Assignments and Receiverships
Chapter 11 is one of the most common solutions for struggling businesses to regroup and renew operations from a more stable position. Another common option in Wisconsin is a “Chapter 128” case, also known as an assignment for the benefit of creditors. For many companies facing financial challenges, a Chapter 128 filing is a viable alternative…
Business Fraud
Many business disputes involve an allegation of fraud. Standard contract actions often involve fraud in the form of misrepresentation of capability or intention to perform. Kerkman & Dunn‘s experience in litigating matters involving fraud is extensive. Our Milwaukee business fraud lawyers have successfully litigated matters in federal courts, bankruptcy courts, and state courts also including…
Commercial Litigation
We provide savvy, strategic, and results-oriented legal representation for both corporate and individual clients in commercial litigation. From employment-related lawsuits to complex intellectual property disputes, we have the experience and focus that you need r company’s assets and enforce your legal rights. As a boutique litigation law firm, much of our practice…
Construction Litigation
Construction defect disputes typically involve enormous financial losses and the parties’ rights are determined within a limited time frame. Construction litigation is often complicated and expert-driven. At Kerkman & Dunn, our Milwaukee construction construction litigation lawyers consult engineers, architects, surveyors, materials experts, and other experts in cases involving construction defects. Our Milwaukee construction litigation attorneys review…
Fraudulent Transfer
The garden variety of a fraudulent transfer occurs when a debtor transfers property to another, usually a family member, without adequate consideration and while “insolvent.” Another use of fraudulent transfers is to pursue principals of an insolvent company. It can be argued that the principal is liable for company debts because the company was under capitalized or the company…
General Litigation
Kerkman & Dunn is a litigation law firm. If you are facing a legal dispute, we are here to help you enforce your rights. While many types of cases can be categorized into broader areas, some disputes stand on their ownKerkman & Dunn is a litigation law firm. If you are facing a legal dispute, we are here to help you enforce your rights. While many types of cases can be categorized into broader areas, some disputes stand on their own. Our general litigation practice focuses on the types of disputes that don’t….
Mergers & Acquisitions
Our firm has represented many companies like yours in acquiring businesses as either asset transfers or stock transfers from insolvent companies. The acquisitions can occur before a court proceeding is filed, or in either Our firm has represented many companies like yours in acquiring businesses as either asset transfers or stock transfers from insolvent companies. The acquisitions can occur before a court proceeding is filed, or in either a state court receivership or in a bankruptcy proceeding. How the transaction is structured and whether…
Noncompetition Agreements
Kerkman & Dunn has litigated and drafted provisions which limit competition by former employees and business owners. An important consideration in drafting these provisions is which law will apply. Wisconsin law is narrow in in focus. It is easy to run afoul when drafting non-compete covenants in employment agreements. Other states, including California, prohibit these agreements for employees but not for former business owners…
Preferences and Fraudulent Transfer
As a business continues to struggle and it becomes clear that insolvency and bankruptcy are coming, many business owners face serious dilemmas about what to do with sets of the business. As they seek to salvage as much as possible, the temptation for many is to transfer funds or engage in moving assets to private parties or other entities As a business continues to struggle and it becomes clear that insolvency and bankruptcy are coming, many business owners face serious dilemmas about what to do with the assets of the business…