Complex Commercial Litigation

Clarity and Control in High-Stakes Business Disputes.

Strategic representation for companies, owners, investors, and executives navigating disputes that threaten value, control, operations, or reputation.

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Overview

Business Disputes Demand Business Judgment.

High-stakes commercial litigation requires more than legal arguments. It demands strategic judgment, financial fluency, careful preparation, and an understanding of how litigation affects the underlying business. Van Horn Law Firm represents businesses and individuals in complex disputes where the outcome may carry consequences far beyond the courtroom.

Scope of Practice

Matters We Handle

Contract Disputes
Complex Commercial and Business Disputes
Shareholder Disputes
Partnership and Ownership Conflicts
Business Torts
Fraud
Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices
Non-Competition Agreement Disputes
Lender Liability Litigation
Real Estate Litigation
Construction Litigation
Franchise Litigation
Trademark and Intellectual Property Litigation
Insurance Policy Enforcement
Landlord and Tenant Disputes

The firm represents clients in the matters listed above. This list reflects the firm’s existing practice and is not a claim of expertise beyond it.

Method

A Disciplined Litigation Strategy

01
Assess
Understand the facts, risks, business objectives, and available leverage.
02
Position
Develop a clear legal and commercial strategy.
03
Negotiate
Pursue an efficient resolution from a position of preparation.
04
Litigate
Prepare every matter to withstand serious courtroom scrutiny.

Representative Matter

Judgment in Excess of $14,000,000

Van Horn Law Firm represented the real estate investment division of a hedge fund in litigation to enforce a complex credit facility. The firm ultimately obtained a consent judgment exceeding $14 million and pursued foreclosure on a collateralized 300,000-square-foot commercial building.

The matters described are not intended to guarantee a result or suggest that similar results can be obtained in another case. Each legal matter depends upon its individual facts, applicable law, available evidence, and other circumstances.

Lead Counsel

Led by Matthew I. Van Horn

J.D. + M.B.A. • State & Federal Courts • U.S. Supreme Court Admission

Matthew combines legal analysis, business experience, and clear communication to help clients understand complicated situations and make informed decisions.