as it is about statutes and case law. Jesse approaches each matter with a clear plan: understand your business goals, pressure-test the strengths and weaknesses on both sides, and choose the tactics that give you leverage—whether that’s negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or trial.
Because he is a trial-ready business litigation lawyer in New York, opposing counsel knows that if a fair resolution isn’t on the table, the firm is prepared to move forward in court. That readiness often encourages reasonable settlement discussions while keeping your company positioned to protect its rights.
Where appropriate, we explore alternative dispute resolution methods (like mediation or arbitration) that can reduce cost, time, and disruption, especially when ongoing relationships or confidentiality are important.
Why Choose Us for Commercial Litigation
Why Businesses Choose Our Commercial Litigation Firm
1. Trial-Ready, Negotiation-Savvy
Jesse’s background as a trial attorney means your case is prepared from day one as if it may go before a judge or jury. That level of preparation gives you leverage in negotiations and credibility in the courtroom when a commercial lawsuit attorney needs to press forward.
2. Small Firm Attention, Big-Picture Thinking
As a focused NYC commercial litigation law firm, we offer direct access to your attorney, not layers of bureaucracy. At the same time, we think like business partners—considering how each legal decision affects operations, reputation, cash flow, and long-term value.
3. Understanding Both Legal and Financial Impact
A business dispute is never just about “winning” a case. We help you weigh potential outcomes, costs, and risks so you can make informed decisions about settlement, litigation, or alternative resolutions. The goal is to protect your bottom line while enforcing your rights.
4. Flexible, Practical Approaches to Resolution
Not every dispute should go to trial. We use negotiation, mediation, or arbitration where they make sense, always grounded in a clear, realistic assessment of your position. Our job is to pursue the outcome that best aligns with your business priorities, not to litigate for litigation’s sake.
5. Representing Businesses of All Sizes
From small family-owned businesses and startups to more established companies, we handle commercial litigation for a wide range of clients. No dispute is “too small” if it’s significant to your business and your future.
Commercial Litigation FAQ
How long does a commercial lawsuit take?
It depends on the complexity of the dispute, the court’s schedule, and how willing both sides are to negotiate. Some business lawsuits resolve in a few months through settlement; others may take a year or more if they go through full discovery and trial. From the beginning, we work to move your case forward efficiently while preparing as if it may go to court, so you’re ready for either outcome.
Can we recover attorneys’ fees in a business lawsuit?
In many commercial litigation matters, each side pays its own legal fees unless a contract or statute says otherwise. If your agreement includes an attorneys’ fee or “prevailing party” clause, or if a specific law allows fee shifting, you may be able to recover some or all of your costs. We review your contracts and claims at the outset so you know what is—and isn’t—realistic when it comes to attorney’s fees.
Do you handle small business disputes or only large cases?
We represent businesses of all sizes—from solo entrepreneurs and family-owned companies to larger organizations—in a range of disputes. If the issue is significant to your business, it’s significant to us. We’ll discuss the size, complexity, and economics of your case during the initial consultation to make sure our approach is a good fit.
What if I want to avoid going to court?
Many commercial disputes can be resolved without a trial through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration. We explore these options early, especially when preserving business relationships or maintaining confidentiality is important. At the same time, we prepare for litigation so that if settlement isn’t possible, you still have a strong position in court.
What does a commercial litigation lawyer do?
A commercial litigation attorney in NYC evaluates your legal rights and obligations, develops a strategy, drafts pleadings and motions, manages discovery, negotiates on your behalf, and represents you in hearings, arbitrations, or trial. Just as importantly, we translate legal options into business decisions—helping you choose the path that best supports your company’s goals.
Related Litigation Services
Many business disputes overlap with broader civil litigation issues. Depending on your situation, you may also want to review:
1. Civil Litigation (General Litigation)
Representation for individuals and businesses in non-commercial disputes, such as general contract conflicts, real property disputes, and other civil lawsuits.
2. Personal Injury & Trial Work
If your business is involved in a dispute that also touches on personal injury or negligence claims, our trial experience in injury matters may also be relevant to your case strategy.
Contact Us
Need a Commercial Litigation Attorney in NYC?
If you are dealing with a contract breach, partner dispute, fraud allegation, or another serious business conflict, you don’t have to navigate it alone. The Law Office of Jesse D. Capell, PLLC understands both the legal and business stakes and can help you evaluate your options, weigh risk, and choose a path forward with confidence.
We offer consultations for businesses and professionals across New York City, with flexible scheduling to fit around your workday. Whether you’re considering filing a lawsuit or responding to one, reach out early—strong decisions are easier when you have clear legal guidance from the start.