Thank you for your interest in our real estate and construction legal services. We would like to begin the introductory process by mentioning some of the advantages we can offer to you. One of our attorneys is an engineer as well as being an attorney. One of our attorneys is also a licensed Real Estate Broker. Their technical expertise is invaluable to our clients.

EXPERIENCE. All our attorneys have at least 10 years experience in real estate and construction law, plus vital areas like insurance and contracts. This means they can help you prevent problems, as well as solving them more efficiently. We are well versed in risk management techniques that provide you with maximum protection.

The Firm has represented design professionals in claims involving alleged negligence in preparing documents for new subdivisions, and has extricated them from lawsuits without their having to make any payment. We have successfully represented developers in cases ranging from those requesting rescission of purchase agreements to those involving defense of alleged fraud claims, and have resolved many such legal problems quickly and efficiently. We have successfully performed transactional work involving group investments/syndications, LLCs, and IRC 1031 Exchanges. We have represented Building Owners, including the Oakland Housing Authority, Misawa Homes, owner of the Clubhouse at Hiddenbrooke Golf Course; and the Stockton Shelter for the Homeless in legal disputes over alleged defective construction, mechanics' liens, stop notices, and more. See the accompanying Chart for further information on our outstanding track record.

SUCCESS. In construction defects disputes. we've usually recovered repair costs along with legal/consultant fees. Often, this has been achieved without costly trials. But when court battles have been unavoidable, we've won these too.

In addition, the Firm has successfully defended contractors from claims of defective workmanship. We obtained large sums of money due various contractors for extra work orders, mechanics' liens, and stop notices. We have successfully prosecuted claims for delay damages on behalf of contractors. We have solved property owners' problems with claims of lien recorded by contractors. Ms. Rankin's firm has been placed on the "approved list" of a number of insurance companies, including Maryland Casualty, CNA and Cigna. These relationships have often enabled the Firm to have clients' insurers pay for legal costs.

AFFORDABILITY. We do our best to minimize your costs while maintaining the highest quality. To this end, we keep rates reasonable, and use teams of experienced attorneys and skilled paralegals for maximum cost efficiency.

RESPONSIVENESS. You'll find us large enough to provide full capabilities, yet still ready to offer attentive service: quick answers to questions, prompt updates on work status, and more.

Your business is unique and has special legal needs. We would enjoy the opportunity to meet you and your associates to review your situation and discuss your concerns.

If your organization now requires counsel, or anticipates a future need, we hope you'll give us a call. We'll be pleased to meet with you, free of charge, to review your situation and discuss your concerns.

We look forward to meeting you.