The general civil trial practice of the firm constitutes a large component of the firm's practice. The litigators conduct civil trial and appellate practice in all state and federal courts, including labor and employment law, business transactions, probate matters, tort and insurance defense, professional liability, intellectual property suits, lender liability suits, bid protest suits, litigation of complex tort and commercial matters, medical malpractice defense, prosecution of surety bond and mechanics lien cases, and product liability claims, among others. With several attorneys whose time is devoted exclusively to civil litigation, and many others who devote a substantial amount of time to matters of administrative litigation, the firm is equipped to respond to a wide range of claims on behalf of its clients. In addition to the staff of attorneys, the firm employs a number of litigation paralegals, who allow the firm to deliver legal services cost-effectively.