Rimforest Construction Lawyers

Kevin McDonnell is a skilled California Business, Real Estate, Government & Administrative, and Litigation attorney. His practice includes, but is not limited to, representation of developers and property owners with land use, zoning, entitlements, regulation, and compliance, and dispute resolution matters.

Kevin brings unique knowledge and understanding to his cases. In addition to his law degree, he holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering and M.S. in Structural Engineering. Kevin is registered in California as both a Civil and Structural Engineer.

Kevin advocates for clients with passion and integrity. He is dedicated to providing exceptional service and the best possible results. Visit...

Mr. McMorris is a trial lawyer and directs Thornton Law Firm’ workplace injury and health care subrogation practices. He is a member of the Massachusetts and New York bars and the American Association for Justice. Mr. McMorris’ trial experience has included several jury verdicts in excess of $1 million dollars in cases involving products liability, construction accidents, toxic exposures, lead paint poisoning, and asbestos exposure. Mr. McMorris is appointed by the federal district court to serve as plaintiff’s liaison counsel in asbestos litigation, and has served in that positions since 1993. He was appointed by the Superior Court of...

I completed my law degree at the University of Southern California, Gould School of Law, where I served as a Senior Editor for the Southern California Law Review. I graduated with Dean's Honors, and was one of the four students whose Law Review Article was selected for Publication in the Journal. EDUCATION: USC Good School of Law, Dean's Honors UC Santa Barbara, Summa Cum Laude In my professional journey, I have had the privilege of working for 7 years between the global law firms of DLA Piper (US) LLC, which ranks third overall in the AMLAW listings, and K&L Gates LLP, which holds...

Harvey Stern, a native of Youngstown, Ohio, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the legal field. His journey began at Kent State University, where he not only excelled as a member of the tennis team but also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration. Upon graduating, Harvey embarked on a ten-day vacation to Los Angeles, a trip that ultimately extended into a thirty-year residency. In the vibrant city, he pursued his legal education at UWLA School of Law, graduating in 1996 with a Juris Doctorate degree. Harvey's entrepreneurial spirit manifested in the establishment and successful management of various...

Sacramento attorney Timothy Kassouni founded Kassouni Law on the belief that property rights and personal freedom are intertwined. He passionately considers it his duty and mission to rigorously defend property rights against government and private abuse. Mr. Kassouni has many years of experience litigating against private and public entities at all levels of court, including the United States Supreme Court, the California Supreme Court, the California Court of Appeal, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to name a few. His litigation expertise in land use, appeals, business, and property rights law has led to legal victories and the setting...

34 years experience litigating construction defect and real estate litigation cases. $190m in jury verdicts. $72m in punitive damages. Sole practitioner offering exception personal service and attention. Highly skilled in all phases of litigation. Trial, Arbitration, Mediation, Settlement. Experienced in high-end custom home construction defects, real estate fraud and non-disclosure, complex business litigation.

Robert A. Weissman specializes in construction law representing general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, rental companies and other trade and design professionals, spec builders and owners in connection with public (state, local and federal) and private (residential, commercial and industrial property) from contract preparation, negotiation, course of construction issues and disputes and in mediation, arbitration and litigation (including breach of contract, change order, extra work, delay, defective work and performance disputes; foreclosure of mechanics' liens, enforcement of stop notices, payment bonds and subdivision improvement and similar bonds), substitution hearings, CSLB matters, other bond claims, bid protests and claims against public entities....

Since being admitted to the California State Bar in 1978, Scott has been practicing law in the areas of construction, business, employment, and real estate, representing contractors, property owners, and others in the construction industry. As an experienced trial attorney, Scott has tried and arbitrated more than 200 cases. On the transactional side of law he has counseled and assisted hundreds of business clients on legal issues ranging from the formation and operation of new businesses to the sale and dissolution of existing businesses.

After graduating with honors from California State University at Pomona in 1974 with a degree...

Mike joined the State Bar of California in 2009 and has been admitted to practice before all Courts in the State of California and in the Central District of California’s federal court.

Mike has represented and assisted numerous businesses with identifying and implementing strategies to manage risk, protect against exposure, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect company assets. As a business litigator, Mike has been first chair in numerous trials, arbitrations, and mediations. His case work involves complex business disputes, real estate and development disputes, securities fraud defense, protecting intellectual property, commercial debt collection, and judgment recovery.

In 2004, Mike graduated from...

Represented both major and small contractors and subcontractors throughout Southern California for over 40 years. Phi Beta Kappa and Judge Pro Tem.

I have represented employees since 1993. My trials have involved cases in which large group of employees sue. I have written over 1,000 articles of employment law, and have a weekly radio show about employment law on Sundays from 8-9 AM on 105.1 FM in Los Angeles. Old episodes can be heard at: https://worklawyerca.info/list/?kkgo/ Let's be honest, the help you need is winning your case and winning a lot of money. That is not going to happen if you have an inexperienced lawyer. Read about some our winning record at: https://worklawyerca.com/employment-lawyer-winning-record/ My law firm handles sexual harassment, unpaid wages including groups, PAGA,...

Mr. Turner is an AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated attorney with over 20 years of experience handling a wide range of civil litigation matters on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants in the California courts. In addition, Mr. Turner has acted as personal counsel to numerous individuals and companies, helping them to create/revise/negotiate contracts, prepare appropriate policies, investigate claims, and avoid litigation. Further, Mr. Turner serves as an arbitrator and mediator to help bring matters to a expedient resolution. Having handled matters on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants provides Mr. Turner with the ability to analyze matters from...

Robert Adler has been a sole practitioner with a proven track record expanding over 31 years. Robert’s strength lies in his ability to develop your case to your maximum benefit. A meticulous negotiator, Robert will take charge of your case to bring it to its most optimal outcome. Robert received a BA Degree in Psychology from Westmont College in 1981. Robert graduated Pepperdine University School of Law in 1984 and was admitted to the California State Bar in 1985. He is also a 2001 graduate of the prestigious Strauss Institute of Dispute Resolution. Robert is admitted to practice...

Nicholas Arcamone is currently an Associate at the Bruckner Law Firm- a federal contract litigation firm in San Diego, CA. At the completion of a four-year tour with the Army as a Military Intelligence Officer, CPT Arcamone returned to San Diego to attend Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Nick volunteered with the SDVLP's Domestic Violence Clinic, where he helped indigent domestic and elder abuse victims in obtaining quality legal services. He earned the Wiley M. Manuel Certificate for Pro-Bono Services in 2011. Nick began his...

Attorney Steven R. Lovett has over 40 years of experience in law, receiving a J.D. from Southwest University School of Law in 1978. In that time, he has represented clients in hundreds of complex real estate, construction, and commercial litigation cases. He has also authored "California Partnership Handbook 2d," "Search and Seizure Courtroom Book," has co-authored "Arbitration Handbook 2d," and has edited over a dozen legal publications in the area of business law, real estate law, commercial law, and other legal areas.

Mr. Greer is a 35-year experienced expert in real estate and construction law: whether involving consultation, dispute management, transactional matters, arbitrations, or trial, he has successfully served real estate and construction clientele in all of their "phases" of need in both California and Colorado. He is an extensively accomplished Attorney (c 1986), a certified Arbitrator (i.e. private Judge, c 1996), and a licensed General Contractor (c 2005). Mr. Greer founded a litigation law firm in 1988 and together with a staff of attorneys and paralegals accomplished success in 2200 litigated files. He presently offers transactional work and consulting...

Pedram Minoofar handles all aspects of complex real estate and construction litigation including representing clients' interests in all dispute resolution forums (mediation, arbitration, litigation, and other forms of dispute resolution).

Today, Pedram represents a diverse client base in the real estate and construction industries including owners/developers, contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in both public and private sectors.

Aside from counseling clients in real estate matters, Pedram counsels clients and litigates numerous other types of disputes including, corporate, partnership, and limited liability company dissolutions, and other commercial disputes.

Pedram also provides advice to clients in real estate transactional matters including, private developments, contract negotiations,...

I am an experienced California Real Estate, Land Use and Construction attorney. I represent developers, owners, operators and lenders in all aspects of real estate transactions. My practice also includes advocating for non-profit organizations in these areas.

With 25 years of experience, I am dedicated to providing outstanding service and comprehensive representation. I practice law with passion and integrity, focused on successfully resolving my clients' legal needs.

Our firm was founded with the intention of providing businesses, large and small, with skillful legal representation tailored to each client’s particular needs and long-term goals. With more than a decade of legal experience, we advance our clients’ interests, anticipate their needs, provide sound legal advice and represent client interests in transactions, disputes and litigation.

We often act as general counsel for many transactions and business clients. We understand your legal needs and the importance of being cost-effective firm. We are committed to offering thorough, comprehensive and creative legal solutions to common and uncommon legal problems. Handling business litigation matters for...

Mahyar Ghassemian, is an accomplished business litigation and construction defense attorney with over 16 years of experience in complex litigation including Business, Construction, General Liability, and Personal Injury law. From defending national construction companies to small businesses, Mahyar offers clients versatile legal expertise they know they can count on. Her master’s degree in physics together with years of business experience in the corporate world form a unique combination that continues to yield successful results. A distinguished entrepreneurial figure within the community as well, Mahyar bears an array of high-ranking positions within preeminent business and legal organizations. She has...

Mr. Sandelmann has represented large and small clients in real estate litigation, construction defects, complex title insurance litigation, employment matters, partnership disputes, manufacturing disputes, class actions involving wage & hour and other matters, medical malpractice, administrative proceedings before California governmental agencies, appeals before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and the California Appellate Courts, real estate acquisitions, real estate developments, drafting homeowners association bylaws and rules and regulations, commercial leases, contracts, telecommunication license acquisitions, entertainment and banking. Mr. Sandelmann has represented clients extensively in State and Federal courts, in arbitrations and mediations, and in administrative...

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Kirk Rodby earned his Bachelor of Science degree from California State University at Northridge in 1995 and went on to graduate magna cum laude from Tulane Law School. In 2002, he received his Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in constitutional law from the New York University School of Law.

A member of the California Bar Association since 2006, Kirk is part of our Construction, Labor & Employment and Estate Planning practices.

Kirk has a life-long love of books and writing, and comes to The Green Law Group after serving in management at Barnes & Noble. He is a contributing author...

transactional advocate, representing property owners, developers, lenders, landlords, tenants in commercial real estate transactions

Trevor Countryman is a partner in JMBM’s Real Estate Department. He advises clients in all aspects of real estate transactions including property acquisitions and dispositions, financing, leasing, development and construction. Trevor’s clients range from large funds to individual developers and opportunistic investors, engaged in deals involving office, retail, multi-family, single-family, mixed-use and hotel properties.

I am a determined California attorney practicing Bankruptcy, Business, Real Estate and Construction Law, with a particular focus on insolvency, debtor-creditor rights and real estate matters. With years of experience, my goal is always providing exceptional legal service and representation to achieve the best possible outcomes.

At Structure Law Group, I am part of a dedicated legal team providing skilled and knowledgeable advocacy for business and real estate law matters. For more information visit my website or call for a consultation.

As a skilled Los Angeles personal injury attorney, Kevin Danesh represents clients throughout the area. He is a founder and managing partner at BD&J, a prestigious, highly respected personal injury law firm in Beverly Hills. Kevin is extremely professional and provide compassionate, caring representation to clients throughout every step of the process. In his years of experience, he has brought in more than $235 million in verdicts and settlements for his clients. Kevin has a reputation for helping clients feel at ease during what is often a very stressful and complicated process. He is driven to provide the best representation...

Represented industries include accounting, aerospace and defense, construction, disaster response and engineering, cosmetics, food, beverage and alcohol, healthcare, hospitality and leisure, logistics and trucking, media, entertainment and video game, natural resources, real estate, and technology. Represent both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of high-stakes litigation. Advise clients on real estate acquisition, disposition, leasing, financing, construction, and development transactions. Handle a spectrum of negotiated situations, such as asset sales and purchases, corporate governance advice, general corporate counseling, and stock sales and purchases. Represent commercial landlords and other creditors in chapter 7 and 11 cases and non-bankruptcy workouts.

Kelli G. Hawley is the managing partner of McCathern’s Los Angeles office. Mrs. Hawley concentrates her practice in construction law, with additional expertise in litigation of real estate disclosure, business, contracts, products liability, construction injury, and subrogation disputes.

Mrs. Hawley regularly handles high-exposure defense of developers and general contractors under Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (“OCIP”) and Contractor Controlled Insurance Programs (“CCIP”), better known as wrap-up insurance policies. She has an established track record of early and economic resolution of pre-litigation claims both under SB800 and Calderon statutes. Mrs. Hawley has practiced law since 1985, with both jury and bench trial experience....

Attorney Christine C. Zaouk joined the McCathern Los Angeles office as an Of Counsel attorney in March 2016. After years of representing insurance companies in structural and property damage cases, Ms. Zaouk now represents employees in employment discrimination and wrongful termination cases, as well as Wage and Hour class actions. She also handles consumer class actions on large scale issues. Ms. Zaouk’s prior experience on the defense side gives her an advantage in prosecuting such cases and her working knowledge of civil procedure, coupled with the aggressive nature of her litigation style, correlates to successful results for her clients.

Ms. Zaouk...

Welcome, my name is Amir Afsar and I have been a California Bar Certified attorney since 2004. My practice, Afsar Law Group, A.P.C., is located in Palm Desert, California and provides legal services to clients throughout the Coachella Valley. For legal assistance in Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta, Palm Springs, Indio, and throughout the Coachella Valley, contact Amir Afsar with Afsar Law Group, A.P.C. at 760-345-3110 or visit us on the web at www.AfsarLaw.com.

We are multifaceted south Orange County law firm that handles collections issues (regarding creditors and debtors), issues with real estate brokers, agents and loan representatives and actions by and against contractors and home owners and wide variety of breach of contract actions. We also handle foreclosures and disputes against real estate agents and mortgage brokers. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards. FREE TELEPHONE CONSULTATION. We specialize in personal and business collections, foreclosure, breach of contract actions and actions against real estate and loan companies and their agents. We represent both debtors and...

Attorney Mark C. Hargan has 37 years of legal experience with major emphasis on Construction Law representing Owners, General Contractors, Subcontractors and Material Suppliers in all aspects of Public and Private Construction Projects. Mr. Hargan has successfully represented construction clients in regard to Bid Protests, Preparation and Negotiation of Claims, Construction Disputes, Mechanic's Liens, Stop Notices, Extra Work and Delay Claims, Construction Defects and Surety Bond Claims in Mediations, Arbitrations and Trials. Mr. Hargan is also highly experience in the areas of Business, Real Estate and Personal Injury Law. Mr. Hargan...

Mr. Kerekes is an experienced real estate and business attorney with over 30 years of experience. He began his career as assistant general counsel for a real estate development company and related brokerage company, negotiating and drafting construction agreements, financing agreements, and the purchase and sale of real property, as well as defending on construction claims. He also structured and organized entities to hold title and helped obtain financing. Thereafter, he went into private practice. He is also a veteran trial attorney who has also prosecuted and defended major cases involving construction defects, breach of contract, partnership disputes and...

All Aspects of Construction, Litigation and Commercial Law

Trial and Appellate Lawyer with 27 years of experience in handling large loss/high exposure, complex civil claims in insurance defense, insurance subrogation, business, construction, commercial, intellectual property, labor and employment matters, and estate litigation. Before founding Armstrong Law Group in 2021, John Armstrong was a founding partner of Horwitz, Cron & Armstrong, LLP, and was an equity partner with Murtaugh Meyer Nelson & Treglia, LLP (2001-2010). Before that, John was associated with prestigious insurance defense law firms, namely Mower, Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck, LLP (1998-2001) and Demler, Armstrong & Rowland, LLP (1996-1998). John was graduated in the top of his class...