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Commercial Litigation

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Commercial disputes, if not addressed swiftly, efficiently and cost-effectively, can jeopardize the profitability, reputation and sometimes the very existence of a business.

When conflict is unavoidable, businesses and individuals turn to Babst Calland for their litigation needs. Our Business and Commercial Litigation team of attorneys has time-tested experience and a deep pool of knowledge, as well as the support needed to resolve all types of commercial litigation matters.

We represent clients across a broad spectrum of commercial and business disputes, with concentrated experience in:

  • Accountant liability
  • Antitrust
  • Appellate practice
  • Asset purchase, divestiture and indemnity agreements
  • Challenges to agency actions
  • Class action
  • Contract disputes
  • Fraud
  • Insurance coverage
  • Premises liability
  • Products liability
  • Property damage claims
  • Real estate
  • Real property tax assessment appeals
  • Securities
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Mark D. Shepard

Shareholder; Management Committee; General Counsel
Email: mshepard@babstcalland.com
Telephone: 412-394-6546
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At Babst Calland we recognize and appreciate the art of being a successful trial attorney. Our litigators are not limited by the purely legal aspects of a commercial case. We understand what is important to the fact-finder, and use the best mix of technology and advocacy skills to passionately represent our clients in a timely and cost-effective manner.

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