Dispute Resolution
Clear strategy when a disagreement can't wait.
A broken contract or a claim you did not see coming can put a business, a family's finances, or a hard-won reputation at risk. At ByLaw, our dispute resolution practice helps clients understand where they stand, weigh their options honestly, and choose the path that best protects their interests.
We build every case around what you need to protect, whether that means a negotiated settlement or a courtroom win. Many disputes are best resolved through negotiation or mediation, where the right conversation can save months of cost and uncertainty. When a matter needs a formal forum, we represent clients in arbitration and in litigation, building the strategy and the evidence step by step and keeping you informed at every stage.
We work with businesses, business owners, and individuals on matters ranging from contract and partnership disagreements to fraud, unfair competition, and claims arising from estates and trusts. Because the firm serves clients in English and Turkish, we can also help when a dispute crosses borders or languages.
“We look for the way out of a dispute that serves you best.”
What We Offer
Services Offered
Negotiation & Mediation
Resolving disputes at the table where possible, with clear positions, honest advice, and settlement terms that hold up.
Arbitration
Representing clients in arbitration, from reviewing arbitration clauses to presenting the case and enforcing the award.
Litigation
Representing clients in court, from the first demand letter through pleadings, discovery, and trial, and further if the matter requires it.
Contract, Business & IP Disputes
Advising on breach of contract, partnership and shareholder disagreements, unfair competition, trademark and copyright infringement, and collection matters.
How We Work
Our Process
Case Assessment
We review the facts, the documents, and the deadlines, and give you a candid view of your position and risks.
Strategy & Options
We map the realistic paths, from negotiation to litigation, and the cost, timing, and trade-offs of each.
Resolution Efforts
We pursue negotiation or mediation first where it serves you, and prepare in parallel in case the matter must proceed.
Formal Proceedings
When needed, we take the matter to arbitration or court and see it through to resolution and enforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Many disputes are resolved through negotiation or mediation, and some contracts require arbitration instead of court. We look at the facts, the contract, and your goals to recommend the most efficient forum, and we prepare so you are ready if court becomes necessary.
Mediation is a facilitated negotiation: a neutral person helps the parties reach their own agreement, and nothing is binding unless you agree. Arbitration is a private process in which an arbitrator hears both sides and issues a decision, which is usually binding.
It depends on the type of dispute, the forum, and how willing the other side is to settle. A negotiated resolution can take weeks, while a contested court case can take a year or more. We give you a realistic timeline once we have reviewed your matter.
Often, yes. A clear demand letter can resolve a matter early and creates a record of your position. It can also affect deadlines and strategy, so it is worth having an attorney review it before it goes out.
Do not ignore it. Court papers carry strict response deadlines, and missing one can lead to a judgment against you. Gather the papers and any related documents, and contact an attorney promptly.
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Ready to discuss your Dispute Resolution matter?
We offer a free 20-minute call to understand your situation and tell you honestly whether we're the right fit, in English or Türkçe.