Lakeland Civil Litigation Lawyer

What is Civil Litigation?

Civil litigation in Florida involves a legal dispute between two or more parties seeking monetary damages or specific performance rather than criminal sanctions. The process begins when the plaintiff files a complaint to obtain a legal remedy, and the defendant responds by answering the complaint. The civil litigation process in Florida typically follows several stages, including pleadings, discovery, pre-trial proceedings, trial, and possibly appeal. During the discovery phase, parties exchange relevant information and gather evidence to build their cases, which may include depositions, interrogatories, and requests for production. Florida courts oversee the litigation process to ensure that justice is served, and the rules are uniformly applied.

Florida's civil litigation system is designed to resolve disputes efficiently and fairly. Litigants in Florida may encounter different types of civil cases, including contract disputes, property disputes, personal injury claims, and family law matters. The Florida Rules of Civil Procedure govern the conduct of civil litigation and ensure that parties have a fair opportunity to present their cases. These rules dictate the timeline for filing motions, conducting discovery, and scheduling trial dates. Mediation is often encouraged in Florida as a means to settle disputes out of court, potentially saving time and resources for both parties. However, if a settlement is not reached, the case proceeds to trial, where a judge or jury will render a decision based on the evidence presented.

What Types of Civil Litigation do you Handle?

While some common types of civil litigation tend to be handled by firms specializing in that type of litigation—e.g. personal injury suits; insurance claims; certain real estate disputes—there are a wide array of claims that are unique in their own right, and it may be difficult to find representation for these matters. Some of the civil litigation claims I handle include:

  • Breach of contract matters

  • Certain real estate disputes

  • Small claims matters

  • Landlord-tenant matters

  • Civil claim defenses when not handled by insurance

Feel free to reach out for a case evaluation, and I will determine if your case is one which I can provide representation.

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