When a business dispute threatens what you’ve built, you need attorneys who are ready to take a case to trial if that’s what it takes. Melancon, Rimes & Daquanno represents businesses and individuals in complex commercial disputes throughout the greater Baton Rouge area, including Clinton and East Feliciana Parish.
Combined Legal Experience
Trial Lost in Over 20 Years
Commercial disputes rarely resolve on their own. Contracts get breached, business partners act in bad faith, and competitors sometimes cross legal lines. The longer these situations go unaddressed, the more damage they cause.
These situations require attorneys who understand both the legal stakes and the business reality. The longer you wait, the harder your case can become to resolve.
At Melancon, Rimes & Daquanno, we represent businesses and individuals in complex commercial disputes across Louisiana. We approach every matter the same way: prepared for trial from day one. Our partners handle each case directly, and we commit fully to the matters we accept.
We carefully evaluate each case before taking it on. Commercial litigation is time-intensive and resource-demanding. We only agree to represent clients when we believe we can deliver meaningful results. When you hire our firm, you get our full attention, not a case handed off to a junior associate.
We handle a wide range of business litigation matters for businesses and individuals in Clinton and throughout East Feliciana Parish. Whether you’re a small business owner or a larger company, we approach each matter with the same level of preparation.
When a party fails to honor a contractual obligation, we pursue all available remedies to recover your losses and hold the other side accountable.
We protect businesses whose proprietary information, designs, or strategies have been misappropriated by competitors, former employees, or third parties.
We challenge anticompetitive conduct, price-fixing schemes, and market manipulation that harms your ability to compete fairly.
We pursue recovery for businesses that have been deceived or defrauded, including cases involving financial misrepresentation and breach of fiduciary duty.
We handle patent disputes for businesses whose intellectual property has been infringed, and we defend against infringement claims as well.
We represent clients in a broad range of business-related disputes, including conversion, unjust enrichment, and tortious interference with contracts.
If you’re not sure whether your situation fits one of these categories, reach out. We offer free consultations and will tell you directly whether we can help.
Our partners have practiced in state and federal courts across multiple states and have handled high-stakes disputes at every level. When you bring a matter to us, you’re working with attorneys who have been here before.
Your case is handled by a named partner at our firm from the initial consultation through resolution, not delegated to a junior associate.
We prepare every case for full litigation. We never assume a matter will settle, and opposing counsel knows it.
Our track record includes significant results across consumer fraud, antitrust, and trade secret cases. Details are in the case results section below.
We evaluate each case carefully before accepting it. When we take your matter, we commit fully, because our success depends on yours.
Every matter starts with a free consultation. From there, we follow a clear process designed to build the strongest possible case while keeping you informed at every step.
We review the facts of your dispute, assess the legal merits, and tell you directly whether we believe we can help.
We gather documents, identify witnesses, and retain expert witnesses when the evidence calls for it.
Our partners develop a litigation strategy tailored to your specific dispute, business interests, and goals.
We pursue the best possible resolution, whether through negotiation or by taking your case to trial in state or federal court.
We see every case through to its conclusion and make sure any judgments or settlements are enforced and collected.
Business disputes can take time to resolve. We keep you informed throughout the process so you always know where your case stands and what comes next.
You communicate directly with the partner managing your case and receive regular updates throughout. No chasing someone down for a status check.
The collective knowledge of all three partners is available to your case, not just the perspective of a single attorney.
Our attorneys are admitted in state courts, all three federal districts in Louisiana, the Fifth Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. We go where the case requires.
We tell you what we genuinely think about your case at the outset, including its strengths, risks, and realistic expectations for outcome.
Our firm has secured significant results for businesses and individuals in complex disputes. Every case is different, but these outcomes reflect what we are capable of when we commit to a matter.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case. Every matter is unique and results depend on the specific facts and circumstances involved.
Every new matter starts with a free consultation. During that meeting, we listen to the details of your dispute, evaluate the legal merits, and explain the process. There is no obligation to hire us after that conversation.
Commercial litigation operates on a different fee structure than personal injury work. We discuss arrangements during the consultation and determine what makes the most sense for your specific matter. Depending on the complexity of your dispute, this may include hourly fees, flat fees, or other structures. We are upfront about costs from the beginning.
"Great experience. They were very professional and were there whenever I called or needed them. My settlement was well worth the wait. I recommend them to anyone needing legal services. They will fight for you and get you what you deserve for your injuries. I didn't just gain good legal representation, I also gained friends and a law firm that cared."
"Great people who really care about your situation. They did everything possible to take care of my family. I would highly recommend Jason, Robert, and the whole team. Top notch."
"I couldn't be more pleased with choosing Jason and all of the associates at Melancon & Rimes. I was told by several people throughout the duration of my litigation that I was in good hands with one of the best attorneys in Louisiana, and the results did not disappoint. A very efficient group that worked diligently to win my case and keep me well informed along the way."
"Jason and his entire staff are terrific. They are honest, thorough, meticulous and totally professional. You could not ask for more from a law firm. Highly recommended."
Approximately 99% of people who consult with us choose to hire our firm. Much of our business comes from referrals from satisfied clients and other attorneys who trust us with their cases.
LSU Law School (Juris Doctor), Senior Associate with the Louisiana Law Review. Recognized as a Super Lawyer (2018-2021) and Rising Star (2013-2015). Admitted to U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and U.S. Supreme Court.
Loyola University School of Law (Juris Doctor), Member of Moot Court Staff, finalist for the J. Sanford Levy best brief writing competition.
Southern University Law Center (Juris Doctor, magna cum laude), Senior editor of Southern University Law Review. Admitted to U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Commercial litigation covers legal disputes between businesses or between businesses and individuals. Common examples include breach of contract, trade secret theft, fraud, antitrust violations, and patent infringement. Unlike personal injury cases, these disputes typically involve contracts, large volumes of documents, and significant financial stakes. The goal is usually to recover financial damages, stop harmful conduct, or both. Cases can resolve through negotiation, mediation, or trial in state or federal court depending on the nature of the dispute and what the parties are willing to accept.
Most commercial disputes benefit significantly from legal representation. The opposing party likely has counsel, and contracts and business law are complex enough that going without an attorney puts you at a real disadvantage. Without representation, you may miss important deadlines, overlook remedies you’re entitled to, or accept a settlement that doesn’t reflect the full extent of your losses. An attorney also helps you determine whether your case is worth pursuing before you spend time and money on a dispute that isn’t viable. At Melancon, Rimes & Daquanno, we offer a free consultation specifically to help you make that determination.
Timelines vary depending on the complexity of the dispute, the number of parties involved, and whether the case goes to trial. Simple breach of contract cases can sometimes resolve in months through negotiation. Complex cases involving multiple defendants, extensive document review, and expert witnesses can take several years. As a point of reference, our trade secret case involving public officials spanned 13 years. We provide realistic timeline expectations during the initial consultation based on the specifics of your situation.
Depending on the nature of your case, you may be able to recover compensatory damages for direct financial losses, consequential damages for downstream effects of the wrongdoing, and punitive damages in cases involving fraud or egregious conduct. In some disputes, you may also seek injunctive relief, which is a court order requiring the other party to stop certain harmful conduct. Attorney’s fees are recoverable in certain types of cases as well. We discuss the specific remedies available in your situation during the consultation.
Commercial litigation fees depend on the complexity and scope of the matter. Unlike personal injury cases, commercial litigation is typically handled on an hourly or flat-fee basis rather than a contingency arrangement. At Melancon, Rimes & Daquanno, we discuss fee structures openly during the free initial consultation and determine the most appropriate arrangement for your specific case. We are transparent about billing from the outset. There are no surprise fees and no commitment required after the consultation.
Bring any relevant contracts or agreements, correspondence with the other party, documentation of the financial harm or dispute, and any prior legal filings if the matter is already in litigation. Financial records showing the extent of your losses are helpful as well. If you’re not sure what’s relevant, bring everything you have and we’ll help sort through it. The goal of the first consultation is to understand your situation fully and give you an honest assessment of your options. You will not be charged for the meeting.
Our firm represents businesses and individuals throughout the greater Baton Rouge area and surrounding parishes. If you’re in Clinton or anywhere in East Feliciana Parish, we’re ready to handle your matter.
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Distance is not a barrier to representation. We serve clients throughout these areas and are prepared to handle disputes at any level of the court system.
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Mon – Thu: 8:30am – 4:30pm | Fri: 8:30am – 3:30pm