Commercial Litigation

Trusted expertise in complex commercial litigation disputes

HKA’s global team of forensic accountants, valuation professionals, damages analysts, economic and financial experts, and technical specialists brings clarity and credibility to every stage of commercial litigation.

Drawing on multidisciplinary expertise and decades of experience, we provide rigorous analysis and independent opinions that stand up to scrutiny. Whether advising pre-action, shaping case strategy, or delivering authoritative expert testimony, we help clients navigate complex disputes with confidence and precision.

Resolving high-value, multi-jurisdictional claims

Commercial litigation often involves significant financial stakes, cross-border issues, and intricate contractual or regulatory questions. We support clients at every stage of the dispute lifecycle, from early case assessment and strategy to expert evidence and post-judgment advisory.

We assist in a wide range of commercial disputes, including:

Breach of contract and warranty disputes
Shareholder and partnership litigation
Post-M&A and transaction-related claims
Professional negligence and malpractice
Securities and financial product disputes
Intellectual property and trade secret litigation
Competition and trade practices litigation
Class actions and mass torts
Insurance coverage and liability disputes
Regulatory and antitrust-related claims
Construction and infrastructure litigation

We have delivered expert support across industries including:

Energy and renewables
Industrial and manufacturing
Financial services and cryptocurrency
Healthcare, pharmaceuticals and life sciences
Sports and entertainment 
Technology, media and telecoms
Transportation infrastructure
Hotels, hospitality and leisure
Retail and consumer products
Agriculture, primary production, foods

This breadth of experience enables us to provide industry-specific insight and multidisciplinary expertise in even the most challenging litigation environments.

Our experience

Representative litigation engagements

HKA experts are regularly appointed in high-value, complex litigation across multiple jurisdictions. Below is a selection of notable litigation matters where our experts have provided testimony or expert support:

InterDigital Technology Corp. & Ors v. Lenovo Group Ltd & Ors (High Court of England and Wales, Case No. HP-2019-000032) – SEP-FRAND arbitration concerning global licensing terms for standard-essential patents.
Ravgen Inc. v. Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (LabCorp) (U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, Case No. 6:20-cv-00969-ADA) – Patent infringement dispute concerning non-invasive prenatal testing technology.
Caliper Technologies Corp. v. Aclara Biosciences Inc. (U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Case Nos. C 99-1968 CRB and C 00-0145 CRB) – Trade secret misappropriation and patent infringement case involving microfluidic technology.
Magema Technology LLC v. Phillips 66 et al. (Case No. 4:20-cv-02444) – Litigation in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas concerning patent infringement involving refinery technology.
Nortel Networks Inc., et al. (U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware (Case No. 09-10138 (KG))– Cross-border bankruptcy litigation concerning the allocation of multiple billions of dollars in proceeds from the sale of Nortel’s global business lines and intellectual property.
Bankruptcy Proceedings (U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Texas, ruling issued 16 September 2025) – Litigation concerning alleged embezzlement and concealment of cryptocurrency assets, involving forensic tracing and digital asset recovery.
Oracle Corp. v. SAP AG (U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, Case No. 4:07-cv-01658-PJH) – Litigation concerning software copyright infringement and unauthorized downloads by SAP subsidiary TomorrowNow.
MGA Entertainment Inc. v. Mattel Inc. (U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Case No. 2:05-cv-02727) – Litigation concerning ownership of the Bratz doll franchise and trade secret misappropriation.
Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc v. Goodrich Corporation (English High Court, Commercial Court (Case No: CL-2021-000052, ruling issued 1 August 2023) – Litigation concerning the purchase, stocking, usage, and pricing of aircraft engine spare parts supplied by Goodrich for use on Rolls-Royce engines.
Candy Ventures SARL v. (1) Aaqua BV & (2) Robert Bonnier (English High Court, Commercial Court (Case No: CL-2022-000367, ruling issued 5 November 2025) – Litigation concerning the valuation of a start-up impacted by fraudulent misrepresentations.
SBM Bank (Mauritius) Ltd v (1) Renish Petrochem FZE (2) Mr Hiteshkumar Chinubhai Mehta [2022] DIFC CA 011 – Litigation concerning allegations of fraud and a claim for outstanding financing repayments related to oil and gas contracts.
Rada Trading LLC FZC v Arya Petroleum FZE [2020] DIFC CFI 112 – Litigation concerning alleged non-performance of the supplier and resultant loss of profit related to oil and gas storage and related brokerage contracts.
Five Real Estate Development LLC v Reem Emirates Aluminium LLC [2020 ] DIFC TCD 009 – Litigation concerning alleged building project delay and resultant loss of profit related to sub-contractor supplier delay.

How we can help you

Our specialist expert witnesses provide independent, court-tested testimony across forensic accounting, valuation, damages analysis, economic and financial, and technical disciplines. We are experienced in proceedings before domestic courts, domestic and international arbitration tribunals, and regulatory bodies — trusted for our ability to communicate complex issues with clarity and authority.

Complex data and document analysis

We apply advanced analytics with support from our data intelligence team to assist in applying our forensic techniques to financial records, contracts, and operational data. Our work uncovers insights that strengthen evidentiary foundations and support both case strategy and expert opinion.

Construction and engineering disputes

We provide authoritative analysis in construction and engineering litigation, including delay, disruption, and quantum claims. Our experts deliver forensic architectural and engineering assessments, technical evaluations, and causation analysis to support claims and defenses. Whether addressing design defects, scope changes, or schedule impacts, we offer clear, defensible insights that stand up to scrutiny in litigation. Our forensic accounting and valuation experts work alongside our construction and engineering experts to quantify damages or consequential loss arising from construction delay or disruption disputes.

Damages and quantum analysis

We quantify economic loss, lost profits, diminution in value, increased costs, and other financial impacts with precision and commercial insight. Our experts help build robust claims, rebut opposing analyses, and ensure financial arguments stand up to scrutiny.

Strategic litigation support

From the outset, we work closely with counsel to shape case strategy, assess causation and liability, and evaluate damages. Our input informs pleadings, discovery, mediation, and settlement negotiations — helping clients focus on the issues that matter most.

HKA experts also have experience in acting in the role of Court appointed Referee/determinator, and as court appointed single experts.

Complex litigation disputes demand independent expertise that is trusted worldwide. HKA’s global team delivers court-tested analysis that ensures clarity, credibility, and commercially sound insights under the highest levels of scrutiny.