By Anthony I. Shin, Esq. | Civil Litigation & Real Estate Disputes | Shin Law Office
Tortious Interference Lawyer Loudoun County VA | Contract Disruption
You had a signed contract. A deal in motion.
Maybe even revenue is coming in.
Then, out of nowhere, someone from the outside steps in and wrecks it.
A competitor whispered lies.
A former employee leaked sensitive terms.
A third party intentionally disrupted the agreement.
The result? You lost the deal, lost money, and your reputation took a hit.
This isn’t just bad business.
It’s tortious interference—and I’m here to stop it.
What Is Tortious Interference?
Tortious interference happens when a third party intentionally causes one party to breach or disrupt a valid contract.
In Loudoun County, this is a serious civil tort that can involve:
- Business contracts
- Federal Contracting Teaming Agreements
- Client agreements
- Employment contracts
- Vendor and supply deals
- Non-compete or confidentiality agreements
If someone deliberately interferes—without legal justification—and causes damage, you may be entitled to compensation.
Two Common Forms of Interference
- Interference with Contractual Relations
This applies when a third party is aware of an existing contract and acts to break it apart or cause a breach. - Interference with Business Expectancy
This applies even when there’s no signed contract—just a substantial likelihood of a deal or continued business—and someone wrongfully sabotages it.
In both cases, the law protects your ability to operate without malicious disruption.
What Does It Look Like in Loudoun County?
Some real-world examples we’ve seen:
- A competitor lures your client away by falsely claiming your company is bankrupt
- A disgruntled ex-employee leaks inside information to disrupt a deal
- A third party convinces a partner to breach a joint venture agreement
- Someone sends defamatory emails or calls to destroy trust in your business
- A supplier is pressured to break a delivery contract with you for someone else’s gain
If it feels underhanded, it probably is.
Virginia law provides us with tools to fight back.
How I Build a Tortious Interference Case
To win in court, we must prove:
- There was a valid contract or clear business expectancy
- The third-party knew about it
- They intentionally caused interference
- You suffered financial damages as a result
I gather the paper trail—emails, texts, contracts, statements—and work with financial experts to calculate the impact.
If we uncover malice or intent, we may also pursue punitive damages.
Why It Matters for Business Owners
In Loudoun County, the business community runs on trust and relationships.
When someone poisons the well with lies, sabotage, or coercion, they need to be held accountable.
You worked hard to build those connections.
Don’t let interference go unchecked.
“When someone deliberately undermines your deal, I’ll make sure they regret it—in court.”
— Anthony I. Shin, Esq.
We Represent Clients Across Loudoun County
- Leesburg
- Ashburn
- Sterling
- South Riding
- Purcellville
- Middleburg
- Lovettsville
- Aldie
- Hamilton
Whether it’s a startup, a family business, or a high-stakes B2B contract, we have the litigation tools to protect your bottom line.
Let’s Talk Before the Damage Spreads
If someone is interfering with your business relationships or contracts, don’t wait.
The longer it goes unchecked, the more difficult it becomes to recover.
Call Shin Law Office today and take the first step toward restoring what was lost—and holding the saboteur accountable.
Call Shin Law Office at 571-445-6565 or book online today!
— Anthony I. Shin, Esq.
Principal Attorney | Shin Law Office
