David William Ginn

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David William Ginn

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Lawsuits and disputes Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: Lawsuits & Disputes, Construction & Development, Real Estate

2950 Buskirk Avenue, Suite 260, Walnut Creek, CA

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About David

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Lawsuits and Disputes 50%

Disputes involving businesses, partnerships, contracts, Limited Liability Companies, sales of goods, construction and real estate.

39 years | 600 cases

50%
Construction and Development 30%

Construction claims, extra work, delays, disruptions, lost productivity, public works, mechanics liens, stop notices, contracts, change orders, Eichleay Formula,False Claims Act, Mediation, Arbitration and Litigation. Prepare construction contracts.

39 years | 600 cases

30%
Real Estate 20%

Commercial and Residential Transactions, Land Use, Quiet Title, Partition, Easements, Commercial and Residential Leases, Purchases and Sales of Real Estate, Disputes involving adequacy of disclosure, Partnerships, LLCs, Corporations.

39 years | 120 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012

Licenses

Licensed in California for 39 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

GinnLaw, P.C.

2950 Buskirk Avenue, Suite 260, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597

ginnlaw.com

David William Ginn's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by T.R. | August 25, 2013

5 star attorney

Proficient, competent, expertise, and mastery are all words I would use to describe my experience with Mr. Ginn. I worked with two other attorneys before contacting Mr. Ginn on a unique real estate issue that had not been seen before. Mr. Ginn explained in ways he knew I would understand and did not ...try to impress me with legalese. What impressed me most was when his mastery and expertise was praised by a judge to another up and coming attorney. Mr. Ginn and his associate Mr. Rosen have earned my respect and gratitude. I would highly recommend The Law Offices of Ginn and Crosby.

Posted by John D. | August 23, 2013

Outstanding attorney and firm representation with a positive outcome in our case

I contacted David Ginn awhile back to represent my wife in a real estate matter. He was very informative during our initial consultation. David along with Joshua Rosen and their entire staff worked hard on my wife's case resulting in a very positive outcome. David was very open, honest, trustworthy, ...responsive, and kept me and my wife in the loop every step of way. David was very professional and showed a great deal of care and concern in our case. His entire firm was a delight to deal with. I highly recommend them.

Posted by Guido & Gracie | September 14, 2011

VERY KNOWLEDGABLE

If you need someone that knows construction licensing and residential improvement contracts, David is the one. We were very lucky to have him represent us. From the beginning upon receipt of our first legal draft document we were impressed with his knowledge and thoroughness. His fees were also ver...y fair. David -Thank You! The Bertoli's

Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2009

Commercial Real Estate Firm Highly Recommends David Ginn for All Legal Matters Concerning Real Estate.

It is a great pleasure to have the opportunity to submit this review of Mr. Ginn. He has acted as my personal attorney as well as my Corporate attorney for a little over 20 years. During that time he has represented me and my firm in a diverse range of capacities, including: preparation of commer...cial property leases - both office and retail; formation of at least six Limited Liability Companies for the acquisition and/or development of improved properties; conversion of a 23 physician-member General Partnership into a Limited Liability Company, which also required the unwinding and restructuring of 20 long-term leases and the recasting of a $6 million conduit loan; representation of my firm (shielding me) as we performed our duties as court-appointed Receiver in the dissolution of a large law firm; defended me in two lawsuits over the 20 years; handles many routine but important legal matters that probably keep me out of many other lawsuits. I refer others to him regularly.

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David William Ginn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shanti Michaels

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"David Ginn personifies the key traits of a good attorney. He is a convincing oral advocate, as well as an efficient, thorough, and open-minded strategist and writer. He is committed to his clients and to providing quality representation. I endorse David Ginn."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Doland

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A 10.0 attorney on Avvo is no small matter. While relatively "new" as to Avvo his answers demonstrate enormous experience and education, and his answers are customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."

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Lubna Jahangiri

Unknown lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I had the honor of working for David Ginn at his law firm. David is a recognized expert in Construction Law. He is a regular contributor to the practice guides in Construction Law, the reference material that lawyers consult. He is a master trial lawyer, in control of the court room. I unhesitatingly endorse David Ginn."

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Patrick Zimski

Litigation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have practiced law for 26 years. I also am an entrepreneur as I am a principal in a number of business enterprises. I have worked with David on matters. I frequently seek his advice on matters and issues I encounter in my own practice. And David has represented several of my companies. David is one of the smartest, most efficient attorneys I have ever met. He amazes me in his ability to help you see a problem or an issue in a new and better way that almost always leads to a better result. And he's a good guy. Skill, efficiency and integrity."

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Janice Hugener

Insurance lawyer

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Margaret Hand

Estate planning lawyer

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Patrick Zimski

Construction and development lawyer

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Jeffrey Sykes

Construction and development lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

David W. Ginn, Northern California Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

David W. Ginn, Northern California Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

David W. Ginn, Northern California Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

David W. Ginn, Northern California Super Lawyers

2010

Northern California Superlawyer, SuperLawyer

2010

Circle of Excellence, Merchant Circle

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Northern California Superlawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Northern California Superlawyer, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Northern California Superlawyer, SuperLawyers

2004

Fortune 500's "Go To Counsel", American Lawyer Media

Work Experience

2021 - Present

President, GinnLaw, P.C.

1997 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of David W. Ginn

2012 - 2021

Senior Partner, Ginn & Crosby, LLP

Associations

2017 - Present

Diablo Valley College

Adjunct Professor - Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry

2004 - Present

American Inns of Court chapter

Master of the Bar

2002 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Rios v. Hamilton

Plaintiff awarded full amount of damages requested.

County of Solano v. Disney Construction, Inc.

Award found multiple violations of False Claims Act and claim amount reduced to roughly 20% of that claimed by Contractor

Kolda v. Pedersen, et al.

Judgment in favor of clients and clear title on property obtained.

City of Pleasant Hill v. Meyer

Verdict in favor of clients. Appeal by opposing party abandoned.

Castle Companies v. First Blackhawk Financial, et al.

$3.9 Million Settlement

University v. Public Works Contractor

$6,500,000 total settlement

W.Env.S.T. Inc. v. Auto & Truck Bumper Recyclers, Inc.

Defense verdict.

County of Solano v. Lionsgate Corp.

Judgment plus Attorneys Fees Against Defendant

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Education

1986

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Public Works & Contracts 2019

A Bridge Too Far: Dealing with the Claims Oriented Contractor

2019

Diablo Valey College

Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry

2018

Diablo Valley College

Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry

2017

Diablo Valley College

Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry

2016

Diablo Valley College

Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry

2015

Diablo Valley College

Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry

2014

Lorman Construction Seminars

Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens

2013

Lorman Construction Seminars

Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens

2012

Lorman Construction Seminars

Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens

2012

85th Annual State Bar of California Conference

Managing and Resolving Disputes on Public Works Projects

2011

Lorman Construction Seminars

Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens

2010

Lorman Construction Seminars

Managing Construction Projects

2009

Lorman Construction Seminars

Nuts & Bolts of Mechanics Liens

2008

San Ramon Library Series

Consumer Rights

2008

Lorman Construction Seminars

Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens

2008

Lorman Construction Seminars

Construction Project Management

2008

CAR New Member Orientation

Disclosures in Real Estate Transactions

2007

Nuts and Bolts of Mechanics Liens

Construction Claims and False Claims Act

2007

Construction Project Management

Construction Project Management

2007

CAR New Member Orientation

Disclosures in Real Estate Transactions

2006

Nuts and Bolts of Mechanics Liens

Construction Claims and False Claims Act

2006

Construction Project Management

Construction Project Management

2006

Construction Delay Claims

Productivity Impacts and Other Delay Claims

2005

Nuts and Bolts of Mechanics Liens

Construction Claims and False Claims Act

2005

CAR New Member Orientation

Disclosures in Real Estate Transactions

2004

City of Los Angeles Continuing Education

Negotiation Strategies

2003

Project Management Institute

Claim Negotiation Strategies

Publications

2019

California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) California Mechanics' Liens and Related Construction Remedies

2012

Public Law Journal SB 189: Lights and Shadows in the Amended Public Works Law

1997

International Council of Shopping Centers Avoiding Construction Delay Claims on Remodels and New Construction

Activity

Top Contributor

David earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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