Commercial Litigation Lawyers New York — when a deal goes sideways, speed and leverage decide outcomes. Our New York team builds practical, budget-conscious litigation strategies that protect operations, cash flow, and your negotiating position—whether you need a fast TRO, a quiet settlement, or a trial-ready posture that forces resolution.
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Commercial Litigation Lawyers New York
Why New York businesses hire our commercial litigation attorneys
Business-first strategy. We start with early case assessment (facts, counterclaims, venue, insurance coverage) and convert it into a phased budget.
Leverage over theater. We use targeted pleadings, protective orders, and early discovery to narrow issues and raise settlement value without overspending.
Local court experience. We routinely file and defend cases in the New York State Supreme Court (Commercial Division) and Civil Court in New York County and other boroughs, and the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, choosing venue to your advantage.
Confidentiality minded. Trade-secret and non-compete cases demand speed; we pursue injunctions and protective orders that stop ongoing harm and control PR risk.
Types of Cases We Handle in New York
Breach of Contract & Warranty Claims
We prosecute and defend claims involving supply failures, late or non‑conforming goods, service level breaches, earn‑outs, and purchase‑price adjustments. Limitations periods matter: under New York law most contract claims must be brought within six years for written or oral agreements (CPLR 213(2)), while claims for the sale of goods under the Uniform Commercial Code are typically four years (UCC § 2‑725). Choice‑of‑law, accrual, and written‑instrument scope are fact‑sensitive.
Business torts (fraud, tortious interference, conversion)
Fraud, negligent misrepresentation, and tortious interference claims in New York are generally subject to a six-year statute of limitations (with fraud actions also measured from two years after discovery). Pleading with particularity and quantifying damages early preserves leverage and avoids dismissal traps.
Member, Shareholder & Partnership Disputes
Deadlock, oppression, buy-sell enforcement, books-and-records, fiduciary-duty claims, diversion of corporate opportunities, valuation fights. We pair urgent relief (status quo orders, accounting, custodian/receiver when needed) with discovery that surfaces real leverage.
Employment & Real Estate Disputes
New York businesses often face employment law issues—such as wage-and-hour claims, wrongful termination, or discrimination suits—as well as disputes over commercial leases and real estate. We negotiate and litigate these matters in state and federal courts, enforcing contracts and protecting your rights under New York and federal law.
Non-compete, non-solicit & trade secret litigation
New York enforces non compete and non solicitation agreements only to the extent necessary to protect an employer’s legitimate interests—such as trade secrets, confidential information and customer goodwill—without imposing undue hardship on the employee or harm to the public. Covenants must be reasonable in duration and geographic scope. Trade secret misappropriation claims must be filed within three years of discovery and can result in injunctions and damages.
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Why New York Companies Choose Our Commercial Litigation Attorneys
- Local court fluency. We regularly litigate in New York County Supreme Court (Commercial Division), Civil Court, and the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York—meaning realistic timelines and local nuance.
- Results with discipline. High-value disputes are handled with precision and focus—no courtroom theatrics. We align resources, law, and facts to achieve business-first outcomes.
- Phased budgets. Clear scopes, high-level budgets that adjust when needed, and updates as the case develops.
- Speed when it matters. Fast action on urgent relief to contain ongoing harm.
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If you’re in a live dispute, you don’t need a war story—you need a plan. Send us the core documents and a two-sentence goal. We’ll map options, risk, and budget so you can decide quickly.
FAQ: Commercial Litigation Lawyers New York
How long do I have to sue for breach of contract in New York?
Up to 6 years for most written or oral contract claims under New York’s CPLR 213(2). Contracts for the sale of goods under New York’s UCC § 2‑725 generally have a 4‑year limitations period. Facts matter—have counsel review accrual, applicable statutes, and any contractual limitations clauses.
Are non-competes enforceable in New York?
New York enforces non compete and non solicitation agreements only to the extent necessary to protect a legitimate employer interest—such as trade secrets, confidential information and customer goodwill—and only if they are reasonable in duration and geographic scope. Covenants cannot impose undue hardship on the employee or harm the public, and courts may refuse to enforce them if an employee was terminated without cause. Overbroad customer or employee restrictions often fail. Always review your agreements and specific facts with counsel before assuming a covenant is valid.
How fast can we stop ongoing harm?
New York courts can grant temporary restraining orders (TROs) and preliminary injunctions under CPLR Article 63 or Federal Rule 65 to stop ongoing harm such as misappropriation of trade secrets, breaches of restrictive covenants, or ongoing interference with contracts. To obtain this relief, you must show a likelihood of success on the merits, irreparable harm if the conduct continues, and that the equities favor your position. We prepare affidavits, exhibits and narrowly tailored requests so the court can act quickly.
What counts as "commercial litigation"?
Commercial litigation encompasses disputes between businesses, owners, investors, and professionals over contractual obligations, corporate governance, fiduciary duties, or unfair competition. In New York City, the most common business disputes include breach of contract, partnership and shareholder disagreements, employment law violations, and conflicts arising from commercial leases and real estate transactions. These cases require swift, strategic action to protect operations, cash flow, and reputation, often seeking monetary damages or equitable relief in the Commercial Division of the New York Supreme Court or federal courts.