Litigation & Disputes Lawyers in the United States

Litigation lawyers handle disputes that may end up in court, such as breach of contract, unpaid debts, property and partnership disputes, and appeals. They also negotiate settlements and use mediation or arbitration to avoid trial where possible.

18 firms list litigation & disputes work in United States.

Litigation & Disputes Lawyers by state

Before you sue

US courts generally follow the "American rule": each side pays its own lawyer, unless a contract or statute says otherwise. Small claims courts handle lower-value cases quickly, often without lawyers, and the limit varies by state. Deadlines (statutes of limitations) apply to every type of claim.

Questions to ask a litigation & disputes lawyer

  • How strong is my case, honestly, and what could I realistically recover?
  • What will it cost to take this all the way, and what could I recover from the other side?
  • Is mediation worth trying first?
  • What is the time limit for bringing my claim?