Investors, shareholders, corporate officers, and board members all share a common interest in the success of a business. All are motivated by what they believe is best for the company and a genuine interest in seeing the business thrive. When disagreements arise, they can turn contentious and may feel personal. With ownership interests, profits, future employment, and control of the company on the line, you need experienced legal counsel who can protect your interests, provide strategic advice, and guide you to a successful resolution.

Focused Advocacy for Complex Investor and Shareholder Issues

Every shareholder and investor dispute is unique. A conflict between minority shareholders in a closely held family business looks different than a claim for securities fraud brought against a publicly traded company. The motivations of the parties involved, the governing documents at issue, and the underlying relationships between them create a set of circumstances that is truly one of a kind.

The sources of the dispute can be equally varied. Some arise from alleged mismanagement or self-dealing by corporate officers and directors. Others stem from disagreements over a business valuation during a buyout, the dilution of ownership through new share issuance, or accusations of bad faith during a merger.

What each of these disputes has in common is the need for highly skilled and experienced legal representation. The intersection of corporate law, securities law, and contract law makes this a complicated area of practice. The stakes are high, and the legal landscape is unforgiving. An experienced shareholder disputes attorney understands the relevant law and can assess whether the dispute can be resolved through negotiation or mediation or whether litigation is necessary to protect a client’s rights.

FINRA Employment Disputes

Broker-dealers and registered brokers are governed by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which licenses professionals, enforces rules, and conducts examinations of activities overseen by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). When employment disputes arise within the financial sector, financial professionals must submit to FINRA arbitration to resolve them.

Examples of FINRA employment disputes include:

  • Wrongful termination
  • Unpaid bonuses, commissions, or deferred compensation
  • Litigation over promissory notes, non-compete agreements, and non-solicitation agreements
  • Statutory employment claims, such as discrimination, sexual harassment, or employment retaliation
  • Corporate raiding
  • Wage and hour violations
  • Partnership disputes

Successfully resolving these matters requires assistance from legal counsel who understands employment law as well as the unique substantive and procedural rules that apply to FINRA arbitration.

How BoneLex Can Help

Led by founding attorney Devin Bone, BoneLex provides legal expertise comparable to that of attorneys at large law firms, but without the red tape and inefficiencies common in large organizations. Using modern, streamlined processes and transparent pricing to provide efficient, sophisticated, results-oriented representation in complex legal matters, BoneLex takes a fearless approach to litigation, seeking creative ways to resolve complex investor and shareholder disputes.

Contact BoneLex Today

BoneLex is located in Rochester, Michigan, and proudly serves clients in and around Detroit, throughout Michigan, and nationwide. Call (248) 833-8333 or contact BoneLex today to schedule a confidential appointment to discuss your situation and how we can assist you.