North Mississippi Litigation Firm Advises Small and Large Businesses

Knowledgeable counselors assist clients in Oxford, Tupelo and Corinth

Effective advocacy in business and commercial litigation demands much more than courtroom skill. A strong lawyer must constantly remain aware of the effect legal proceedings have on their clients’ business. The Mississippi attorneys at Clayton O’Donnell, PLLC have decades of experience advising a wide range of companies and know how to blend legal advocacy with bottom-line concerns. From offices in Oxford, Tupelo and Corinth, we are dedicated to securing successful results in tort, contract and other types of commercial litigation.

Diligent representation for cases involving alleged business torts

Our attorneys litigate commercial tort cases on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants. We handle cases alleging:

• Tortious interference — This can occur when a third party willfully damages a contractual or business relationship between two other entities. Disputes often center on whether the conduct in question was malicious or simply normal business posturing. The plaintiff must demonstrate the actual damages that resulted from the alleged misbehavior. As this litigation often depends on subjective determinations, strong, experienced advocacy is essential.
• Fraud and misrepresentation — Whether the allegations are valid or someone is just upset at the outcome of a transaction, fraud cases can be costly. Under Mississippi law, a plaintiff must prove that they suffered damages as a result of the speaker’s knowing misrepresentation. By thoroughly investigating and litigating each relevant factor, we make a strong case at trial or during settlement talks.
• Trade secrets — The Mississippi Uniform Trade Secrets Act prohibits the misappropriation of proprietary information when its owner is making reasonable efforts to maintain its secrecy. This sometimes occurs in situations when an employee leaves an employer to work for a competitor. Our lawyers have the background to litigate these cases even when they involve detailed technical or scientific evidence.

We always litigate business tort matters based on our clients’ specific objectives and can often resolve these cases quickly and outside of court by making a strong legal and factual demonstration.

Seasoned attorneys handle simple and complex breach of contract claims

Whether a party has failed to honor its contractual obligations to your business or you are being accused of violating the terms of an agreement, our attorneys can promptly evaluate each side’s claims. From there, we provide diligent representation to protect your rights under the contract or release you from your responsibilities if the breach is fundamental. We can analyze complex documents quickly and negotiate to reach the resolution you seek.

Contact a skilled North Mississippi business litigation attorney

Clayton O’Donnell, PLLC represents Mississippi clients in a full range of business and commercial litigation matters. Please call 662-638-0086 or contact us online to schedule a meeting at one of our offices located in Oxford, Tupelo and Corinth.