Civil disputes have a way of escalating beyond what either party expected at the outset. What begins as a contract disagreement or a business conflict can quickly consume time, money, and professional relationships. When a dispute reaches the point where it needs to be resolved through the legal system, having effective representation in your corner is the difference between a favorable outcome and a damaging one. Inman & Strickler litigates civil matters at every level of Virginia’s court system and in federal court.
Our civil litigation practice covers a wide range of disputes involving individuals, businesses, and other entities. Contract disputes are among the most common—whether a party has failed to perform under an agreement, breached a service contract, or disputes the terms of a deal. We also handle business disputes between partners or shareholders, fraud and misrepresentation claims, real property disputes, landlord-tenant litigation, and cases involving tortious interference with business relationships.
Norfolk’s position as a major commercial port city and military hub creates a business environment that generates a distinct mix of civil disputes. Commercial contracts tied to defense contracting, shipping and logistics, real estate development, and government procurement all carry particular complexity that our attorneys are equipped to handle.
Effective civil litigation starts long before anyone walks into a courtroom. The work of building a strong case—gathering and analyzing evidence, identifying the right legal theories, understanding the facts deeply enough to anticipate the other side’s arguments—happens in the weeks and months before trial. We take that preparation seriously.
Many civil matters are resolved through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution before reaching trial. We pursue those avenues when they serve our clients’ interests, but we don’t approach them from a position of weakness. Our willingness to take a case to verdict—and our track record of doing so effectively—gives our clients leverage at the negotiating table.
Whether you are a business protecting a contract interest, an individual who has been wronged by a company or another person, or a party defending against claims that shouldn’t have been brought in the first place, our civil litigation team brings the same level of commitment to your case. We understand that the stakes in civil disputes are real—financially and professionally—and we take that seriously.
If you’re facing a civil dispute in Norfolk or the surrounding Hampton Roads area, don’t wait until the other side has set the terms. Contact Inman & Strickler to speak with an experienced civil litigation attorney and understand your position before making any decisions.
