Transactional Disputes
In the complex landscape of transactional disputes, our firm is a recognized leader, uniquely positioned to offer unparalleled insight and strategic solutions to our clients. Our transactional dispute lawyers operate at the critical intersection of corporate and litigation practice areas, understanding both deal mechanics and how to litigate or resolve disputes effectively.
We provide comprehensive litigation services, regularly representing clients in high-stakes disputes in key jurisdictions, including Delaware, New York, London, Paris, Frankfurt, Milan, Dubai, Singapore, Sydney, and elsewhere. Our team handles cases involving fraud; breaches of fiduciary duty; breaches of representations and warranties and post-close financial arrangements; trade secrets; corporate governance and control; competitive restrictions; and more, ensuring that our clients receive seamless support throughout the dispute resolution process.
Our Differentiators
- Early Consultation
We prioritize early engagement in the transactional process to anticipate and mitigate potential disputes. By consulting with our clients at the outset, we can identify and address issues before they escalate, thereby reducing the risk of costly and protracted litigation. - Comprehensive Litigation Handling
Our team is skilled at managing all types of litigation, both pre- and post-closing. We ensure seamless transitions without disruption, maintaining continuity and minimizing potential issues while achieving resolutions efficiently. Our client-centric approach allows us to handle disputes at any stage, providing our clients with confidence that their interests are protected throughout the entire process. - Strategic Advice
Our primary focus is on helping clients protect their rights while achieving their desired outcomes and goals. We provide strategic advice that is tailored to optimize goal achievement and rights protection. Our litigators work closely with our transactional partners throughout the deal process, ensuring that our clients receive the most effective and strategic solutions. - Seamless Integration
The close collaboration between our litigators and transactional lawyers ensures that strategic advice is seamlessly integrated into the deal process, providing clients with ideal solutions that align with their business objectives.
Why K&L Gates
The firm has a deep bench of professionals equipped with the right skills and experience in the strategic locations where post-acquisitions disputes most commonly occur. We can therefore provide a unique blend of early consultation before disputes arise and then comprehensive litigation capabilities thereafter, while also providing strategic advice to get to the best solution for our clients. This makes us the ideal strategic partner for resolving transactional disputes by helping our clients achieve their goals in a way that sets us apart from the competition.
