litigation Services
Not every law firm litigates the kinds of disputes we handle every day. Contested successions, business partner conflicts, commercial real estate disagreements, and capacity proceedings each require attorneys who don't just know how to try a case; they know the underlying law cold. At Bondurant Law, our litigation practice is a direct extension of our advisory work. That depth of knowledge makes us uniquely effective when your matter ends up in dispute. We're direct about your options, proactive about resolution, and fully prepared to advocate for you in court.
Commercial Litigation
When a business dispute escalates—between partners, with a vendor, over a contract, or regarding ownership rights—it doesn't just cost money. It consumes management attention, disrupts operations, and distracts you from running the business you've built. The goal should be resolution, not prolonged litigation.
Our commercial litigation team gives you a candid, experienced assessment of your situation from day one: what your position is, what the risks are, and what the most efficient path to resolution looks like. We work hard to resolve business disputes through negotiation and mediation before they reach the courtroom. However, when trial is the right answer, we're prepared to go.
Real Estate Litigation
Real estate litigation covers a wide range of disputes: contested zoning decisions, property boundary conflicts, easement and servitude disagreements, breach of purchase agreements, and disputes between landlords and tenants over commercial lease terms. These are technical matters that require attorneys with real depth in both Louisiana property law and courtroom procedure.
We've litigated commercial real estate disputes successfully throughout Louisiana. If you're facing a property dispute, we'll assess your situation directly, explain your legal position clearly, and pursue the outcome that best protects your investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Litigation Services for individuals and business owners.
Absolutely! We offer consultations to discuss your legal needs and provide tailored legal advice. Contact our office to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced attorneys.
A deadlock occurs when LLC members cannot reach a decision on an important business matter. This is especially common in 50/50 ownership structures where each owner has equal voting power and neither side can break the tie.
Deadlocks can bring a business to a standstill. When owners cannot agree on major decisions, operations may suffer, growth can stall, and relationships may deteriorate. In severe cases, deadlock can lead to the dissolution of the company.
Business owners commonly use the following deadlock-resolution mechanisms:
- A neutral third-party advisor serving as a tie-breaker
- Mediation
- Buy-sell provisions
- Forced buyouts
- Liquidation of company assets
- Judicial dissolution as a last resort
A fiduciary duty is a legal obligation requiring certain LLC owners and managers to act in the best interests of the company rather than their own personal interests. In a manager-managed LLC, managers generally owe fiduciary duties to the company. In a member-managed LLC, the members typically owe those duties.
A breach of fiduciary duty occurs when a member or manager puts their personal interests ahead of the LLC's interests, engages in self-dealing, misuses company assets, conceals important information, or improperly takes a business opportunity that should have belonged to the company.
Yes. In many situations, a member may have the right to bring a claim against another member or manager whose actions have harmed the company or violated their fiduciary obligations.
Examples may include:
- Diverting business opportunities away from the company
- Competing against the LLC without authorization
- Misusing company funds or assets
- Engaging in self-dealing transactions
- Concealing important business information
- Taking personal profits from opportunities that should belong to the LLC
Yes. If your neighbor's actions are causing damage to your property, you may have legal options to stop the conduct and recover compensation for your losses.
Common issues include:
- Flooding or drainage problems
- Property damage from construction
- Erosion or runoff
- Nuisance conditions
- Violations of neighborhood restrictions
- Activities that interfere with the use and enjoyment of your property
In some cases, yes. A court may issue an injunction requiring a property owner to correct conditions that are causing ongoing harm to neighboring property.
Potentially. Property owners may be able to seek compensation for repair costs, property damage, loss of use, and other losses caused by a neighbor's actions.
Yes, it is possible to settle a case without going to court, and we actively encourage clients to consider resolving their matter amicably without court intervention. We use a variety of methods of alternative dispute resolution, ordinary negotiations, and mediation. These methods allow parties to negotiate and reach a mutually acceptable resolution outside of the courtroom.
Yes. If your title insurance company denies coverage for a covered title issue, ownership dispute, access problem, or other insured loss, you may be able to file a lawsuit to enforce your rights under the policy.
The duration of litigation can vary depending on the complexity of the case, court schedules, and other factors. Some cases take 3-6 months to litigate, while others take years.
Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to recover policy benefits, damages for covered losses, attorney's fees, court costs, and other remedies available under Louisiana law.
As an heir or legatee of a deceased individual, you have the right to information from the succession representative. The law allows heirs or legatees to file documents with the court to compel production of information so that they can find out of a succession is being handled correctly. Contact us for advice and to discuss your rights.
If a title insurer acted arbitrarily, capriciously, or without probable cause when handling or denying your claim, you may have additional claims for bad faith and could be entitled to penalties and attorney's fees in addition to the coverage benefits owed under the policy
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