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Matthews & Jones’ Litigation Group is comprised of six litigators with nearly 100 years of combined courtroom experience. We continue to build a diverse practice group that, while very broad in practice areas, is designed to serve the unique needs of our diverse community and client base in the emerald coast region.

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Litigation Areas of Practice:

  • Administrative Litigation
  • Business and Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law and Litigation
  • Premises Liability Defense
  • Real Estate Litigation

Areas of Practice

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Administrative Litigation

People often encounter administrative agencies and administrative law when applying for government benefits such as social security. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is the agency that implements Congress’s social security and disability laws. The SSA receives applications from those seeking disability benefits, determines who is eligible for those benefits, and passes rules and regulations to ensure the people who deserve those benefits receive them.

In addition to regulating government benefits, like Social Security, administrative agencies also implement federal and state laws that affect almost every industry. For example, government bodies like the Department of Labor and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) create and enforce workplace safety regulations. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) passes rules and regulations to implement Congress’s goal of protecting the environment. States also have their own specific administrative agencies to implement and execute laws passed by their state legislatures.

Administrative Law Deals With:

  • Social Security Benefits
  • Disability Benefits
  • Workplace Safety Regulations
  • Environmental Protection Agency Regulations
  • Government Benefits

Litigation against the government highly differs from litigation between private parties. Because of the power that governing agencies have over business and industry, the stakes in government litigation often reach far beyond the dispute’s distinct issues. If a government agency has launched an investigation, served a subpoena, issued a detrimental regulation, or denied an entitlement, litigation may be the only option.

Many administrative agencies can create their own courts and appeal processes, which often require the expertise of an attorney to ensure that your case is heard. At Matthews & Jones LLP, we have successfully litigated numerous cases involving government in civil courts, before executive boards and administrative judges, and in appellate courts. Contact us today to discuss your administrative litigation case.

Business and Commercial Litigation

Running a business can be challenging especially when something unexpected happens. Whether you need help figuring out how to split assets from a business partner leaving or you need help with collections, there is no need to muddle through the legal process unsupported. At Matthews & Jones, LLP, we have years of experience providing a whole range of business-related legal guidance.

Business Litigation Cases Can Include:

  • Banking/financial guidance and collections
  • Contract disputes
  • Business licensing
  • Non-compete and trade secret disputes
  • Premises liability claims/suits
  • Real estate litigation
  • Business interference protection and litigation

Your business is more than just an investment, it’s the livelihood for you and every employee, and that calls for the best protection. Contract disputes, liability issues, even real estate matters can affect that investment and the lives of your employees. We provide guidance and protection to keep your business operating smoothly when problems arise. No matter your concern, our experienced team can walk you through litigation concerns for companies in Destin, Niceville, Fort Walton Beach, and across the Emerald Coast area.

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Construction Law and Litigation

Matthews & Jones, LLP represents property owners, homeowners, contractors, design professionals, and developers in all aspects of construction law. Our lawyers are uniquely prepared to understand our clients’ construction law needs and the practicalities involved with backgrounds in construction management and development. Matthews & Jones, LLP’s attorneys, represent our clients’ rights throughout the construction dispute, including arbitration, mediation, trial, and appeals.

The firm’s areas of practice include:

  • Breach of Contract
  • Breach of Express or Implied Warranties
  • Code Violations
  • Construction Delays
  • Construction Contracts and Negotiations
  • Negligence and Negligent or Fraudulent Misrepresentation
  • Deceptive Trade Practices
  • Construction Defects
  • Insurance Claims and Defenses
  • Lien Rights and Defenses
  • Arbitration and Mediation of Construction Claims

Construction disputes often arise due to unexpected delays, financial issues, change orders, and other issues that were not anticipated when the owner and contractor entered into a contract. Our attorneys are experienced in drafting construction contracts, which consider all possible future disputes. We also assist our clients in negotiating fair and favorable project contracts and disputes.

Premises Liability Defense

Premises liability law requires property owners to take all reasonable measures to ensure the safety of any person who enters their property. Premises liability claims are commonly based on the legal concept of negligence, which is why claims typically occur in tandem with personal injury cases in which an injury was the result of unsafe or defective conditions on someone else’s property. As a legal term, negligence refers to a person failing to exercise reasonable care, with that failure resulting in another person’s damage or injury. Negligence focuses on a person’s inability to take certain precautions and actions instead of their direct actions.

Suppose you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident or some other accident implicating the property owner of negligence. In that case, Florida law may entitle you to compensation for your injuries according to premises liability principles. Your claim is likely to face various challenges, as it is common for defendants to have several strategies they will attempt to employ to minimize or otherwise absolve themselves of liability. Nevertheless, Matthews & Jones, LLP attorneys are here to help you pursue your case and will work to see that you obtain the just compensation to which you may be entitled. Contact our offices today.

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Real Estate Litigation

Investing in real estate can be one of the most successful, steady, and profitable investments you ever make. When delving into the world of real estate for commercial development or investing purposes, you should always start by researching everything from your region to the saturation of the type of real estate you might develop. When you are ready to start dipping your toes into the water, our real estate lawyers are here to help. Our legal team can help with everything from negotiating leases to dealing with eminent domain concerns for a wide range of land development and commercial real estate plans across the Emerald Coast.

Our real estate and land development legal services include:

  • Development representation, including: land acquisition, financing, entitlements, leasing, and sale
  • Leasing, sub-leasing, easement agreements, negotiating operating leases and related for commercial/industrial land
  • Development and land use services, which include development agreements and waivers
  • Eminent domain and condemnation guidance
  • Permitting, zoning, planning, entitlements, and environmental permitting
  • Private property rights
  • Residential, retail, resort, and mixed-use development guidance

Connect with Matthews & Jones, LLP, for local legal services in Destin, Niceville, Fort Walton Beach, and Emerald Coast area.

While we earn our keep in the courtroom, we also understand that going to trial often is not in a client’s best interest. Each of our clients has individual goals that require varying litigation techniques. Therefore, we work closely with our clients to develop a litigation strategy that best fits our client’s litigation budget and strategic goals.

Litigation Goals:

  • Research
  • Case management
  • Trial support

The litigation group is supported by a dedicated and experienced group of professionals who assist with case management, document production, and trial support. Our collection of experienced attorneys use almost entirely digital resources to create smoother processes, especially in our communication processes. We continually strive to successfully utilize technology where appropriate in our practice of different areas of law. Contact us about your litigation today.

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