Commercial
Mediation
Antone Melton-Meaux leverages his prior experience as a commercial litigator to advise parties in resolving business disputes that preserve relationships and avoid the costs and risks of litigation. Antone advises parties in negotiations and helps them reach a mutually satisfactory resolution by guiding the conversation, identifying the parties’ interests, and exploring solutions.
antone's
experience
Antone has successfully served as a mediator in commercial disputes that include, but are not limited to, the following:
Breach of contract
Shareholder or partnership conflicts
Vendor/supplier disagreements
Trade secrets
Employment or workplace claims
Case
Examples
Trade Secret & Unjust Enrichment Dispute
Two competitors in the industrial manufacturing sector accused each other of trade secret misappropriation and unjust enrichment. Mediation enabled both parties to explore practical solutions, leading to a mutually beneficial resolution in just one day.
Customer Misappropriation Dispute
A communications company alleged that a competitor had unlawfully leveraged proprietary information to solicit its customers. Through several mediation sessions, the dispute was settled amicably, allowing both companies to move forward without the uncertainty and expense of litigation.
Breach of Contractual Covenants Dispute
A marketing company sued a competitor, alleging wrongful employee poaching and misappropriation of confidential information. Over multiple mediation sessions, the parties engaged in structured negotiations, ultimately reaching a resolution that preserved business interests while avoiding costly litigation.
What They
Say
Antone Melton-Meaux is a phenomenal mediator. He is astute, skillful, compassionate, and fair. He listens to both sides carefully, grasps complex legal concepts easily, and brings a creative approach to conflict resolution. Integrity, professionalism, and respect are hallmarks of his practice.
Antone is a fantastic lawyer, a critical thinker, and a hard worker. But what really sets him apart from his peers are his people skills. He has an uncanny ability to connect with people and make them feel heard. This is an essential characteristic in a mediator, and it's incredibly important as he works with parties to help them find common ground. I would trust Antone with the most complex and difficult cases, as well as those involving the most difficult personalities and perspectives.
Antone is a skilled mediator with a deft touch capable of managing difficult issues, parties, and counsel.