Business Details
Trusted Commercial Litigation Attorneys in Melville, NY
At Barnes & Barnes, we specialize in commercial litigation and business law, providing strategic legal solutions tailored to our clients' objectives. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys represent businesses and individuals in complex disputes across New York State Supreme Court, Federal Court, and arbitration forums. Our practice spans diverse industries including finance, healthcare, real estate, technology, and manufacturing, with a focus on delivering cost-effective, results-driven advocacy.We prioritize pragmatic strategies to resolve breaches of contract, fiduciary duties, business fraud, and unfair competition matters. Our team's deep understanding of Long Island's legal landscape, coupled with a track record of successful case outcomes, positions us to protect our clients' interests in high-stakes commercial disputes ranging from New York City to Montauk.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Breach of Contract
Business Fraud
Real Estate Disputes
Shareholder Disputes
Arbitration
Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Unfair Competition
Construction Law
Wire Transfer Fraud
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of experience in commercial litigation and business law
- Our attorneys deliver pragmatic strategies aligned with business objectives
- We serve diverse industries including finance, healthcare, and technology
- Our team has secured millions in recoveries for clients
- We provide cost-effective legal solutions for complex disputes
Associations and certifications
- Long Island Business News Best Construction Law Firm
- Long Island Business News Best Litigation Law Firm
What people say
Always responsive
Keen insight
Minimize risk
Timely results
Successful outcomes
Services
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigation practice resolves complex business conflicts in state and federal courts. We represent clients in breach of contract claims, shareholder disputes, and business torts. With decades of trial experience, we deliver strategic solutions that align with clients' business objectives while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Breach of Contract
We handle contract disputes across industries, from initial breach assessment to courtroom litigation. Our attorneys analyze contractual obligations, negotiate settlements, and litigate damages claims. Our approach focuses on enforcing contractual rights while minimizing business disruption for clients in New York and beyond.
Real Estate Disputes
Our real estate litigation practice addresses commercial property conflicts including contract breaches, partition actions, and lease disputes. We represent buyers, sellers, and developers in resolving title issues, enforcement of agreements, and recovery of damages through litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Arbitration
We provide experienced representation in arbitration proceedings through major forums including AAA, JAMS, and FINRA. Our attorneys effectively present complex business disputes in streamlined proceedings, focusing on achieving favorable outcomes while reducing litigation costs and maintaining confidentiality.
Breach of Fiduciary Duty
We represent corporations and individuals in fiduciary duty claims involving directors, officers, and business partners. Our practice includes enforcing fiduciary obligations, defending against allegations of misconduct, and recovering damages from breaches affecting business operations and shareholder interests.
People
Leo K. Barnes, Jr.
Attorney
Experienced commercial litigation attorney with decades of experience handling complex business disputes in New York courts. Focuses on breach of contract, fiduciary duty claims, and business fraud cases.
Matthew J. Barnes
Attorney
Skilled litigator representing businesses in commercial disputes, including real estate conflicts, shareholder disagreements, and breach of fiduciary duty claims across Long Island and New York City.
Ryan J. McMahon
Attorney
Commercial litigation attorney handling business disputes in state and federal courts, with experience in breach of contract claims, arbitration proceedings, and business fraud matters.
Sonia A. Russo
Attorney
Business litigation attorney focusing on commercial disputes, including breach of fiduciary duty claims, shareholder conflicts, and real estate litigation in New York's courts and arbitration forums.
Morgan E. Weber
Attorney
Litigation attorney representing clients in business disputes involving contract breaches, commercial real estate conflicts, and business fraud allegations throughout Long Island and New York City.
Questions
What types of business disputes do you handle?
We handle complex commercial disputes including breach of contract, business fraud, shareholder conflicts, real estate litigation, breach of fiduciary duty, and unfair competition cases.
Do you handle cases outside New York?
While based in Melville, our attorneys handle commercial litigation matters in federal courts and arbitration forums nationwide, with particular experience in Northeast business disputes.
How do you approach business litigation costs?
We focus on cost-effective solutions through early case assessment, strategic settlement negotiations, and efficient trial preparation to minimize legal expenses for our clients.
What industries do you serve?
Our practice spans finance, healthcare, real estate, technology, manufacturing, energy, and professional services sectors, providing industry-specific legal strategies for business disputes.
Can you handle urgent business litigation needs?
We prioritize responsive service for time-sensitive matters, including emergency injunctions and temporary restraining orders to protect business interests in critical disputes.
How do you resolve real estate contract disputes?
We employ strategic approaches including specific performance claims, damage recovery, and contract enforcement through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods tailored to client objectives.
