Our litigation practice is highly regarded with a proven track record for success. Whether representing clients in state and federal courts, administrative proceedings, arbitrations, or mediations, our attorneys are ready to zealously attack and resolve the business and other legal problems our clients may encounter.

Our corporate attorneys routinely advise business clients on the commercial transactions that are essential to the day-to-day operations of successful businesses. From matters relating to the supply of goods or services, to the review and preparation of general commercial contracts, we approach every commercial transaction our clients face with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset.

FCW’s condemnation and eminent domain team is renowned for its vigorous advocacy on behalf of clients in dealing with governmental authorities and utility companies attempting to take land away, as evidenced by the hundreds of millions of dollars of condemnation awards recovered for our clients in such disputes.

Our attorneys represent clients involved in all aspects of the construction industry, including general contractors, building material suppliers, subcontractors, property owners, and developers, in connection with matters ranging from the review and preparation of construction contracts, to lien filings and protection of interests, to day-to-day construction project counseling.

FCW’s corporate and M&A group represents clients throughout the entire life cycle of their businesses—from start-up to liquidation—including formation of companies, ongoing corporate governance, business succession planning, and mergers and acquisitions.

Our intellectual property team has extensive experience representing businesses and individuals in connection with a variety of matters including the registration of patents, trademarks, and copyrights, the protection of valuable trade secrets, and the litigation of intellectual property disputes, including prosecution of patents.

Our attorneys routinely assist employers in the preparation of employment agreements and employee handbooks, as well as in the navigation of the complexities involved in employment litigation, including employee claims under the ADA, ADEA, OSHA, and other laws and regulations.

FCW’s real estate department handles a variety of matters involving both residential and commercial real estate, ranging from the transactional aspects of real property purchases, sales, investments, and leasing, to the litigation of matters such as landlord and tenant disputes, property tax appeals, quiet title actions, and zoning and land use issues.

Our attorneys provide comprehensive estate planning services, with a focus on effectively addressing our clients’ family objectives for transferring their wealth and administering estates, as well as providing representation when probate matters end up in litigation.