Civil Litigation

Resolving disputes with strategy, integrity, and results.

When disagreements escalate into legal disputes, having the right advocate on your side makes all the difference. At Oertel, Koonts & Oertel, we provide strategic, results-focused representation for individuals, businesses, and municipalities facing a wide range of civil litigation matters.

Our goal is simple: to protect your rights, defend your interests, and guide you toward the most favorable outcome — efficiently and cost-effectively.

What We Handle

We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of civil disputes, including:

  • Contract Disputes
    Breach of contract, performance disagreements, and failure to pay.
  • Property & Real Estate Disputes
    Boundary issues, title conflicts, landlord-tenant matters.
  • Business & Commercial Litigation
    Partnership disputes, business torts, non-compete enforcement.
  • Construction Litigation
    Defect claims, payment disputes, and delay damages.
  • Collections
    Representation for creditors seeking recovery of outstanding debts.
  • Injunctions & Emergency Relief
    When fast legal action is needed to prevent harm or preserve rights.
  • Appeals
    Review and challenge of trial court decisions to protect your rights and interests.


Whether you’re initiating a lawsuit or responding to one, we work closely with you to understand your goals, explain your options, and build a strategy that puts you in the strongest possible position.

Our Approach

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all litigation. Every case is different, and we tailor our strategy to fit your unique situation. From the outset, we work to resolve matters through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration whenever possible. But when trial becomes necessary, we are fully prepared to advocate for you in state or federal court.

Our clients appreciate our responsiveness, transparency, and ability to cut through legal complexity with clear, straightforward advice.

Let's Talk

If you’re facing a legal dispute, don’t wait. Call 336-524-0355 or contact us today to schedule a consultation.

Paul Koonts

Geoff Oertel

Need Help?

If you have questions or a legal issue you’d like to discuss, or if you’d like to get started, contact us today.