Business & Commercial Litigation

Salt Lake City Business Litigation Attorneys

Every business enterprise will likely face a legal challenge at one point or another. At Christensen & Jensen, our business law attorneys are results-oriented, first exploring non-litigation approaches such as pre-suit investigation and possible resolution, mediation, or settlement conferences—all of which can save time and money. If litigation or arbitration does become necessary, we have the breadth of experience to effectively represent you and your company in a wide array of matters. We have experience with prejudgment and post-judgment writs along with supplemental proceedings.

Christensen & Jensen’s business litigation attorneys are admitted to practice in state courts in Utah, various jurisdictions across the country, as well as in federal district courts throughout the U.S., in U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals, and before the U.S. Supreme Court.

At Christensen & Jensen, our business litigation team works with enterprises of all sizes and stages of development, including established businesses, start-ups, small businesses, non-profits, and publicly traded companies. We work with business and corporate clients in Utah and throughout the United States.

Salt Lake City Business Litigation Attorneys

BUSINESS LITIGATION ATTORNEYS IN UTAH

When your business encounters a legal challenge, you need a business attorney who will take the time to fully understand your legal issue, the urgency of your situation, and the outcome you’d like to achieve. At Christensen & Jensen, we pride ourselves on proactive communications with our clients, keeping you informed about the progress of your case—and on being ultra-responsive, by returning calls and emails promptly. We also ensure that we’re in alignment when it comes to your legal issues, timelines, and goals.

We also understand that pursuing litigation or defending against a business claim represents an investment in the future of your business. We know that the value you receive should exceed the cost, and it’s our goal to be good stewards of your investment.

Christensen & Jensen’s Attorneys Have Extensive Litigation Experience in the Following Areas

General Commercial Business Litigation

General Commercial Business Litigation

Christensen & Jensen business attorneys have litigation and mediation experience in a wide array of business and commercial matters including:

  • Administrative disputes
  • Antitrust Law and Litigation
  • Bad Faith Litigation
  • Business Dissolution
  • Business Partnership Disputes and Divorce
  • Class Action Litigation
  • Commercial Real Estate and Property Issues
  • Construction Law & Construction Disputes
  • Consolidated, Multi-Party Litigation
  • Corporate Finance and Securities Law
  • Dealership and Franchise Disputes
  • Direct Sales Litigation (door-to-door sales)
  • Director and Officer Liability
  • Dram Shop
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC) cases
  • Federal Drug Administration (FDA) cases
  • Franchising
  • Individual and Corporate Defamation
  • Liquor Law Compliance
  • Local Counsel Representation
  • Multi Level Marketing (MLM) Disputes
  • Nuisance Matters
  • Partnership Disputes
  • Ponzi Schemes
  • Private Deals/Post-Closing Disputes
  • Products Liability Litigation
  • Regulatory Investigations and Litigation
  • Restrictive Covenant/Trade Secret Litigation
  • Securities Litigation
  • Transportation Law
  • Toxic Torts
  • Utah Pattern of Unlawful Activity Act
  • Will, Trust, and Probate disputes
  • Whistleblower
Breach of Contract/Contract Disputes

Breach of Contract / Contract Disputes

Christensen & Jensen attorneys have experience in a variety of contract matters including:

  • Anticipatory Breach
  • Asset Purchase or Sale
  • Commercial Loans and Debt
  • Failure to Pay or Perform
  • Fundamental Breach
  • Lease Disputes
  • Material Breach
  • Minor Breach
  • Nondisclosure Agreement (NDA) Disputes
  • Non-Solicitation Agreement
  • Noncompete Agreement
  • Purchase and Lease Agreements
  • Promissory Notes and Personal Guarantees
  • Sales of Goods and Services
  • Vendor Disputes
Corporate Governance Litigation

Corporate Governance Litigation

At Christensen and Jensen, we can litigate many corporate governance matters including:

  • Partnership or Internal Governance Disputes
  • Shareholder Disputes and Derivative Suits
  • Corporate Takeover-Related Disputes
  • Poison Pill and Other Defensive Measures
  • Private Deals/Post-Closing Disputes
  • Proxy Battles
Employment and Labor Law Litigation

Employment and Labor Law Litigation

At Christensen and Jensen, we can help litigate many workplace issues including:

  • Civil Rights Cases
  • Discrimination Claims
  • Employment Disputes
  • ERISA (employee benefits) matter
  • Employment Law and Litigation
  • Labor Relations
  • Unemployment Issues
  • Wage and Hour Disputes
  • Workers Compensation Disputes
Cybersecurity, Data Protection & Privacy

Data Protection & Privacy Litigation

Christensen & Jensen attorneys have the experience needed to litigate a wide variety of data protection and privacy matters including:

  • Consumer and Data Privacy Issues
  • Cybersecurity Law Matters
  • HIPAA-Compliance Issues
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Issues
  • Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA) Issues
Intellectual Property (IP)

Intellectual Property Infringement or Misappropriation Litigation

Christensen & Jensen attorneys have experience in a variety of contract matters including:

  • Protection of Trade Secrets
  • Patent Disputes
  • Trademark Disputes
  • Copyright Disputes
  • Trade secret litigation
Business Torts

Business Torts

Business torts, sometimes called economic torts, are wrongful acts that hurt a business or its assets, usually by causing a financial loss or damage to the company’s reputation. Christensen & Jensen attorneys have experience with litigation involving:

  • Actual or Threatened Theft of Trade Secrets
  • Breach of Contract/Fiduciary Duty
  • Business Interference
  • Fraud and Misrepresentation-Based Claims
  • Restraint of Trade
  • Trade Libel
  • Tortious Interference or Unlawful Competition of a Business
  • Unfair Competition

Not sure if you need business litigation right now?

Do you have a business dispute that you’re not sure warrants the assistance of a business litigation attorney at the moment? The very fact that you’re looking for information on business litigation likely means that you’re concerned that your small problem will become a big problem. By addressing the issue early, and taking the right legal steps now, your business could save time and money, and dramatically increase your chances of prevailing.

Reach out to schedule a consultation with one of our business attorneys today. We can guide you with legal strategies designed to improve your company’s legal position and add to your peace of mind.

Christensen & Jensen business law attorneys have experience working with enterprises in a variety of industries, including:

• Construction

• Professional Services

• Non-Profits

• Crisis Management

• Distributors/Wholesalers

• Education

• General services (e.g., repair & maintenance, security, etc.)

• Healthcare (specifically Medical & Dental)

• Hospitality/Restaurants/Bars

• Information Technology (IT)

• Insurance and Financial Planning

• Industrial equipment and industrial services

• Manufacturing

• Marketing/Advertising/Web Development

• Nonprofit/Tax-Exempt Organizations

• Oil, Gas, & Mining

• Professional

• Product law

• Property Management

• Religious Organizations

• Retail

• Real Estate

• Travel and Tourism

• Transportation & Warehousing

• Trucking & logistics companies

REVIEWS

Barry Scholl has been counsel for my high-end fashion and gift shop for a number of years. He has helped us with leases and other contracts, company trademarks and other issues. Barry works hard to understand his clients’ needs and is always happy to answer our questions or to deal with time-sensitive matters. We recommend him highly to fellow business owners.

Sheridan Mordue

Owner/President
Hip and Humble Inc.

Barry Scholl has been counsel for my high-end fashion and gift shop for a number of years. He has helped us with leases and other contracts, company trademarks and other issues. Barry works hard to understand his clients’ needs and is always happy to answer our questions or to deal with time-sensitive matters. We recommend him highly to fellow business owners.

Sheridan Mordue

Owner/President
Hip and Humble Inc.

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