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David Ginn advises members of the construction industry on public works, commercial and residential construction projects. His cases involve design and construction agreements, surety and insurance issues, bid protests, project management, project close-out, and claims involving defective construction, false and fraudulent claims, mechanic’s liens, payment and performance bonds, stop payment notices, additional work, disruption, resequencing, construtive acceleration, Eichleay formula claims, delays, and other impacts, CalTrans Standard Specifications, AIA contracts, and Federal Acquisition Regulations. Mr. Ginn also litigates real estate transactional disputes, partition actions, quiet title cases, commercial leasing disputes, disclosures associated with real estate sales transactions, partnership disputes, investor claims, limited liability company disputes, partnership windup and dissolution, landlord/tenant issues, evictions, breach of contract, condemnation, and eminent domain. Mr. Ginn acts as lead litigation counsel in mediations, arbitrations, court and jury trials. He is an adjuct professor with Diablo Valley College, teaching a course in Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry.
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39 years | 600 cases
39 years | 600 cases
39 years | 120 cases
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State: California
Acquired: 1986
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Posted by T.R. | August 25, 2013
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 ...
Posted by John D. | August 23, 2013
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, ...
Posted by Guido & Gracie | September 14, 2011
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...
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2009
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...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
Insurance lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
Construction and development lawyer
Construction and development lawyer
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2022
David W. Ginn, Northern California Super Lawyers
2022
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David W. Ginn, Northern California Super Lawyers
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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
2021 - Present
President, GinnLaw, P.C.
1997 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of David W. Ginn
2012 - 2021
Senior Partner, Ginn & Crosby, LLP
2017 - Present
Diablo Valley CollegeAdjunct Professor - Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry
2004 - Present
American Inns of Court chapterMaster of the Bar
2002 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Plaintiff awarded full amount of damages requested.
Award found multiple violations of False Claims Act and claim amount reduced to roughly 20% of that claimed by Contractor
Judgment in favor of clients and clear title on property obtained.
Verdict in favor of clients. Appeal by opposing party abandoned.
$3.9 Million Settlement
$6,500,000 total settlement
Defense verdict.
Judgment plus Attorneys Fees Against Defendant
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
A Bridge Too Far: Dealing with the Claims Oriented Contractor
2019
Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry
2018
Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry
2017
Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry
2016
Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry
2015
Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry
2014
Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens
2013
Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens
2012
Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens
2012
Managing and Resolving Disputes on Public Works Projects
2011
Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens
2010
Managing Construction Projects
2009
Nuts & Bolts of Mechanics Liens
2008
Consumer Rights
2008
Nuts and Bolts of Mechanic's Liens
2008
Construction Project Management
2008
Disclosures in Real Estate Transactions
2007
Construction Claims and False Claims Act
2007
Construction Project Management
2007
Disclosures in Real Estate Transactions
2006
Construction Claims and False Claims Act
2006
Construction Project Management
2006
Productivity Impacts and Other Delay Claims
2005
Construction Claims and False Claims Act
2005
Disclosures in Real Estate Transactions
2004
Negotiation Strategies
2003
Claim Negotiation Strategies
2019
2012
1997
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
David earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Is our contractor able to file a valid mechanical lien against us in California?
03 Jan 2023
How do I search for past liens against my property?
29 Mar 2022
How can I remove a lien as soon as possible?
08 Feb 2022