Commercial Litigation

Full Suite of Creditor related Litigation Services

Markoff Law’s team of attorneys effectuates firm but fair strategies for the recovery of what is owed. We lay thoughtful foundations for success in all that we do, as decades of experience have taught us the high value of careful attention to detail and outside-the-box thinking necessary to maximize results for our clients. The best strategies are not rote but customized and tailored to consider the best results possible based on a variety of factors and the diverse needs of distinctly different situations.

Our attorneys are actively involved every step of the way. Our dedicated Client Services team delivers prompt and thorough communication to ensure our clients know what is going on throughout the process. Reputation and long-term partnerships are first and foremost on our minds as we guide and represent our clients. Markoff Law aims to be consultative and collaborative partners, earning and maintaining our clients’ trust through honesty, integrity, and results. Our passion is in helping our clients obtain fair and just results and our success depends wholly on this achievement.

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Judgment
Enforcement

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Repossession /
Replevin

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Creditors’ Rights in Bankruptcy

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Commercial
Evictions

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Judgment Enforcement

You work so hard to win your case and obtain judgment.  Now let us help you enforce that judgment. Once a judgment is entered, there may be a range of enforcement actions available; however, not all actions are created equal. Markoff Law’s knowledge in this  area provides creditors the assurance of informed and experienced guidance and representation in pursuing the best course(s) of action depending on the circumstances, court and consumer locations, local laws, and more.

We can help you discover assets, domesticate/register foreign judgments, and enforce your judgment through a variety of post-judgment remedies. Our team has decades of proven experience in this area. Through careful attention to detail and diligence every step of the way, we help creditors minimize risk and achieve recovery while upholding reputations and treating consumers with fairness and respect.

Repossession / Replevin

Our firm assists secured lenders recover property vehicles through repossession. Creditors rely on us to handle the complex process of replevin. We may alternatively recommend detinue in lieu of replevins and can advise on the details of that process. While lesser-known and lesser utilized, detinue can be more streamlined and effective in many cases. 

Repossessions are unfortunate but necessary interventions at times; Our team can assist in making the process as quick and streamlined as possible so you can focus on your core business. We can succinctly transition from repossession to deficiency balance collection as necessary, reducing points of contact and unnecessary hassle for creditors and consumers.

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Creditors’ Rights in Bankruptcy

Collections and bankruptcy often collide and we can help. A bankruptcy filing can put a creditor in an extremely challenging position. Our team works with our creditor clients to help determine how to best protect their interests.

We assist and advocate for creditors through the filing of Proof of Claims, Objections, Motions for Relief from Stay, adversary actions, and any other representation as appropriate for the case. While other creditors may also be vying for their claims, it’s crucial to have an informed partner to monitor and act quickly to prevent unnecessary loss.

Commercial Evictions

Being a landlord is challenging, especially when you are not being paid rent. A business must have a plan to recover what is owed when contracts are breached and monies owed turn to losses for your bottom line. The reliable partnership of a knowledgeable firm to represent your interests becomes critical in these situations. 

We partner with commercial property owners, small businesses, and lenders large and small to achieve fair and just results while providing guidance for risk avoidance and the proper legal remedies for your particular situation.  Our firm assists with business-to-business disputes, commercial evictions, and distress for rent for commercial properties. We will help you navigate the potential minefield of location-specific legalities so you can move forward safely without incurring additional or unintended burdens.

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Fee Structures

Markoff Law customizes each litigation strategy to meet the needs of and parameters determined by our clients. As part of this, we also customize our fee structure. Depending on the strategy, we offer contingency, hourly, and hybrid (flat fee + contingency) fee structures. 

Our goal is to provide our services at the most affordable rates. We understand that accounts receivable can negatively impact cash flow; our representation agreements and fee structures are carefully designed to help clients achieve successful resolution with limited risk.

Delinquent accounts do not improve with time. We are here to help.