Litigation
Our litigation practice concentrates on civil disputes in state and federal courts and administrative tribunals regionally and nationally. The depth of our experience allows us to mobilize quickly and act effectively on behalf of our clients.
Business and Commercial Litigation
We represent businesses in litigation and alternative-dispute resolution involving a myriad of activities and issues, including business acquisitions, securities, antitrust, environmental enforcement and cost recovery, trade disputes, contract disputes, intellectual property, unfair competition and bankruptcy.
Mining and Natural Resources
We represent energy producers, mining companies and pipeline companies in condemnation cases, environmental litigation, contract, royalty and title disputes, industrial accidents and administrative cases.
Taxation
We represent clients before the IRS, state tax commissions, local tax boards and the courts in cases involving property or possessory interest taxes, estate taxes, sales and use taxes, franchise taxes and income taxes.
Labor and Employment
We have extensive experience representing employers in labor matters, discrimination and wrongful termination lawsuits and administrative proceedings, and occupational and mine safety and health claims.
Construction
We handle all types of construction litigation and arbitration involving construction contracts, mechanics' liens, foreclosures, construction bonds and architect and engineer malpractice. Clients include major construction companies, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and utilities as well as insurance and bonding companies involved in construction or construction financing disputes. Our extensive network of technical experts from within the professional community adds significantly to our ability to resolve these disputes for our clients' benefit.
Lender Liability
We represent secured lenders and investment bankers in cases involving lien priorities, disclosure duties, loan disputes and regulatory requirements, among others.
Products Liability
VanCott has substantial experience in products liability cases, including those related to medical, industrial, mine, farm and aviation equipment and consumer products. We also help clients avoid or minimize their exposure to products liability claims in both commercial and consumer settings by reviewing sales and service contracts, product warranties and company operating policies and procedures.
Toxic Exposure Liability
Serving as lead defense counsel in actions involving claims exposure to toxic solvents, paints, asbestos, pesticides, other chemicals and noise, we have developed substantial experience in toxic exposure cases.
First Amendment and Defamation
We represent television and radio stations, newspapers, journalists and professional organizations in lawsuits and administrative proceedings concerning media rights of access to public records and government meetings, judicial and administrative proceedings and defense of defamation cases.
Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice
VanCott attorneys represent clients in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits involving automobile and other accidents and unsafe products. The expertise of our attorneys and the extensive resources within the firm enable us to handle these cases efficiently, professionally and consistent with the highest ethical standards.
Business and Commercial Litigation
We represent businesses in litigation and alternative-dispute resolution involving a myriad of activities and issues, including business acquisitions, securities, antitrust, environmental enforcement and cost recovery, trade disputes, contract disputes, intellectual property, unfair competition and bankruptcy.
Mining and Natural Resources
We represent energy producers, mining companies and pipeline companies in condemnation cases, environmental litigation, contract, royalty and title disputes, industrial accidents and administrative cases.
Taxation
We represent clients before the IRS, state tax commissions, local tax boards and the courts in cases involving property or possessory interest taxes, estate taxes, sales and use taxes, franchise taxes and income taxes.
Labor and Employment
We have extensive experience representing employers in labor matters, discrimination and wrongful termination lawsuits and administrative proceedings, and occupational and mine safety and health claims.
Construction
We handle all types of construction litigation and arbitration involving construction contracts, mechanics' liens, foreclosures, construction bonds and architect and engineer malpractice. Clients include major construction companies, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and utilities as well as insurance and bonding companies involved in construction or construction financing disputes. Our extensive network of technical experts from within the professional community adds significantly to our ability to resolve these disputes for our clients' benefit.
Lender Liability
We represent secured lenders and investment bankers in cases involving lien priorities, disclosure duties, loan disputes and regulatory requirements, among others.
Products Liability
VanCott has substantial experience in products liability cases, including those related to medical, industrial, mine, farm and aviation equipment and consumer products. We also help clients avoid or minimize their exposure to products liability claims in both commercial and consumer settings by reviewing sales and service contracts, product warranties and company operating policies and procedures.
Toxic Exposure Liability
Serving as lead defense counsel in actions involving claims exposure to toxic solvents, paints, asbestos, pesticides, other chemicals and noise, we have developed substantial experience in toxic exposure cases.
First Amendment and Defamation
We represent television and radio stations, newspapers, journalists and professional organizations in lawsuits and administrative proceedings concerning media rights of access to public records and government meetings, judicial and administrative proceedings and defense of defamation cases.
Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice
VanCott attorneys represent clients in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits involving automobile and other accidents and unsafe products. The expertise of our attorneys and the extensive resources within the firm enable us to handle these cases efficiently, professionally and consistent with the highest ethical standards.
For more information contact:
John P. Ashton
801-532-3333
jashton@vancott.com
Robert E. Mansfield
801-532-3333
RMansfield@vancott.com
John P. Ashton
801-532-3333
jashton@vancott.com
Robert E. Mansfield
801-532-3333
RMansfield@vancott.com