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Manufacturing

Minimizing risks with the ever-changing market in mind.

There are countless issues, from politics and shortages to natural catastrophes, that affect manufacturers every day, shaping the way they do business. Many of us came to the firm with successful backgrounds in the manufacturing sector, and we thoroughly understand the ups and downs that affect manufacturers. With experience in every necessary area—litigation, intellectual property, labor and employment, environmental, import/export, mergers and acquisitions, tax, real estate and more—we work with manufacturing clients to develop an integrated, strategic approach to legal services. Our aim is to help clients carefully minimize risks and confidently take advantage of opportunities.

How We Help Clients 

Combining first-hand industry experience with transactional and litigation savvy, our team is uniquely equipped to help manufacturers and suppliers build enduring value in changing environments. Our services for the manufacturing industry include:

  • Litigating disputes with suppliers, distributors and customers.
  • Reviewing, advising and even negotiating contracts and supply and distribution agreements with suppliers, distributors and customers.
  • Handling labor and employment negotiations, arbitrations and litigation.
  • Counseling on and litigating patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret claims.
  • Providing trademark and labeling consultation.
  • Providing health care/HIPAA consultation.
  • Consulting and litigating environmental disputes at manufacturing facilities.
  • Providing real estate consultation and litigation for manufacturing and retail locations.
  • Providing bankruptcy consultation for suppliers and customers.
  • Reviewing and negotiating executive compensation agreements.
  • Assisting in corporate compliance and acquisitions.

Industry Team Leader

Need something? Our manufacturing industry team leader can point you in the right direction.

Steven M. Crawford
Steven M. Crawford

Partner

Louisville, KY

502.568.0344 Email
Manufacturing Attorneys

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When the Line Goes Down: Cyber Risk and Insurance Considerations for Manufacturers

September 29, 2026 | Publications

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AI Governance Across the Manufacturing Lifecycle: Facilitating Innovation Through Responsible AI Use

September 15, 2026 | Publications

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Same Means Same: Tenth Circuit Limits the Reach of the Clean Air Act’s Citizen Suit Shield

August 26, 2026 | Publications

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Made in Kentucky Presented by FBT Gibbons

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FBT Gibbons Partner Charles Galvin Discusses Freight Broker Liability in Law360

July 31, 2026 | In the News

A $604 million verdict against freight broker C.H. Robinson raises significant questions about how b...

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