Detroit, Michigan, Business and Commercial Litigation Attorneys

Barris, Sott, Denn & Driker, P.L.L.C.
Commercial Litigation • Real Estate • Business Counseling • Estate and Tax Planning

At Barris, Sott, Denn & Driker, P.L.L.C., we provide creative, effective planning and advocacy for a broad range of distinguished clients. From lawyers and individuals who require legal guidance to small startups and large international corporations who need daily counsel or complex litigation representation, we have the solutions and knowledge to meet their needs.

Consistent with the size and philosophy of the firm, Barris, Sott, Denn & Driker attorneys do not take a "cookie-cutter" solution to any of our clients' legal challenges. We modestly believe our creativity is what separates our firm from others, including firms of much larger size. While nimble and efficient, our lawyers have the experience, and are backed by the resources, to handle the largest and most complex legal matters.

"Lawyers' Lawyers"

In a very real sense, we are "lawyers' lawyers": Judges regularly refer cases to us, and we represent seven of the largest law firms in Michigan. Because of our record for success both in and out of the courtroom, these firms often turn to Barris, Sott, Denn & Driker, P.L.L.C. in cases that are particularly hard, complex, or sensitive.

Michigan Business and Real Estate Transaction Lawyers

We represent businesses and individuals primarily regarding the following legal matters:

• Business and commercial litigation using trial advocacy, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution to resolve all types of disputes from class actions, breach of contract, product liability defense cases, and employment matters
• "Bet the company" litigation high stakes and bet the company litigation 
• Real estate transactions assisting lenders, developers, and businesses who want to facilitate smooth leasing, acquisitions, sales, site development, workouts, and formations of real estate ventures
• Business counseling for employment and labor law, health care, immigrations, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, and any type of entity formation and compliance
• Estate planning and probate when you need comprehensive wills, trusts, guardianship, charitable giving, and succession planning as well as probate, administration, and assistance once an estate needs to be distributed properly
• Tax planning and representation for estates, real estate transactions, individuals and businesses who need income tax assistance, as well as when state and federal tax controversies arise

Not only do we take on clients from Michigan and throughout the country that have business interests in Michigan, but we also have a strong international business litigation practice that extends to Windsor, Ontario and beyond.

We employ detailed research, zealous advocacy, and aggressive negotiations when pursuing the short- and long-term goals of our clients. From daily counsel to complex litigation, we find creative, practical, and efficient solutions for our clients. If you have a legal need that demands personal, professional, and punctual service, contact us so we can begin working with you today.