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Partnership Dispute Attorneys in Los Angeles
Partnership disputes can paralyze a business and destroy years of hard work. Whether you are facing a disagreement over management, profit distribution, or a partner’s breach of fiduciary duty, our attorneys provide the aggressive representation needed to protect your interests.
Contact us today for a consultation with a Los Angeles partnership dispute attorney who will protect your ownership rights and business investments.
What Is a Partnership Dispute?
A partnership dispute arises when partners in a business disagree about fundamental issues such as management decisions, profit sharing, fiduciary obligations, or the direction of the company. Under the California Revised Uniform Partnership Act (Corp. Code §§ 16100–16962) and the Revised Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, partners owe each other fiduciary duties of loyalty and care.
Common partnership disputes include breach of fiduciary duty, mismanagement, self-dealing, unauthorized transactions, disagreements over profit distribution, disputes about new partners or buyouts, and dissolution conflicts. These disputes can arise in general partnerships, limited partnerships, LLCs, and joint ventures.
When partnership disputes are not resolved quickly, they can cripple the business — disrupting operations, alienating clients, and destroying enterprise value. In severe cases, a partner may seek judicial dissolution of the partnership under California Corporations Code § 16801.
At Novian & Novian, our partnership dispute attorneys have extensive experience handling complex disputes between business partners. We pursue resolutions that protect your financial interests and, whenever possible, preserve the value of the business.
How Can a Partnership Dispute Attorney Help?
A partnership dispute attorney helps partners resolve conflicts that threaten the business, enforce fiduciary duties, and protect ownership interests. These cases often involve intricate financial analysis, forensic accounting, and a deep understanding of California partnership law.
Our partnership dispute lawyers at Novian & Novian investigate the conduct of all parties, analyze financial records, identify breaches of fiduciary duty, and develop strategies to achieve the best possible outcome — whether through negotiation, buyout, mediation, or litigation.
If you are involved in a partnership dispute, contact Novian & Novian today. Our Los Angeles attorneys will evaluate your situation and advise you on the most effective course of action to protect your rights and investments.
What Our Clients Say
“My business partner was secretly diverting company funds. Novian & Novian uncovered the full extent of the theft through forensic accounting and recovered everything we were owed, plus damages.”
— Business Owner, Los Angeles
“A management dispute with my co-founder was destroying our company. Novian & Novian negotiated a fair buyout that allowed me to continue the business without further conflict.”
— Business Owner, West Hollywood
“Novian & Novian handled our LLC dissolution dispute with professionalism and precision. They protected my ownership interest and ensured I received a fair distribution of assets.”
— Business Owner, Brentwood
Why Choose Novian & Novian for Partnership Disputes?
Novian & Novian has resolved complex partnership disputes for business owners across Los Angeles and California for over 35 years, handling cases involving general partnerships, LPs, LLCs, and joint ventures.
We understand the personal and financial stakes involved in partnership disputes. Our attorneys work to protect your interests while seeking the most efficient resolution possible.
Deep Knowledge of California Partnership Law
Our attorneys have extensive experience with the California Revised Uniform Partnership Act and the Revised Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, giving us the expertise to handle even the most complex partnership disputes.
Forensic Financial Investigation
We work with forensic accountants to trace funds, identify self-dealing, and quantify damages resulting from a partner’s breach of fiduciary duty or mismanagement.
Strategic Dispute Resolution
We explore all resolution options — from negotiated buyouts and mediation to judicial dissolution — and recommend the approach that best serves your financial interests and business objectives.
Protection of Business Value
We always seek to preserve enterprise value whenever possible, recognizing that a scorched-earth approach to partnership disputes often harms everyone involved.
Aggressive Courtroom Advocacy
When negotiation fails, our trial attorneys are prepared to litigate aggressively to protect your ownership rights and recover damages for your partner’s misconduct.
FAQs
Below are answers to some of the most common questions:
What Are a Partner's Fiduciary Duties Under California Law?
Under the California Revised Uniform Partnership Act, partners owe each other a duty of loyalty (avoiding conflicts of interest, self-dealing, and competing with the partnership) and a duty of care (not engaging in grossly negligent or reckless conduct).
Can I Force My Partner Out of the Business?
Depending on the partnership agreement and circumstances, you may be able to remove a partner through a buyout provision, seek judicial expulsion under certain conditions, or petition for dissolution of the partnership. Our attorneys can evaluate your options.
What Is Judicial Dissolution?
Judicial dissolution is a court-ordered termination of a partnership or LLC when the partners cannot resolve their disputes. Under California Corporations Code § 16801, a court may dissolve a partnership when it is no longer reasonably practicable to carry on the business.
What Damages Can I Recover in a Partnership Dispute?
Partners who breach their fiduciary duties may be liable for lost profits, misappropriated funds, diminution in business value, and disgorgement of ill-gotten gains. The specific damages depend on the nature and extent of the breach.
Do I Need a Partnership Agreement to Have Legal Rights?
No. Even without a written partnership agreement, California’s default partnership rules under the Revised Uniform Partnership Act govern the relationship. However, a written agreement provides more certainty and protection.
How Long Does a Partnership Dispute Case Take?
The timeline depends on the complexity of the financial issues, the willingness of parties to negotiate, and whether litigation is required. Some disputes resolve in months through mediation; others may take one to three years if trial is necessary.
Partnership Dispute Threatening Your Business? Act Now.
Our Los Angeles partnership dispute attorneys will protect your ownership rights and financial interests. Contact Novian & Novian for a consultation today.
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