Commercial Litigation
Litigation
Resolution of Complex Business Disputes for Companies, Owners, and Institutions
WH Burkley represents businesses, owners, financial institutions, and investors in complex commercial disputes. We provide strategic, business-focused counsel to help clients resolve conflicts efficiently while protecting their financial and operational interests.
Commercial disputes can disrupt operations, relationships, and growth. We work closely with clients to assess risk early, develop a clear strategy, and pursue the most effective path to resolution, whether through negotiation, motion practice, or trial.
Contract and Business Disputes
• Breach of contract and commercial agreement disputes
• Business torts, including fraud, misrepresentation, and unfair competition
• Disputes involving supply, distribution, and service agreements
• Enforcement of guaranties and indemnification obligations
Financial and Transactional Disputes
• Post-acquisition and transaction-related disputes
• Earn-out, working capital, and purchase price adjustment disputes
• Lending and financing-related conflicts
• Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) disputes
Ownership and Governance Disputes
• Disputes between business owners, partners, and stakeholders
• Fiduciary duty claims involving officers and directors
• Governance conflicts and control disputes
Fraud and Asset Recovery
• Fraudulent transfer and successor liability claims
• Asset tracing and recovery strategies
• Claims involving concealed or diverted assets
Our Approach
- Align litigation strategy with each client’s business objectives and risk tolerance
- Move matters forward efficiently through all phases of a dispute
- Coordinate across legal and business teams to manage risk and disruption
- Focus on early resolution where appropriate while preparing every matter for trial
- Prioritize responsiveness, clear communication, and strong advocacy
Why WH Burkley
- Practical, business-oriented counsel in complex commercial and financial disputes
- Experience representing businesses, owners, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders
- Ability to handle high-stakes matters efficiently through negotiation, litigation, and trial
- Strategic approach to managing risk, cost, and business disruption
- Responsive, partner-level advocacy focused on achieving practical outcomes
Recognition
Best Law Firms | Cleveland
- Band 1 – Litigation – Bankruptcy
Best Law Firms | Pittsburgh
- Band 1 – Litigation – Bankruptcy
- Band 2 – Litigation – Commercial
Best Law Firms | US
- Band 2 – Litigation – Bankruptcy
*Certain recognitions displayed on this page were earned prior to the formation of WH Burkley LLP and may reflect the accomplishments of our legacy firms, Walter Haverfield LLP and Bernstein-Burkley, P.C.