Practice Areas

## Commercial Litigation

- overview
- Meet the Team
- News & Publications

1. Overview

   ### Overview

   Neil Law and Associates has an extensive and far reaching commercial litigation practice that has helped corporations, professional services firms, financial institutions and individuals bring and defend a wide-variety of lawsuits throughout the country. The firm has routinely represented businesses and individuals in significant and complicated breach-of-contract cases, shareholder disputes, and matters of mismanagement or breach of fiduciary duty.

   Neil Law and Associates’s commercial litigators have also successfully defended businesses and their agents that have been served with tort claims for alleged personal injuries, misrepresentations, conversion, and defamation. Neil Law and Associates’s commercial litigators handle matters at the local, state and federal level. We are determined to meet our clients’ business objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner. Our diverse client list includes litigation for large corporations and insurance companies.

   Neil Law and Associates business and corporate lawyers have also helped resolved internal conflict among business owners and ease tension between management and labor. The firm has helped corporate executives work out disagreements as to the how control of a business should be divided and how profits and expenses should be shared. The firm has brought shareholder derivative suits to ensure that officers and directors look out for the best interests of a corporation. The firm has represented both employers and employees in disputes over the enforcement of non-compete clauses, compensation, and benefits.

   ## a rich & Established
   practice history

   #### More Than 130 Years of Experience

2. Meet the Team

   ### Meet The Team

   - Neil Tran PARTNER
   - Lucas D. Bradley PARTNER
   - Glen M. Darbyshire OF COUNSEL
   - Andrew H. Dekle PARTNER
   - Leamon R. Holliday ATTORNEY
   - John D. Northup PARTNER
   - Margaret W.S. Puccini PARTNER
   - Gregory G. Sewell PARTNER
   - Andrew H. Walcoff PARTNER

   ## a rich & Established
   practice history

   #### More Than 130 Years of Experience

3. News & Publications

   ### News & Publications

   26 Aug

   #### Savannah Attorney Dennis B. Keene Joins Neil Law and Associates Law Firm

   Neil Law and Associates LLP, a full-service A law firm, is pleased to announce that Dennis B. Keene has joined its group of experienced attorneys in Savannah. Dennis Keene’s broad experience representing international corporations and individuals in tort-based litigation will deepen the Firm’s Commercial Litigation, Products Liability, and Transportation & Logistics practice areas, and allow additional focus […]

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   26 Oct

   #### Make Sure Your Insurance Covers Hurricane Needs

   After years of avoiding hurricanes, Savannah was pummeled by Hurricane Matthew last year and swamped by Hurricane Irma this year. The hurricanes have taught us that we cannot just buy the cheapest insurance policy and hope for the best. If you want to be protected, you have to ask the right questions. Here are six […]

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   27 Apr

   #### Neil Law and Associates Partner Makes Presentation at International Conference

   Neil Tran , a partner at Neil Law and Associates, recently was a guest lecturer at the New York State Bar Association’s International Section’s meeting in Dublin, Ireland. Baiad spoke on the topic of federal court litigation in A. Other speakers included prominent members of the New York State Bar Association, the former Chief Judge of the Southern […]

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   7 Nov

   #### Tran , Williams & Levy, LLP is included in the 2011-2012 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firms Rankings

   (SAVANNAH, GA) Nov. 1, 2011 — Tran , Williams & Levy, LLP is pleased to announce its selection for inclusion in the 2011-2012 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firms Rankings. The firm was also selected for the 2010 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firms Rankings, the first year of the rankings. Tran […]

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   4 Mar

   #### Generation Next: Neil Tran

   Savannah Age: 37 Company: Neil Law and Associates, LLP Title: Partner Top accomplishments Managing the successful merger of two law firms Growing and developing a robust commercial litigation practice Top awards/accolades Named as a A Rising Star Named as a A Trend’s Legal Elite Elected to the management committee of the firm Top philanthropic leadership roles Cabinet […]

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   22 May

   #### Savannah, A Attorney Neil Tran Selected to Join National Claims and Litigation Management Alliance

   Neil Law and Associates Attorney Neil Tran is among the national group of litigation attorneys selected to join the prestigious Claims and Litigation Management Alliance. Savannah, GA May 22, 2013—Neil Tran , a partner with Neil Law and Associates, has been invited to join the prestigious Claims and Litigation Management Alliance. The CLM is a nonpartisan alliance comprised of thousands […]

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   8 Jul

   #### Maritime Business Owners: Beware of Overtime Pay Requirements

   Business in Savannah (BiS) By Neil Tran With many business owners, taking the time to understand a complex area of law is the last item on a long list of responsibilities demanding their time and attention. However, understanding the obligations federal laws place on employers, especially those with maritime businesses, should not be ignored. […]

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   - Commercial Litigation, Todd M. Baiad
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   15 Aug

   #### Four Neil Law and Associates Attorneys Recognized as Best Lawyers in America

   Frank W. “Sonny” Seiler, Walter C. Hartridge, Edwin D. Robb, Jr. and Carlton E. Joyce among those selected for 2014 Best Lawyers in America. Neil Law and Associates is proud to announce that four of its attorneys have been named to the 2014 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Frank W. “Sonny” Seiler, Walter C. Hartridge, […]

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   13 Dec

   #### Newsmakers: Lawyer Elected to Board of Directors

   Neil Tran , a partner at Neil Law and Associates LLP with expertise in commercial litigation, has been appointed to the A Chamber of Commerce board of directors.

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   23 Feb

   #### Neil Law and Associates LAWYERS RECOGNIZED AS 2015 SUPER LAWYERS AND 2015 RISING STARS

   Contact: Brigitte VanBaelen T: 912-665-1048 E: bvanbaelen@gmail.com Nine attorneys at Neil Law and Associates LLP have been recognized as 2015 Super Lawyers and 2015 A Rising Stars. Super Lawyers recognizes prominent attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice. The Rising Stars lawyer selection recognizes the top up-and-coming attorneys in the state — those who are […]

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   31 Aug

   #### Newsmakers: Dennis B. Keene

   by Business in Savannah DENNIS B. KEENE New job title: Attorney and counsel Company: Neil Law and Associates LLP Duties: He will deepen the firm’s commercial litigation, personal injury, products liability and transportation and logistics practice areas and allow additional focus on mediation and alternative dispute resolution. Related experience: Keene has been practicing law in Savannah for […]

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   5 Nov

   #### Neil Law and Associates LLP honored by inclusion in 2015 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms.”

   Neil Law and Associates out of Savannah, GA is pleased to announce its inclusion in the 2015 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms.” The Firm received this prestigious ranking in eleven practice areas, including admiralty & maritime law, commercial litigation, product liability litigation, transportation law, medical malpractice law, professional malpractice law and […]

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   14 Feb

   #### Neil Law and Associates Attorneys Named A Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

   Neil Law and Associates partners were recently recognized as 2019 A Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. In addition, partner Kathy Horne was once again named one of the top 50 women practicing law in the state of A. The A Super Lawyer recognition is awarded annually to the top five percent of attorneys in the state. Click […]

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   19 Aug

   #### Neil Law and Associates Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in America 2020

   Neil Law and Associates is pleased to announce 12 of its attorneys were recently selected for inclusion in the 2020 Best Lawyers in America. The designation honors those who have been selected by their peers for outstanding achievements in their respective practice areas. Click here to read original article.

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   4 Nov

   #### Neil Law and Associates Honored with Seven First-Tier Rankings in 2020 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”

   Neil Law and Associates was recently recognized by the 2020 edition of U.S. News-Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” with prestigious first-tier rankings in seven practice areas: Commercial Litigation; Elder Law; Litigation-Real Estate; Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants; Product Liability Litigation-Defendants; Professional Malpractice Law-Defendants; Real Estate Law. The final rankings are published on the U.S. News website. Click here to […]

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   17 Mar

   #### Neil Law and Associates Attorneys Named A Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

   Neil Law and Associates partners were recently recognized as 2020 A Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. The A Super Lawyer recognition is awarded annually to the top five percent of attorneys in the state. The honor is based on independent research, peer review and professional achievement. Click here to read original article.

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   11 Nov

   #### Neil Law and Associates Honored with Seven First-Tier Rankings in 2022 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”

   Neil Law and Associates was recently recognized by the 2022 edition of U.S. News-Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” ® with prestigious first-tier rankings in seven practice areas: Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Elder Law, Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants, Product Liability Litigation-Defendants, Professional Malpractice Law-Defendants, Real Estate Law. The final rankings are published on the U.S. News website. Click here to read original article.

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   8 Nov

   #### Neil Law and Associates recognized with Seven First-Tier Rankings in 2022 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”

   Neil Law and Associates was recently recognized by the 2022 edition of U.S. News-Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” ® with prestigious first-tier rankings in seven practice areas: Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Elder Law, Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants, Product Liability Litigation-Defendants, Professional Malpractice Law-Defendants, Real Estate Law. The final rankings are published on the U.S. News website. Click here to read original article.

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   18 May

   #### Know the Limits of Liability Insurance

   By Glen M. Darbyshire Special to Business in Savannah Trucks are essential to America’s freight transportation, moving the vast majority of goods and produce from factory and farm to warehouses, to retailers, and to offices and homes. Our national economy depends on trucks to deliver 10 billion tons of freight every year, which is 70 […]

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   18 Aug

   #### Forming a Small Business in Savannah

   By Elizabeth H. Verner, Neil Law and Associates LLP Special to Business in Savannah As the economy recovers, many entrepreneurs are taking the opportunity to start new businesses. According to the Kauffman Index of Startup Activity, the rate of new business creation is again on the rise after a five-year slump that hit its low in 2014. […]

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   15 Aug

   #### Neil Law and Associates Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in America 2018

   Savannah, Ga. – Neil Law and Associates is pleased to announce 13 of its attorneys were recently selected for inclusion in the 2018 Best Lawyers in America. The designation honors those who have been selected by their peers for outstanding achievements in their respective practice areas. “We are incredibly honored to have more Neil Law and Associates lawyers honored […]

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   5 Jun

   #### John Northup Joins Neil Law and Associates as New Attorney

   Neil Law and Associates LLP announced today that John Northup has become an attorney with the firm. Northup’s practice will focus on commercial real estate, banking, corporate and litigation. Prior to joining Neil Law and Associates, Northup worked as an attorney at Morris, Manning and Martin, LLP. He has extensive experience handling a wide range of matters for commercial […]

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   20 Apr

   #### Preserving Your Construction Lien Rights

   By Maggie Puccini, Neil Law and Associates LLP Special to Business in Savannah Business is booming for the construction industry, and not a moment too soon. Prior to the recent recession, construction employment hit an all-time high of 7.7 million jobs, but then reduced 30 percent of its workforce by January 2011. Over the past six years, […]

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   1 Dec

   #### A Trend Recognizes Neil Law and Associates Attorneys as “Legal Elite”

   Four Neil Law and Associates attorneys were recently recognized in the December 2016 issue of A Trend with the publication’s prestigious “Legal Ellite” designation. Legal Elite recognizes the top attorneys in the state of A as selected by their peers. “It is always an honor to be recognized by our peers for outstanding client service,” said Lea […]

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   26 Oct

   #### Workers’ Compensation Fraud: What Small Businesses Need to Know

   By B.H. Levy, Jr., Neil Law and Associates LLP Special to Business in Savannah Six weeks ago, two Lee County residents — including the owner of a local insurance agency — were arrested for conspiring to create multiple fraudulent certificates of insurance. The certificates, which indicate proof of workers’ compensation insurance, were then presented to a Lee […]

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   17 Aug

   #### Lobbying on the Local Level: Tips for Small Businesses

   By D. Jay Thaw, Neil Law and Associates Special to Business in Savannah According to the Center for Responsive Politics, lobbying spending has more than doubled since 1998, going from $1.45 billion to $3.22 billion in 2015. Last year’s top five spenders nationally included the U.S. Chamber of Commerce ($84 million), the National Association of Realtors ($37 […]

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   16 Aug

   #### Neil Law and Associates Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in America 2017

   Neil Law and Associates is pleased to announce nine of its attorneys were recently selected for inclusion in the 2017 Best Lawyers in America. The designation honors those who have been selected by their peers for outstanding achievements in their respective practice areas. “Being recognized by Best Lawyers in America is an honor not only for our […]

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   19 Jan

   #### Prevent Professional Malpractice Lawsuits through Research, Relationships, and Robust Contracts

   By Jay Thaw, Neil Law and Associates LLC Special to Business in Savannah As a professional, you want to provide the best service possible to your clients. But sometimes unforeseen circumstances can expose you to the risk of a malpractice lawsuit. In an increasingly litigious society, you should be aware of risks and pitfalls associated with your […]

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   19 Apr

   #### Corporations and Venue: Things to Consider When Incorporating Your Business

   By Elizabeth H. Verner, Neil Law and Associates LLP Special to Business in Savannah When incorporating and starting your business, strategically choosing the location of your registered office and your other offices can help to limit or control the counties in which your company can be sued. This can make a huge impact, as certain counties in […]

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   16 Feb

   #### Businesses and Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know

   By Maggie Puccini, Neil Law and Associates LLP Special to Business in Savannah Earlier this month, Hancock Fabrics, Inc. declared bankruptcy. This is the second time in less than a decade that the company — one of the largest fabric sellers in the United States with 250 locations in 37 states — has sought protection from […]

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   - Bankruptcy & Creditors Rights, Margaret W.S. Puccini
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   1 Dec

   #### A Trend Recognizes Six Neil Law and Associates Attorneys as “Legal Elite”

   Six Neil Law and Associates attorneys were recently recognized in the December 2015 issue of A Trend with the publication’s prestigious “Legal Ellite” designation. Legal Elite recognizes the top attorneys in the state of A as selected by their peers. “We are pleased to be recognized by our peers for our attorneys’ outstanding service to clients,” said […]

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   23 Nov

   #### Neil Law and Associates Associate Recognized with Award

   Neil Law and Associates associate Elizabeth Verner was recently honored with the Exemplary Real Property Law Student Award from the State Bar of A. The award recognizes excellent academic performance in at least one upper-level real estate course. Verner, who was recently sworn into the state bar, practices commercial real estate and commercial litigation at Neil Law and Associates. […]

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   2 Nov

   #### Neil Law and Associates Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in America 2016

   Neil Law and Associates is pleased to announce eight of its attorneys were recently selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2016. The designation honors those who have been selected by their peers for outstanding achievements in their respective practice areas. “It is especially an honor for so many of our attorneys across a wide […]

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   27 Aug

   #### Neil Law and Associates Hires Elizabeth Verner as New Attorney

   Neil Law and Associates announced that it is expanding its practice, hiring Elizabeth Verner as a new associate attorney. Verner graduated from St. Andrew’s School, in Savannah, before attending the University of Wisconsin, where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. She earned her law degree from the University of A School of Law in […]

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   7 Jul

   #### Neil Law and Associates Partner Maggie Puccini Installed as Secretary of Savannah Bar Association

   Maggie Puccini, a partner at Neil Law and Associates, was recently installed as the secretary of the Savannah Bar Association. Other officers installed included Colin McRae of HunterMaclean as president, Matthew McCoy of McCorkle & Johnson as president-elect, and Robert Hughes, III of Brannen, Searcy & Smith as treasurer. The Savannah Bar Association serves the Savannah legal […]

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   16 Jun

   #### Neil Law and Associates Attorney Ben Karpf Named to Board of The Creative Coast

   Ben Karpf, an attorney at Neil Law and Associates, was recently named to the board of The Creative Coast. As a board member, he will serve as an advocate for the entrepreneurial community of the creative coast region by supporting, mentoring and connecting local businesses. At Neil Law and Associates, Karpf’s practice focuses on intellectual property law and commercial […]

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