Sara Berry

Key member of trial team representing a large agricultural processing company in a dispute with its insurance company regarding insurance coverage, including business interruption coverage.

Second-chaired a week-long court trial regarding the dissolution of a limited liability company, the distribution of the company’s assets, and the contracts between the members. Obtained dismissal of all claims for personal liability against my clients.

Second-chaired a three-week jury trial resulting in a favorable jury verdict award of actual and punitive damages on breach of contract, fraud, and breach of fiduciary duty claims. Drafted summary judgment briefs that resulted in the dismissal of all claims against our client.

Participant on the legal team that defended and obtained full dismissal of plaintiffs’ multiple claims for breach of contract and breaches of fiduciary duties arising out of an option agreement to acquire a food processing entity.

Participant on the legal team that drafted pleadings, motions, and jury instructions resulting in a full defense verdict against claims for breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, and breach of contract involving a multi-million dollar claim over forward price contracts.

Key member of trial teams representing governmental entities condeming private property for roadway expansions resulting in favorable settlements of all cases on behalf of clients.

Successfully negotiated terms for acquiring commercial and residential property through the government’s power of eminent domain.

Second-chaired a jury trial resulting in a jury verdict establishing easement rights for an agricultural business and recovery on an intentional interference claim.

Advised local governmental clients on eminent domain requirements and procedures for large-scale interagency project.

Successfully negotiated a settlement involving the disputed use of an easement after arguments on motion for summary judgment.

Coordinated massive document collection and review for client facing patent-infringement charges.

Successfully defended client’s victory before a referee pursuant to the Small Lawsuit Resolution Act and obtained attorney fees on appeal.

Successfully argued appeal of client’s victorious claims of improper police conduct and abuse of power. Sara was part of a team that briefed the merits of this case on appeal and opposed a petition for writ of certiorari to the United States Supreme Court.