Practice Areas

We don’t spread ourselves thin. Every attorney at Sterling & Reeve focuses on a specific area of law to provide the depth of expertise your case deserves.

Personal Injury

Advocating for the Injured.

Attorney reviewing an injury claim

A compassionate yet firm approach. We prioritize your recovery while relentlessly pursuing the compensation you are owed for accidents and catastrophic injuries.

The Staged Process

  • 1

    Evidence Acquisition

    Gathering medical records, police reports, and witness statements immediately.

  • 2

    Strategic Demand

    Presenting a comprehensive legal demand to the insurance provider.

  • 3

    Litigation or Settlement

    Filing suit if the settlement offer does not meet our rigorous valuation.

Practice FAQ

Most claims resolve within 6 to 18 months. Cases requiring litigation can take longer, but we push for the earliest resolution that does not compromise your recovery amount.

We work on contingency. You pay nothing upfront and nothing at all unless we recover compensation for you.

Partial fault does not bar recovery in most jurisdictions. We build the record to minimize your assigned share and maximize the remaining claim.

What to Expect

You will receive a dedicated paralegal and attorney team who manage all communication with insurers and adjusters, allowing you to focus on physical recovery.

No win, no fee guarantee.

A compassionate yet firm approach. We prioritize child welfare and long-term financial stability, ensuring that every decision is made with the future in mind.

The Staged Process

  • 1

    Initial Assessment

    Reviewing marital assets, custody goals, and emotional priorities.

  • 2

    Mediation First

    Exhausting collaborative resolutions to minimize emotional trauma and cost.

  • 3

    Court Advocacy

    Rigorous representation in court if mediation fails to yield a fair outcome.

Practice FAQ

Support follows statutory guidelines based on both parents’ income, custody split, and the child’s needs. We ensure the inputs are accurate and complete before any figure is fixed.

Most family matters settle through negotiation or mediation. Trial is a last resort, and one we prepare for from day one so it is never needed from weakness.

Division depends on jurisdiction, the character of each asset, and contributions during the marriage. We value businesses, pensions, and property with independent experts.

Family Law

Discreet Counsel.

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What to Expect

“Our goal is not just a divorce, but a sustainable foundation for your new life.”

Civil Litigation

Resolution through Precision.

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The Staged Process

  • 1

    Investigation and Pre-suit Discovery

    Mapping the dispute, preserving evidence, and testing the strength of every claim.

  • 2

    Pleadings and Motion Practice

    Framing the case to control the battlefield before trial ever begins.

  • 3

    Trial and Post-Trial Enforcement

    Trying the case to verdict and making sure judgments are actually collected.

Practice FAQ

Yes — the majority of civil disputes settle. A settlement negotiated from a position of trial-readiness is consistently stronger than one negotiated to avoid trial.

Litigation fees depend on complexity. We provide a transparent budget at engagement and revisit it at every phase — no surprise invoices.

It depends on the facts, the forum, and the story. We assess whether a bench or jury trial serves your position best and advise accordingly.

What to Expect

Expert rigorous analysis of the facts and the law. We don’t just litigate; we build a narrative that compels the desired outcome, whether through settlement or verdict.

The Staged Process

  • 1

    Documentation Review

    Auditing contracts, communications, and personnel records for actionable conduct.

  • 2

    EEOC / Agency Filing

    Handling administrative prerequisites precisely and on deadline.

  • 3

    Aggressive Negotiation

    Pursuing severance, reinstatement, or damages that reflect the real harm done.

Practice FAQ

Retaliation for asserting workplace rights is itself unlawful and adds a separate claim. We monitor for it from the moment we engage.

At-will means either side may end employment at any time — but never for an illegal reason. Discrimination, retaliation, and contract breaches remain fully actionable.

Deadlines can be as short as 180 days for agency charges. Speak to counsel as early as possible so no window quietly closes.

Employment Law

Fairness in the Workplace.

Corporate office towers

What to Expect

Complete confidentiality. We understand the sensitivity of workplace disputes and act as your protective barrier against corporate legal departments.

Estate Planning

Securing Your Legacy.

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The Staged Process

  • 1

    Comprehensive Asset Inventory & Goal Setting

    Cataloguing property, accounts, and business interests against your intentions.

  • 2

    Document Drafting (Wills, Trusts, Directives)

    Building the instruments that carry your wishes with legal certainty.

  • 3

    Funding and Execution Ceremony

    Formally executing and funding each instrument so nothing exists only on paper.

Practice FAQ

A will directs; a trust also avoids probate and adds privacy and control. The right mix depends on your assets, family structure, and goals — we design it, not a template.

Review every 3-5 years, and immediately after marriage, divorce, births, significant asset changes, or relocation to another state or country.

The state’s intestacy rules decide who inherits — often not the outcome you would choose. A valid plan is the only way your intent controls.

What to Expect

A non-judgmental, clear-eyed discussion about the future. We simplify complex tax and probate laws into actionable steps that protect your family.

The Staged Process

  • 1

    Entity Formation

    Determining the optimal tax and liability structure for your venture.

  • 2

    Operational Governance

    Drafting bylaws, operating agreements, and compliance frameworks.

  • 3

    Transaction & Exit

    Managing mergers, acquisitions, and succession planning.

Practice FAQ

The right choice turns on ownership structure, payroll, and tax posture. We model both against your actual numbers before recommending one.

Flat fees for defined work like formation and contracts; transparent hourly or retainer arrangements for ongoing counsel. You approve the structure before we begin.

Yes — trademarks, licensing, and confidentiality frameworks are part of every commercial engagement we run.

Business Law

Fueling Strategic Growth.

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What to Expect

Consider us your external General Counsel. We provide proactive advice to avoid litigation, focusing on contract clarity and risk mitigation before problems arise.

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Our specialists are ready to provide the focused expertise you need. No general advice, only strategic results.

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