Las Vegas, NV commercial litigation attorney Rusty Graf shares the one piece of advice he repeatedly gives to clients regarding commercial litigation.

At Black & Wadhams, he primarily represents businesses in commercial litigation, which essentially involves disputes over money. When asked what he does, he often explains that commercial litigation is simply people fighting over money—it’s never personal. Fortunately, the firm’s clients are experienced businesspeople who understand that every decision, whether about daily operations or employee interactions, must be made in the best interest of the business. When decisions are made personally rather than professionally, the outcome usually suffers.

He emphasizes to clients that litigation is neither cheap nor fast. It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Every mile marker must be carefully met, and every piece of evidence or proof must be presented to the judge or jury, whether through motions or at trial. While some attorneys in Las Vegas may advocate by attacking the other party personally, his approach is different. He focuses on litigating the issues to gather sufficient information on both sides so that his clients can make informed, professional decisions. He consistently reminds them: don’t make it personal. The goal is to resolve disputes based on the merits, not emotions.