General Litigation
Comprehensive Counsel in Business, Real Estate, and Civil Disputes
Horner Law Group provides skilled, strategic representation in a wide range of general litigation matters involving commercial real estate, residential property, and broader civil and business disputes. Based in Walnut Creek and serving clients throughout Contra Costa County, Northern California, and the State of California, the Firm delivers sophisticated advocacy tailored to the unique goals of each client. Horner Law Group understands that litigation impacts more than the legal issue at hand—it affects business operations, property value, personal finances, and long-term planning. The Firm’s approach emphasizes efficient dispute resolution, clear strategy, and strong courtroom advocacy.
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GENERAL LITIGATION FOCUS AREAS
Horner Law Group’s general litigation practice covers a wide spectrum of disputes, including :
Business & Corporate Litigation
- Partnership and shareholder disputes
- Breach of fiduciary duty
- Corporate governance and control issues
- Business torts, misrepresentation, and unfair competition
Commercial & Residential Real Estate Litigation
- Commercial leasing disputes and unlawful detainer actions
- Purchase and sale conflicts involving both commercial and residential property
- Management, operations, and property use disputes
- Owner–tenant disputes involving property damage or statutory compliance
- Boundary, easement, and encroachment issues
Contract Litigation
- Breach of contract involving service agreements, leases, and sale contracts
- Enforcement of indemnity, warranty, and limitation-of-liability clauses
- Disputes arising from failed or incomplete transactions
Insurance Litigation
- Policy interpretation disputes
- Coverage denials and reservation-of-rights issues
- Bad faith claims involving property and business policies
Commercial and Residential Property Owner Representation
Horner Law Group assists residential property owners with matters including:
- Quiet title and title defect disputes
- Neighbor disputes and nuisance claims
- Construction defect issues affecting residential property
- Contractor performance and payment disputes
- General civil claims related to property ownership, use, and transfer
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OTHER CIVIL LITIGATION
The Firm also represents clients in:
- Fraud and negligence claims
- Interference with contract or economic advantage
- Professional liability disputes
- General tort matters connected to business or property interests
A Strategic and Business-Minded Approach
Horner Law Group approaches litigation with a focus on delivering outcomes that make practical and financial sense. The Firm considers the broader implications of each dispute—whether business, personal, or property-related—and tailors strategies accordingly. When trial is necessary, the Firm advocates vigorously; when resolution is possible, the Firm works to achieve a cost-effective and favorable result.
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Practice Areas
Horner Law Group’s litigation practice spans all major real estate and commercial disputes:
Business Litigation
Partnership and shareholder disputes, contract and fraud litigation, trade secret and IP matters.
Landlord Tenant Litigation
More than 100 commercial unlawful detainers prosecuted each year, from industrial evictions to national retailers.
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