Inside the Business Courts: How Brian Akkashian Navigates High-Stakes Commercial Litigation Season 8, Episode 15

Commercial litigator Brian Akkashian of Paesano Akkashian shares an inside look at the fast-paced world of business disputes, automotive supply chain battles, and high-stakes shareholder conflicts. From complex breach-of-contract fights to the rise of mandatory mediation across Michigan’s business courts, Brian explains how strategy, preparation, and a deep understanding of industry dynamics drive successful outcomes.He also reflects on one of the most memorable cases of his career—the aftermath of the 2004 “Malice at the Palace”—and how being both a witness and counsel for one of the players shaped his perspective on litigation. Brian discusses what makes commercial matters unique, why most cases settle, how effective mediation can shift the trajectory of a dispute, and the importance of recognizing both the legal and business implications of every decision.Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-akkashian-2bb25422Paesano Akkashian:⁠ ⁠⁠https://palawyers.com/Learn more about EmotionTrac and our AI-driven Emotional Intelligence Platform:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://legal.emotiontrac.com/