Representative Matters

The matters below are illustrative of the types of disputes handled by SRA. They reflect the firm’s focus on complex litigation, trial and arbitration readiness, and situations where the outcome carries meaningful financial, operational, or reputational consequence.

Descriptions are intentionally concise. Client names and opposing parties are omitted where confidentiality or sensitivity requires.

Federal Civil RICO Defense

(Hospitality Contractor)

Defended a hospitality contractor in a federal civil racketeering action alleging conspiracy and fraud. The civil litigation created parallel criminal exposure for company leadership. SRA secured dismissal of all claims under Rule 12(b)(6), a ruling subsequently relied upon by white-collar defense counsel to obtain dismissal of the related criminal charges.

$12 Million Joint Venture Arbitration

(Publicly Traded Multinational JV Dispute)

Represented the U.S. division of a publicly traded multinational company against its publicly traded joint-venture partner in a dispute involving approximately $12 million in competing claims. The matter proceeded to an early merits hearing before a three-arbitrator panel, which issued an advisory award indicating a $4 million recovery for the client and rejecting an $8 million counterclaim. The dispute resolved on favorable terms without the need for a full evidentiary hearing.

$7 Million+ Condominium Construction Defect Litigation

(Eve-of-Trial Takeover)

Retained less than sixty days before a forced trial, SRA represented a subcontractor in a $7 million-plus condominium construction defect case that had been pending for several years. After obtaining emergency appellate relief and prevailing on summary judgment, SRA restored trial leverage and reopened discovery. The matter resolved at mediation for a fraction of the client’s original exposure.

Multi-Property Construction Arbitration with Lien Foreclosures

(Millwork Supplier v. Residential Developer)

Represented a large millwork supplier in an arbitration against a residential developer involving more than thirty homes. SRA took over the matter from an AmLaw 100 firm and filed lien foreclosure actions across the project properties while preparing the case for arbitration. Following the final hearing, the arbitrator awarded all requested relief, including interest and attorneys’ fees. The award was confirmed and paid in full.

Additional Trial and Arbitration Experience

In addition to the matters highlighted above, SRA has tried and arbitrated disputes across a range of commercial contexts, including the following:

Contractual Dispute Arising From Business Acquisition

After a seven-day jury trial, represented the seller of a commercial plumbing business in a dispute arising from a post-acquisition breach of contract and fraudulent inducement. The jury returned a verdict in favor of the client totaling $535,000.

Contractual Dispute Between Oilfield Services Company and Energy Major

Represented a commercial oilfield services provider in a payment dispute against an energy major arising from upstream operations in West Texas. Following a five-day jury trial, the jury awarded breach of contract damages to the client, which were paid without appeal.

Defense of Employment Discrimination Claims

Defended a commercial entity against allegations of gender-based employment discrimination seeking six-figure damages. After a four-day jury trial, the jury awarded less than ten percent of the damages sought by the plaintiff.

Business Partner and Joint Venture Dispute

Represented a commercial business owner in a dispute arising from a joint venture with a business partner. Following a multi-day bench trial, the court awarded the client damages exceeding $1.26 million, plus taxable court costs, on claims for breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, and fraudulent inducement.

Scope of Matters

In addition to the matters highlighted above, SRA routinely handles disputes involving:

• Complex commercial and contract litigation
• Construction and development disputes
• High-exposure employment litigation
• Parallel civil and criminal proceedings
• Late-stage trial and arbitration takeovers

A Note on Experience

No two disputes are the same. These matters are representative, not exhaustive, and reflect the firm’s approach to litigation where preparation, judgment, and credibility drive outcomes.