Amini LLC's $40M Win for Lender Defense

Amini LLC successfully secured a verdict in the New York Supreme Court, winning over $40 million in debt recoveries, interest, and legal costs for a Delaware-based client.

This victory emphasized the crucial rule that commercial agreements must be upheld. The case, led by associates Charles Wollman and founder Bijan Amini, involved a commercial disagreement over a $3.5 million loan intended for startup investment.

Despite the agreed 79-day repayment term, the debtor exceeded this, repaying after 799 days and accumulating significant interest. The court dismissed the defendant’s attempts to contest the repayment obligations on the grounds of unconscionability and duress, highlighting the enforceability of the meticulously negotiated loan agreements between two legally advised, sophisticated parties.

This outcome reinforces the importance of contract integrity in commerce and demonstrates Amini LLC’s prowess in resolving intricate legal disputes and achieving notable awards for its clients.

Our Opinion:

This ruling sends a strong message that borrowers, regardless of their financial standing or personal wealth, must honor their commitments and repay their debts as agreed. The fact that the defendant was a CEO of a global financial services company with $8 billion in AUM further emphasizes the significance of this case. It demonstrates that even high-profile individuals and companies are not above the law when it comes to fulfilling their contractual obligations.

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