Business Litigation

From Contract Disputes to Business Torts: We Handle It All

At Madgett Law, we understand the complex challenges Minnesota businesses face, especially when legal disputes arise. Whether you’re navigating a breach of contract, facing unfair business practices, or entangled in a shareholder dispute, our experienced business litigation team is here to protect your interests and help you achieve the best possible outcome — in negotiation, in mediation, or in the courtroom.

From our office in the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis, we represent businesses and business owners across the Twin Cities metro and Greater Minnesota — from closely held companies and startups to established firms — in Minnesota state and federal courts.

Our Business Litigation Services

• Breach of Contract: We will fight to enforce your contractual rights and obtain the compensation you deserve.
• Business Torts: We will protect your business from unfair competition, deceptive practices, and other wrongful acts.
• Shareholder Disputes: We will help you resolve disagreements and protect your ownership rights in closely held companies.
• Partnership Disputes: We will assist you in resolving conflicts and protecting your interests within the partnership.
• Employment Law: We will defend your business against claims of discrimination, wrongful termination, and other employment-related issues.
• Real Estate Litigation: We will represent you in disputes involving commercial leases, property rights, and construction contracts.
• Intellectual Property: We will protect your valuable intellectual property assets, including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

Why Minnesota Businesses Choose Madgett Law

• Courtroom-tested advocacy. Founder David J.S. Madgett built his litigation skills as a U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate and has represented clients ranging from individuals to institutions — including experience at one of Minnesota’s largest law firms — before founding Madgett Law.
• Right-sized for real businesses. You get senior-level attention without big-firm overhead, and a strategy matched to the economics of your dispute — we don’t litigate your case past the point where it stops making business sense.
• Straight answers early. We start with a candid case evaluation: your realistic outcomes, your exposure, your leverage, and what each path will likely cost.

How We Can Help

Our team has extensive experience representing clients in a wide variety of business litigation matters. We offer comprehensive legal services, including:

• Case evaluation: We will thoroughly evaluate your case and advise you of your legal options.
• Pre-litigation negotiation: We will attempt to resolve your dispute through negotiation and mediation before resorting to litigation.
• Discovery and investigation: We will gather evidence and depose witnesses to build a strong case on your behalf.
• Trial preparation: We will prepare you for trial and present your case to the court in a compelling and persuasive manner.
• Appeals: If necessary, we will represent you in the appellate process to ensure your rights are protected.

Facing a business dispute in Minneapolis, St. Paul, or anywhere in Minnesota? Use the Message Us button for a free consultation — it’s the fastest way to reach our team — or call 612-470-6529.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a business litigation attorney cost in Minneapolis?

It depends on the dispute's complexity and how far it goes before resolving. Madgett Law offers competitive rates and flexible fee structures, and we discuss budget openly at the free initial consultation so you can make an informed decision before committing to litigation.

How long does a business lawsuit take in Minnesota?

Many commercial disputes resolve within months through negotiation or mediation. Cases that proceed through Minnesota state or federal court to trial commonly take a year or longer. An early case evaluation helps set a realistic timeline for your specific dispute.

Can I recover attorney fees if I win my business dispute?

Sometimes. Fee recovery generally depends on whether your contract contains a fee-shifting provision or a specific statute allows it. We evaluate fee recovery as part of every case assessment because it can significantly change the economics of a dispute.

Do I have to go to court, or can my business dispute be settled?

Most business disputes settle without a trial. We pursue negotiation and mediation first when that serves your interests — but we prepare every case as if it will be tried, because credible trial preparation is what produces strong settlements.

What should I do first if a business partner or vendor breaches a contract?

Preserve everything: the contract, emails, texts, invoices, and payment records. Avoid confrontational communications that could complicate the dispute. Then talk to a business litigation attorney promptly — early strategy protects your leverage and your legal deadlines.