Joseph Gerard McGuinness

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Joseph Gerard McGuinness

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 41 years

Construction and development Lawyer at Torrance, CA
Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Litigation, Business, Contracts & Agreements

3858 W Carson St Ste 301, Torrance Executive Plaza West, Torrance, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Construction and Development 58%

Construction Litigation

42 years | 700 cases

58%
Litigation 40%

General Litigation

42 years | 400 cases

40%
Business 1%

1%
Contracts and Agreements 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021

Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 11 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 2014

Limited license to appear with local counsel

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 41 years

State: California

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 5 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2020

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

McGuinness & Associates

3858 W Carson St Ste 301, Torrance Executive Plaza West, Torrance, CA, 90503-6700

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Joseph Gerard McGuinness's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (12)
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Posted by Chris | August 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Owner

For over 45 years, I have been in Real Estate Development, Property Management, and Business Development. In these pursuits, I have consulted with countless lawyers. In fact, my business partner is a Lawyer. My business partner and I had an issue with one of our business developments and were forced ...to file suit. We chose Joe McGuinness to represent us. Joe went beyond settlement and was successful in litigating, enforcing, and collecting our judgment. Joe is pleasant, considerate, and professional. If you are looking for someone who will explore every avenue and win your case, I recommend Joe without hesitation.

Posted by Sean Q | August 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Always taken care of

Joe, Julia and the rest of the team have always been the most professional yet kind lawyers to work with. I've never felt like a question was too small with them and they have always been extremely accommodating to help me better understand any situation I've been in. When its time to make this type ...of phone call it always feels better when you have confidence in the people fighting for you and these guys FIGHT for you. I will always be a customer and will always recommend them.

Posted by Andy | July 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely the Best Construction Lawyer

I met Joe McGuinness in 1999, from that point in time Joe and his team have represented my organization on hundreds of construction claims. He/they won every case!!! The professionalism is unmatched. I am always impressed with their preparation and tenacity. Regarding their leader, Joe McGuinness, I ...consider him one of the finest human beings I have ever met. He is the example of integrity in business and life. When it comes to the courtroom he is a champion. I am thankful he was representing my organization.

Posted by Kathleen | July 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Manager

Joe McGuinness is an extremely experienced and successful attorney. He is fair and honest. Joe is highly qualified and motivated; he knows the law. When Joe and his team take on a case, they will be your advocate and go to bat for you. Having never been in a situation that necessitated hiring a... lawyer, I did not know where to begin or what to expect. My mind was put at ease once I contacted McGuinness & Associates. Joe and his team listened. They made me feel comfortable and central from the get-go; they had my back. The team was honest, forthcoming and attentive. They took on my case without reservation and guided me through to a fair and successful outcome. Throughout the process, they listened and were very responsive in answering my frequent questions. The team was patient, practical, upfront and kept me in the loop on the law, decisions and expectations. • Investigations were thorough…no stones were left unturned. • Team expertise offered options and solutions. • Research was comprehensive and essential. • Effective correspondence and open-ended communication were key. Throughout the process, the entire team was confident, honest, highly professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend McGuinness & Associates to represent you and your interests.

Posted by David K | July 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Law Firm I have ever encountered

I have to say, I always dread dealing with lawyers, but Mr. McGuinnes was very kind, understanding and very very professional. I used their firm for several consults and hired them for a legal matter with my home city. Mr. McGuinness and his associate always listen to your concerns with extreme atte...ntion, they will give you the best advice they can, even if it means turning you away. All I can say is that they are honest, very professional and achieve great results. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who needs a lawyer.

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Joseph Gerard McGuinness's Lawyer Endorsements

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L McCready

Construction and development lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I spent twenty years as an inhouse attorney before founding Puritan Faust, P.C. twenty years ago. I managed millions of dollars a year for outside counsel engagements. Joe McGuinness was my favorite attorney to work with in the USA. Twenty years later, when my own client needed a lawyer in California, I was thrilled to have a great attorney, whom I know, available to recommend. My client is as happy with Joe as I have always been. I have also been working with Jeff Flashman at the firm. He has been excellent as well. I would expect nothing less than great people working with Joe."

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L McCready

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Principal, McGuinness & Associates

1992 - 1996

Partner, Wickwire Gavin, PC

1987 - 1992

Attorney, Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton

1984 - 1987

Attorney, Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo

Associations

1984 - 2015

State Bar of California

Attorney

Education

1984

Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

California State University, Northridge

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Seminar

Construction Project Documentation

1996

Seminar

Construction law remedies

Publications

1995

Wiley Law Publications Fifty State Construction Lien and Bond Law
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