Protecting Your Business Interests
Litigation can play an instrumental role in resolving a legal dispute.
Strategic Legal Guidance
Running a business means doing what you do best – delivering value to your customers. Behind the scenes, you need strategic legal guidance to minimize risk and help you stay on the right side of regulatory requirements.
At Windsor PLC, we become an extension of your team, helping you make smart decisions and avoid missteps. Investing in skilled legal counsel today can pay dividends for your company tomorrow.
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Business Law
We provide legal advice and representation on a range of matters, including:
Business divorce and dissolution
Commercial lease agreements
Formation and business structure
Partnership agreements, corporate governance
Vendor, supplier and client agreements
Commercial Litigation
As an experienced commercial litigation firm, we provide strategic legal representation to protect your interests and advocate for the best possible outcomes in cases such as:
Business partner disputes
Breach of fiduciary duty
Fraud, embezzlement
Partnership and shareholder disputes
Real estate litigation
Our Approach to Commercial Litigation
From day one, we focus on the end game that defines success for you. Key aspects of our commercial litigation services include:
Case Assessment & Strategy Development
We analyze your situation to develop a litigation roadmap and focus our efforts on the best path to success.
Protecting Business Operations
We understand that commercial disputes can disrupt business operations. We work closely with our clients to minimize disruptions and protect their ongoing business interests.
Negotiation & Settlement
When appropriate, we leverage our negotiating experience to help you reach a favorable settlement and avoid an expensive trial. However, we are fully prepared to take your case to court if settlement is not in your best interests.
Trial Representation
We have decades of trial experience and will vigorously represent your interests before a judge and jury if your case goes to trial. We are relentless advocates with a proven record of courtroom success.
Post-Judgment Actions
If necessary, we will pursue post-judgment remedies to help you secure compensation owed or respond to an appeal. We fight on your behalf until the case is fully resolved.
$100,000 Settlement
From the South San Francisco Conference Center after a noise disturbance required our client to terminate a conference.
Dismissal
Dismissal with prejudice, no payment, in defense of Federal class action, antitrust, and unfair business practice claims against corporate client.
$50,000 Settlement
From property owner/management company for violation of our client’s rights under the Fair Housing Act, breach of their lease.
Why Choose Our Commercial Litigation Firm?
In the dynamic world of business, commercial disputes can arise at any time, threatening to disrupt operations and jeopardize your company’s financial well-being.
Here’s how we help:
Decades of experience with complex commercial litigation.
Past record of favorable verdicts and settlements for clients.
Aggressive and strategic approach to protecting your interests.
Responsive and accessible representation, keeping you informed.
Hear from Our Clients and Peers
“Perfect demeanor and temperament for a mediator, very even-keeled, calm, and calming.”
“I have known Jeff for 20 years, and in all of those roles, whether adversary, colleague or confidant, I have witnessed him to be one of the most upstanding individuals I know in terms of his ethics and morality, his competence and thoughtfulness.”
“Fantastic experience! I had the pleasure to be a client of Jeff Windsor's. Not only was Jeff extremely professional and knowledgeable, but he was outstanding in handling my case and seeing me through all roadblocks over the course of several years.”
Have Questions?
What should I do if my business has been served with a lawsuit?
If your business is served with a lawsuit, do not ignore it. Notify your insurance carrier, as legal representation may be covered. Engage a qualified commercial litigation attorney as soon as possible to review the claims and discuss your strategy.
Will I be personally liable if my company is sued?
Generally, you are not personally liable for the debts and liabilities of your incorporated business. However, plaintiffs may name company owners individually in a claim to try to recover from personal assets. An attorney can help defend you against individual liability and keep the focus on the company.
Can my company be held liable for the actions of my employees?
Yes, companies can face legal liability based on unlawful actions taken by employees within the scope of their duties. These are called vicarious liability claims. It is critical to consult an experienced commercial litigation lawyer anytime an employee engages in negligent, fraudulent or criminal conduct that could expose the company.
I can't work with my business partner anymore. What are our options?
Most business partnerships begin with excitement and a shared vision. But over time, shifting interests and differing opinions can fracture even the strongest bonds. Suddenly, former allies find themselves in opposition as the business — and their combined livelihoods — hang in the balance.
How we proceed depends on any existing partnership agreement and each partner’s willingness to negotiate reasonably. We may discuss buyout, dissolution, partition, or a complete sale of the business. We can advise on the best approach to severing ties based on your circumstances and goals.