Litigation Defense
Cost-Effective Resolution of Disputes
McKenna Storer was founded as a litigation defense firm dedicated to representing individuals and businesses involved in general tort and injury cases. More than sixty years later, our commitment to defend and resolve all matters from single party disputes to complex litigation cases involving multiple parties remains steadfast. No matter how complicated a lawsuit, the legal strategy we design and implement is geared towards early and cost-effective resolution.
If litigation can be avoided and disputes resolved without litigation, we will counsel you and negotiate on your behalf to achieve that goal. Using all available resources and a lean approach, our team will seek mediation, arbitration and pre-trial settlements to help avoid long and expensive court battles.
Trust in our hands-on experience with litigation defense involving:
Malpractice Suits
Commercial Disputes
Contract litigation
Negligence suits
Intellectual property litigation
Employee discrimination claims
Breach of contract
Consumer fraud
Disclosure violation
Privacy issues
Class action
Creditor disputes
Contractor disputes
Insurance litigation
And More
Comprehensive Range of Commercial Litigation Services
McKenna Storer’s litigation defense team takes an aggressive approach to reducing your legal expenses. This includes the use of alternative dispute resolution, computer management of files, and appropriate use of paralegal support to minimize litigation costs. When a trial is unavoidable, our defense strategy is carefully planned to minimize time spent in court. Ongoing evaluation and efficient implementation ensures the most effective and economical handling of the commercial litigation matter at hand.
We represent defendants in virtually all areas including:
Civil Litigation
Defend individuals and companies in litigation relating to all aspects of business operations
Employment Litigation
Defending companies in employee discrimination and harassment claims
Construction Disputes
Protect and defend property developers, general contractors, sub-contractors, design professionals, etc. in complicated, high-value construction claims
Medical Malpractice
Defending healthcare professionals and medical centers in malpractice claims
Insurance Defense
Advise, represent and defend self-insureds and insurance companies in complex litigation, improper claims and unfair practices lawsuits
Product Liability
Represent businesses under litigation for faulty products, lack of proper warnings and improper manufacturing processes
Professional Liability
Defending all licensed professionals, including medical professionals, in cases involving negligence, malpractice and misconduct
For decades, McKenna Storer attorneys have successfully defended doctors, nurses, physical therapists, accountants, bankers, insurance companies, insurers and their insureds, construction companies, engineers, general contractors, and small businesses in all types of cases. Whether complex or straightforward, our attorneys work closely with you to evaluate your case and develop a blueprint for resolving the dispute with the best possible outcome in a timely, cost-efficient manner.
We have extensive experience spanning diverse industries including real estate, insurance, healthcare, manufacturing and financial services. This depth and breadth of experiences enables us to provide you with legal counsel on how to avoid litigation and resolve issues before they turn into lawsuits.
Successful Litigation Defense, Arbitration and Trial Counsel across Jurisdictions
Having successfully resolved hundreds of commercial litigation matters in federal and state courts, you can feel confident in our team’s trial presentation skills. Your designated lawyer leads the rest of our litigation team to deliver the best possible defense. Cost, risks and probable outcomes are fully assessed at every step so you can best serve your insureds. Rest assured, when commercial litigation is unavoidable, we will uncover that needle in the haystack to provide the best defense possible.
Call McKenna Storer at 312-558-3900 (Chicago) or 815-334-9690 (Woodstock) for a consultation or to learn more about our litigation defense services.