In Maryland, civil litigation specifically involves legal disputes between parties where damages or remedies are sought. Maryland civil litigation in our office includes business disputes, all types of contract disputes and contract lawsuits, property disputes (including tree disputes, adverse possession, and landscaping disputes), property damage claims, liability in spite of a waiver, appeals, unfair competition, and unjust enrichment. In fact all types of Maryland of contract disputes are handled by each our Rockville, Maryland civil litigation attorneys. Longman & Van Grack handles all of these types of civil lawsuits and litigation matters in Rockville. Maryland civil litigation matters begin in either the Maryland District Court and Maryland Circuit Court (such as the Montgomery County Circuit Court in Rockville). Specifically, our Rockville litigation attorneys have handled many civil lawsuits, mediation, and arbitration in Montgomery County District Court and Montgomery County Circuit Court (both located in Rockville, MD). Federal civil litigation in Maryland begin in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland. Litigants in these federal district courts can appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

Although the details of every civil litigation matter vary dramatically depending on the circumstances and jurisdiction, in Rockville, Maryland, the legal process of most civil litigation matters is standard. After a client comes to our Rockville office for an initial consultation, our civil litigation lawyers will begin the investigation and legal analysis process. If our civil or commercial litigation client is the plaintiff, our civil litigation attorneys will investigate if there is a prima facie case (or enough evidence to bring a lawsuit). If our civil litigation client is the defendant in the lawsuit, our civil litigation lawyers will work tirelessly to identify and devise any possible litigation defense strategies that may be available. Our attorneys will even attempt to determine whether our client can file a counterclaim (which is a lawsuit against the party suing them) Montgomery County District Court and Montgomery County Circuit Court (in Rockville, MD).

After the initial investigation, each civil litigation lawyer will artfully draft and file pleadings. In Maryland Circuit and District Courts, pleadings are the documents needed to initiate a Maryland civil case and include the Summons, Complaint, and Answer. Depending again upon what side our client is on in the litigation matter, the requisite documents will be filed within the time limitations set forth by law.

Maryland’s motion practice is the method by which civil litigation attorneys argue their points before trial. Longman and Van Grack’s seasoned civil and commercial litigation lawyers will use motion practice for various reasons including seeking a directed verdict and summary judgment and opposing the other sides motions. This is also where our civil litigation attorneys work to develop a trial strategy as well as prepare witnesses to testify and physical evidence for trial.

When faced with a lawsuit in Rockville, many people contemplate a long and public trial. At Longman & Van Grack, we focus on settlement and avoiding trial if possible. Longman & Van Grack’s Rockville civil and commercial litigation attorneys work tirelessly to settle our civil litigation cases prior to trial. It’s is our view that the best solution for our clients is to spend as little time as possible in the courtroom. Most parties prefer to settle their lawsuit prior to trial as it can be expensive and risky.

During a Circuit Court or District Court civil litigation trial in Rockville, Maryland, the litigation parties present their cases to the court, which could be a judge or a judge and jury, via direct and cross examination of witnesses and the presentation of other evidence. If your civil litigation case does proceed to trial (such as in Montgomery County Circuit Court in Rockville, Maryland), Longman & Van Grack’s skilled trial attorneys can offer top-notch trial representation.

Regardless of any outcome in a Rockville trial, in the case of appeal, it is essential to secure the representation of a capable appeals attorney to handle the complicated Maryland appeals process. The attorneys at Longman & Van Grack are also well-versed in the appeals process. To learn about the Maryland and Federal appeals process, visit out Appellate Practice Page.

Again, most Maryland civil litigation lawsuits settle before going to trial, and our litigation attorneys focus on that outcome for our clients. Whether settlements are reached privately or via alternate dispute resolution such as mediation or arbitration, it is essential that you are represented by a seasoned civil litigation attorney and litigation law firm that can negotiate for appropriate compensation as well as protect your rights. The Rockville civil and commercial litigation lawyers at Longman & Van Grack had significant experience in negotiating settlements for our clients.

At Longman & Van Grack, our Rockville civil litigation attorneys address many different types of litigation, including appeals. Our civil litigation lawyers regularly represent clients in commercial litigation, business disputes, real estate and property disputes (including tree damage disputes), contract disputes, property damage claims, estate litigation, construction litigation, and appeals. These matters are addressed in each of our Rockville Litigation Office. Specifically, our Rockville Office is located on North Washington Street, within only a few blocks of the Maryland District Court for Montgomery County and Maryland Circuit Court for Montgomery County.

Whether representing a home builder with regard to construction in our Builders and Construction Litigation Group, representing a whitewater rafting outfitter with regard to liability in our Sports and Recreation Law Group, or addressing a contract dispute, our litigation attorneys have familiarity with the legal process and the specific topics therein. Our Rockville litigation attorneys regularly handle cases in the Maryland District Court, Maryland Circuit Court, US District Court for the District of Maryland, Maryland Court of Appeals, and the US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

The Rockville trial attorneys at Longman & Van Grack skillfully practice in all areas of civil litigation. Contact us at (301)291-5027 to meet us at our Rockville, Maryland office.