Business Litigation Lawyers | Tuscaloosa Office | Serving Northport, AL
2315 9th St, Suite 5A, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Business Litigation Lawyers | Tuscaloosa Office | Serving Northport, AL
2224 15th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Business Litigation Lawyers | Tuscaloosa Office | Serving Northport, AL
1629 McFarland Blvd. N., Suite 402, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-2239
Business Litigation Lawyers | Tuscaloosa Office | Serving Northport, AL
2115 11th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Business Litigation Lawyers | Tuscaloosa Office | Serving Northport, AL
2200 Jack Warner Parkway, Suite 200, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Business Litigation Lawyers | Tuscaloosa Office | Serving Northport, AL
2216 14th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Business Litigation Lawyers | Tuscaloosa Office | Serving Northport, AL
2711 University Blvd, Capitol Park Center, Suite 201, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Lead Counsel independently verifies Business Litigation attorneys in Northport and checks their standing with Alabama bar associations.
Our Verification Process and CriteriaWhen disputes arise in business dealings that cannot be resolved through arbitration or mediation, litigation is the only recourse. Business litigation is an adversarial process in which each side presents its case to be decided by a third party, either a state or federal judge, jury, or administrative agency.
If you are bringing a lawsuit or defending against one, consulting with a Northport attorney practicing business litigation is the first step in protecting your rights. The attorney can analyze the circumstances of the conflict, apply the law, and recommend the best course of action.
In legal practice, experience matters. An experienced attorney will likely have handled issues similar to yours many, many times. Therefore, after listening to your situation, the attorney should have a reasonable idea of the time line for a case like yours and the likely resolution.
The goal of an initial consultation is to find an attorney you are comfortable working with and someone who can help you understand your options under the law. Seek to understand the relevant legal experience the attorney brings to your case. While it is not realistic to expect an attorney to resolve your legal issue during an initial consultation, you should gain a level of comfort with his/her ability to do so. A good consultation can clarify issues, raise pertinent questions and considerations for your case, and help you make an informed decision towards resolving your legal issue.
Bill by the hour: Many attorneys bill by the hour. How much an attorney bills you per hour will vary based on a number of factors. For instance, an attorney’s hourly fee may fluctuate based on whether that hour is spent representing you in court or doing research on your case. Attorneys in one practice area may bill you more than attorneys in a different practice area.
Contingent fee: Some lawyers will accept payment via contingent fee. In this arrangement, the lawyer receives a percentage of the total monetary recovery if you win your lawsuit. In sum, the lawyer only gets paid if you win. Contingent fee agreements are limited to specific practice areas in civil law.
Flat fee: For “routine” legal work where the attorney generally knows the amount of time and resources necessary to complete the task, he/she may be willing to bill you a flat fee for services performed.
Plaintiff – a person or party who brings a lawsuit against another person(s) or party/parties in a court of law. Private persons or parties can only file suit in civil court.
Judgment – A decision of the court. Also known as a decree or order. Judgments handed down by the court are usually binding on the parties before the court.