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Over the years, the firm has earned a reputation for successful results in complex cases and "bet-the-company" matters, but Elrod has broad-based experience handling all types of disputes, whether large or small.

We understand the importance of "getting to the courthouse first" and have experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in contract disputes, tort and fraud actions. Our attorneys have successfully represented clients throughout the U.S. on cases that have made the list of ALM's Top 100 Verdicts. We are often able to obtain favorable results in such challenging areas as fraud and fraudulent inducement, aviation recovery, contractual indemnity and other complex cases.

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Seeking millions in unsecured claims resulting from the breach of gas transportation contracts in bankruptcy court normally would have involved a protracted and costly trial for our clients. We had other ideas, and our clients received over $400 million. more >
A large building owned by Elrod’s client was severely damaged when it was struck with high-speed winds during a storm. Large sections of wall on the building collapsed, and investigation revealed that design and construction defects caused or contributed to the damage. Elrod brought suit against two of the contractors involved in the construction of the building, which took place nearly a decade before. more >
When a general contractor sued the owner of a gas pipeline with claims for millions in additional compensation for alleged overages, Elrod took the case, and obtained a settlement which reduced the damages sought by the contractor by more than 80 percent.more >