Your attorney can assist you if you mediate the commercial real estate dispute. Some contracts may have a clause that requires mediation before one party can file a lawsuit. Even if there is no such clause, mediation can be a good idea to facilitate talking. The mediator can attempt to help the parties bridge gaps in their position, highlighting any points of common ground. Here are some of the things that our commercial real estate litigation attorneys can do for you: Review the terms of your contract to understand your rights and obligations. Communicate your position to the other party, engaging directly with their attorney to exchange viewpoints. Potentially negotiating a settlement to your dispute, which can involve a contract modification or other type of agreement (you can still negotiate a settlement even after a lawsuit has been filed - in fact, it is very rare for a commercial real estate case to end up going to trial) Explain your options and help you decide the best path forward. Analyze whether any outside-the-box solutions can help you resolve the dispute. File a lawsuit on your behalf in court, or help you defend a lawsuit someone filed against you. Never attempt to handle a commercial real estate dispute alone. Contracts can be complex, and you may make a mistake that harms your legal position. Every communication matters when you are involved in a dispute. You can be certain that the other side is taking notes and gathering every piece of evidence that they can potentially use against you in court. Contact an experienced commercial real estate lawyer at the outset of the dispute. There is no reason why you should take time from your business to deal with the disagreement when an experienced lawyer can help you do it effectively. Conflict can be draining, and mishandling the conflict can be financially ruinous.