Albert E. Hartmann practices in the area of business and commercial litigation.

Mr. Hartmann handles all phases of complex commercial litigation. He appears frequently in both federal and state court, and also represents clients through different methods of alternative dispute resolution. He has represented clients in business and commercial disputes involving: land use and property issues, breach of contract, IP licensing agreements, outsourcing and manufacturing agreements, misappropriation of trade secrets, computer and software development agreements, and patent and trademark infringement.

Mr. Hartmann has extensive experience in both individual and class action lawsuits filed by consumers in state and federal courts. He routinely defends clients in lawsuits brought under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the Truth in Lending Act, and other consumer protection statutes. He also advises clients regarding compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the Truth in Lending Act, and other statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements.

Mr. Hartmann works with clients as well as internal and external IT professionals to ensure smooth and cost-effective electronic discovery, including developing preservation, collection, search, and review protocols. He routinely uses and coordinates information technology applications to support litigation efforts.