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Negotiation After Litigation

After a lawsuit is filed, can a defendant's attorney attempt to negotiate a settlement with plaintiff's attorney?


Asked on 5/04/04, 6:13 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Dover Michael A. Dover, PC

Re: Negotiation After Litigation

Yes, and over 90 percent of civil suits are settled before trial.

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Answered on 5/04/04, 6:18 pm
Peter Bradie Bradie, Bradie & Bradie

Re: Negotiation After Litigation

Sure can. Most suits settle before trial, some on the courthouse steps, and some while waiting for the jury to come back in with a verdict. Negotiations can even take place after judgment has been taken, although the bargaining position is then far weaker.

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Answered on 5/04/04, 6:23 pm
Robert Restivo Restivo Law Firm

Negotiation After Litigation

Howdy:

Not only "yes", and Peter and Mike have said, but if your lawyer _isn't_ negotiating ... or refuses to negotiate ... you _need_ better counsel.

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Answered on 5/04/04, 7:14 pm


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