Commercial Litigation Attorneys in St. Petersburg & Clearwater, Florida
When business relationships break down, you need lawyers who fight as hard as you built the business—and who use every modern tool to do it faster and smarter.
At Phillips, Hayden & Labbee, LLP, our commercial litigation team delivers aggressive, results-driven representation for businesses, executives, and high-net-worth individuals throughout Florida. From complex breach-of-contract disputes to shareholder battles and trade-secret litigation, we prepare every case for trial from day one—while leveraging secure cloud collaboration, cutting-edge document intelligence tools, and seamless real-time case updates that keep you firmly in control and fully informed.
Our Commercial Litigation Practice
We handle the full spectrum of business disputes in state and federal courts, including the Middle District of Florida and the Eleventh Circuit:
- Breach of contract and business tort claims
- Shareholder, partnership, and LLC disputes
- Fraud, misrepresentation, and FDUTPA violations
- Non-compete, non-solicitation, and trade-secret litigation
- Business interference and defamation claims
- Construction-related commercial disputes (coordinated with our Board Certified Construction Law team)
- Corporate governance and fiduciary duty litigation
Why Florida Businesses Choose PHL for Commercial Litigation
- Trial-Ready from Day One – We don’t just negotiate; we build every case as if it’s going to verdict. Our attorneys have secured favorable outcomes in jury and non-jury trials across Florida.
- Big-Law Experience, Boutique Speed – Our founding partners Tyler A. Hayden and Michael J. Labbee cut their teeth on complex commercial litigation at national firms representing Fortune 500 clients—then brought that firepower to a firm that moves at the speed of business.
- Modern Tech Advantage – secure cloud collaboration, advanced document intelligence systems, privileged communication channels, and real-time virtual strategy sessions deliver lower overhead, dramatically faster updates, and more of your recovery staying in your pocket—all while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and full compliance with Florida Bar technology and ethics rules.
- Innovative Fee Structures – Fixed fees, hybrid arrangements, and success-based options where permitted—we discuss what makes sense for your case and your cash flow upfront (see our full fee transparency policy).
Understanding Your Business Objectives
We don’t just litigate—we protect the value you’ve built. Whether you’re a growing Tampa Bay company or a multi-state operation, we take the time to learn your industry, your goals, and the commercial realities at stake. Then we craft a litigation strategy that moves the business forward, not just the lawsuit
Ready to Protect What You’ve Built? Schedule a free, no-obligation Commercial Litigation Strategy Session. We’ll review your dispute, map the likely outcomes, and give you a clear action plan—usually within 48 hours.