Complex Litigation
Complex Litigation
COMPLEX LITIGATION REFERS TO PARTICULARLY CHALLENGING AND NUANCED CIVIL LAWSUITS THAT INVOLVES MULTIPLE ATTORNEYS WORKING TOGETHER AND MULTIPLE PARTIES INITIATING THE LAWSUIT OR BEING SUED.
It is important to know what to expect during the process, from start to finish. Complex litigation cases can be broken down into six specific stages:
1. Investigation - The investigation involves an in-depth examination of the facts of the case and a cautious review of all evidence.
2. Pleadings - Pleadings involve outlining what will be confronted in the case. Both parties may prepare numerous pleadings, but the plaintiff must be the first to file, which is named a complaint, and then the defendant will file answers.
3. Discovery - The discovery is the most time-consuming and complex part of the process involving the trade of information and facts that is relevant to the case. This is through depositions, interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production, subpoenas etc.
4. Pretrial proceedings - Pretrial proceedings consist of meetings and motions between each party and the trial judge dealing with the case.
5. Potential settlements or trial - Both parties typically prefer settlements, where they are able to come to a mutual agreement without having to go to court. However, should the case result in a trial, the judge determines what information will be presented and heard in the courtroom. Our firm is never afraid of taking a case to trial.
6. Appeal - If either party is not satisfied with the court ruling, they can start the appeal process, where the case will be reviewed with the intention the decision will change or be reversed by an appellate court.
“Complex cases require experienced, dedicated attorneys throughout the entire process.”
