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Legal Disclaimer
Florida Business and Civil Litigation
The Woodring Law Firm handles business, commercial, and other civil litigation throughout Florida, in both state and federal courts, as well as alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings such as mediation and arbitration. We also handle business matters that are subject to arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or the Revised Florida Arbitration Code. We represent both businesses and individuals in initiating or defending civil litigation, depending on the merits of each case.
To discuss a business or civil dispute anywhere in Florida, call 850-567-8445 or use the contact form on this page.

Courts Where We Practice
We have practiced in the trial courts of most of Florida’s 20 judicial circuits, and we are admitted in all of the federal courts in Florida: the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Florida.
Business and Civil Cases We Handle
Examples of business and civil cases we handle include:
- Breach of contract cases
- Defamation (libel and slander) cases
- Tortious interference with a business relationship
- Some labor and employment cases
- Whistleblower cases
- Trademark and trade secret cases
- Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) cases
- RICO cases
- Non-compete agreements
- Fraud and breach of fiduciary duty claims
- Shareholder, partnership, and LLC member disputes
- Injunctions and other emergency relief
We also defend businesses against civil enforcement actions brought by state or federal government agencies. We handle appeals of business and civil cases as well.
Talk to Us Before a Dispute Becomes a Lawsuit
Please contact us when you have a potential business or civil litigation matter. Even better, if you are a growing business, contact us before you are in litigation so we can help you avoid needless litigation. Call 850-567-8445, email Info@woodringlawfirm.com, or use the contact form on this page.
Common Questions About Business and Civil Litigation
Does Woodring Law Firm handle business litigation throughout Florida?
Yes. We handle business and civil litigation throughout Florida, in both state and federal courts.
Does the firm represent plaintiffs or defendants?
Both. We represent businesses and individuals in initiating or defending civil litigation, depending on the merits of each case.
Does the firm handle arbitration?
Yes. We handle alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings, including business matters that are subject to arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or the Revised Florida Arbitration Code.
What kinds of business disputes does the firm handle?
Examples include breach of contract, defamation, tortious interference with a business relationship, non-compete agreements, trademark and trade secret cases, and cases under the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA).
Can the firm help a business avoid litigation?
Yes. If you are a growing business, contact us before you are in litigation so we can help you avoid needless litigation.

