Dan Rowan Cortright

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Dan Rowan Cortright

4.8
10 reviews
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Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 25 years

Lawsuits and disputes Lawyer at Sebastopol, CA
Practice Areas: Lawsuits & Disputes, Litigation, Personal Injury ... +2 more

P.O. Box 2061, Sebastopol, CA

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About Dan

Biography

Experienced in handling breach of contract, tort claims, personal injury/wrongful death, medical malpractice, complex business disputes and more. I fight to protect your interests and resolve disputes effectively and efficiently.

Experienced in handling various aspects of construction disputes for both contractors and homeowners.

Experienced in handling breach of contract and complex business disputes and drafting rock solid business agreements for clients.

Experienced in handling breach of contract, tort claims, personal injury/wrongful death, medical malpractice, complex business disputes and more.

Experienced in handling breach of contract, tort claims, personal injury/wrongful death, medical malpractice, complex business disputes and more.

Experienced in handling personal injury/wrongful death cases from both sides, which provides me with a better understanding and approach to resolving cases favorably for clients.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Lawsuits and Disputes 45%

Handling all aspects of litigation cases from client intake/inception (and pre-lawsuit advising) to and including trial/resolution.

26 years | 240 cases

45%
Litigation 25%

Business disputes of various kinds

26 years | 170 cases

25%
Personal Injury 15%

Prosecuting personal injury claims against both private individuals/entities and government entities.

21 years | 20 cases

15%
Contracts and Agreements 10%

Reviewing, advising, revising re contracts and representation of contract disputes.

19 years | 30 cases

10%
Construction and Development 5%

Represent both homeowners and contractors in construction disputes, including construction defect and contract non-payment cases.

7 years | 9 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 375-425 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Rowan Firm

P.O. Box 2061, Sebastopol, CA, 95473

therowanfirm.com/

Online Presence

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Dan Rowan Cortright's Reviews

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Posted by Ray | February 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

The Rowan Firm gives excellent advice promptly and at a reasonable price.

Dan helped me with a tenant eviction which turned into an apartment abandonment filled with all the tenant’s personal property. Not only was Dan well informed but he was also extremely prompt in his replies and production. Very pleasant and easy to work with, all our dealings were done over the ph...one and through email. Dan will be my go to attorney for Sonoma County real estate issues.

Dan Cortright

Replied last March 03, 2026

Thank you for your kind words, Ray. It was a pleasure working with you as well.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Excellent client focused attorney with fantastic results.

Dan is a fantastic attorney. I have hired him for 2 cases. He is straightforward, direct, and doesn't waste time. My first case was a breach of contract issue. He recommended ways to resolve it that also ended up saving me money on lawyer fees. He is truly focused on the best outcome for his clie...nts. Every step of the way, his priority was ensuring I get the best possible outcome. The 2nd case I hired him for was a very difficult case that many attorneys found too complicated to take on. Dan took my case, and ended up getting the best possible outcome and settlement while also avoiding trial. He is extremely ethical, he doesn't waste time, and is very efficient. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing legal help.

Dan Cortright

Replied last March 04, 2026

Thank you very much for your kind review.

Posted by Michael | January 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Professional

Working with Dan was a great experience. He helped me resolve a complicated situation with my property efficiently and effectively. Given his expertise in disputes and high-stakes legal matters, I felt very confident having him in my corner. He is a clear communicator and a true professional.

Dan Cortright

Replied last March 04, 2026

Thanks very much, Michael!

Posted by Michelle | January 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Business

Assisted in a business dispute, achieved the outcome I had hoped for.

Dan handled a dispute I had with a business partner. He was empathetic and offered me different pathways to solve the issue. Ultimately I decided on him writing a letter for me. It was fantastic and the issue was resolved shortly thereafter. I would work with Dan again without hesitation should the n...eed arise.

Dan Cortright

Replied last March 04, 2026

Thank you, Michelle. I'm glad we could get a positive result for you!

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Partnership

Concise, Communicative, and Effective

I hired Dan to help me navigate a very uncomfortable exit from a business partnership. I greatly appreciated Dans ability to offer a level headed and pragmatic view point. He did a good job of balancing standing up for my rights without creating a more hostile situation. He was also by far the fastes...t and clearest communicator of the attorneys I worked with during the process.

Dan Cortright

Replied last March 04, 2026

Thank you for your kind words!

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Michael Doland

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The answers of Mr. Cortright on Avvo are consistently accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."

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Wendy Skillman

General practice lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Dan for years at two different law firms and endorse him and his work. He is dependable, thorough, and dedicated to helping his clients."

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Jared Washkowitz

Litigation lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is an excellent attorney who I have worked with on multiple occasions. He works hard to provide high quality services to his clients, and i highly recommend him to anyone seeking an experienced litigation attorney."

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Jared Washkowitz

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Principal, The Rowan Firm

2019 - 2019

Senior Counsel, O'Brien Law, P.C.

2019 - 2020

Senior Counsel, Tyson Mendes

2011 - 2011

Staff Attorney, Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal, LLP

2010 - 2021

Contract Attorney, Michael B. Bassi, A Law Corporation

2010 - 2010

Senior Associate, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith

2005 - 2009

Senior Associate Attorney, Walsworth Franklin Bevins & McCall

2002 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Jeffer, Mangels, Butler & Marmaro LLP

2001 - 2002

Associate Attorney, Bassi, Martini, & Blum LLP

Associations

2021 - Present

Sonoma County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State vendor breach of contract

Settlement

Insurance bad faith

Mediated settlement

Medical malpractice

Settlement

Housing discrimination

Settlement

Construction defect litigation

Settlement

Breach of warranty judgment

Judgment

Successful eviction

Eviction

Breach of Contract cases

Settlement/Mediated settlement

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Education

1999

University of San Francisco School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of California, Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Duty of Lawyers to Non-Clients

2025

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Preparing for and Delivering Oral Arguments

2025

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Crafting Effective Mediation Briefs: Strategies for a Successful Mediation

2025

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Nuts and Bolts of Arbitration: Insights for Success

2024

Beverly Hills Bar Association

The “Ethical Mediator” Fact or Fiction

2024

Beverly Hills Bar Association

The Neuroscience of Bias

2024

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Civility in the Courtroom

2024

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Elimination of Bias in Jury Selection

2024

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Professional Civility as Wellness

2024

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Artificial Intelligence in the Legal Field

Languages

English

Activity

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