About Skiermont derby llp
Skiermont Derby LLP: Winning Cases for Clients
Skiermont Derby LLP is a law firm that specializes in winning cases for its clients. With offices in Dallas and Los Angeles, the firm has established itself as a leading player in the legal industry. Skiermont Derby's approach to client service is simple: our clients are our partners, and we work tirelessly to achieve their goals.
The firm was founded by two experienced attorneys, David Skiermont and John Derby. Both attorneys have extensive experience in litigation and have successfully represented clients across a wide range of industries. They founded Skiermont Derby with the goal of creating a law firm that would provide exceptional legal services while maintaining close relationships with its clients.
At Skiermont Derby, we believe that every case is unique and requires an individualized approach. We take the time to understand our clients' needs and objectives so that we can develop strategies tailored to their specific circumstances. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators who know how to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients both inside and outside of the courtroom.
Our practice areas include commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, employment litigation, real estate litigation, securities litigation, white-collar criminal defense, appellate advocacy, arbitration & mediation services among others.
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigators represent businesses of all sizes across various industries including banking & finance; construction; energy; healthcare; hospitality & leisure; insurance; manufacturing & distribution among others. We handle disputes involving breach of contract claims (including those arising from supply chain disruptions), business torts (such as fraud or misrepresentation), shareholder disputes (including derivative actions) among other issues.
Intellectual Property Litigation
We represent companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500 corporations on intellectual property matters such as patent infringement claims (both offensive and defensive), trademark infringement claims (including oppositions before USPTO) copyright infringement claims among other IP related issues.
Employment Litigation
We represent employers on employment-related matters such as discrimination/harassment lawsuits under Title VII or state laws like California's Fair Employment Housing Act(FEHA); wage-and-hour class actions under FLSA/California Labor Code Private Attorneys General Act(PAGA); wrongful termination suits etc..
Real Estate Litigation
We represent developers/owners/investors/lenders/brokers on real estate-related matters such as purchase/sale agreements disputes; lease disputes including evictions/unlawful detainers ; construction defect suits etc..
Securities Litigation
We represent investors/shareholders/broker-dealers/fund managers on securities-related matters such as fraud/misrepresentation cases under Securities Exchange Act(Sec.) 10(b)/Rule 10b-5 ; insider trading allegations ; FINRA arbitrations etc..
White-Collar Criminal Defense
Our white-collar criminal defense team represents individuals/corporations facing investigations/prosecutions by federal/state agencies like SEC/FBI/DOJ/District Attorney's Office etc.. We handle cases involving allegations of fraud/embezzlement/money laundering/bribery/kickbacks/tax evasion/securities violations/etc..
Appellate Advocacy
Our appellate team handles appeals at all levels - state/federal courts - including writ petitions before California Supreme Court/Ninth Circuit Court Of Appeals . Our lawyers have briefed/orally argued numerous appeals resulting in published opinions which have shaped California law .
Arbitration & Mediation Services
In addition to traditional courtroom advocacy ,we also offer alternative dispute resolution services like arbitration/mediation . Our lawyers serve as arbitrators/mediators or counsel parties involved in ADR proceedings .
At Skiermont Derby LLP ,we pride ourselves on providing high-quality legal representation while maintaining close relationships with our clients . If you need assistance with any type of legal matter ,please contact us today at info@skiermontderby.com
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