$ 375-400 per hour
About Benedict
Biography
Benedict C. “Ben” Di Duca is licensed to practice law in the State of California, admitted to practice law in the United States District Court, Eastern District, and is a member of the Mediation Panel for the California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District. Mr. Di Duca earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2001 from Cal Northern School of Law. He has received advanced training in trial advocacy, presentation of evidence, evidentiary foundations, and deposition techniques. After his admission to the bar in 2001, Mr. Di Duca left private practice to serve as a Deputy District Attorney for the County of Colusa, State of California. He later returned to private practice, founding the firm that is now Di Duca Law, PC. Mr. Di Duca oversees all business and real estate transactions and all matters related to general construction law and litigation.
Mr. Di Duca was first licensed as a California General Building Contractor in 1977 and, for more than 25 years, performed work on private and public works projects throughout California. Presently, Mr. Di Duca is a license General Building Contractor and General Engineering Contractor.
Mr. Di Duca brings to the firm his substantial knowledge of business transactions, real estate development, and the construction industry, including construction methods, contracting, project management, payment disputes, construction claims, delay claims, and critical path scheduling. Mr. Di Duca’s experience in business and the construction industry sets him apart in the profession.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Business
25%
25 years
Construction and Development
25%
25 years
Estate Planning
25%
25 years
Litigation
20%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 24 years
State: California
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Di Duca Ellingson, A Professional Corporation
20 Declaration Dr, Suite 200, Chico, CA, 95973-4901
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Posted by Mark | November 25, 2014 | Business
Honest, fair and trustworthy
Ben Di Duca has always been extremely honest, fair and trustworthy. I have been a client for several years, Ben has represented both myself and my company in a few different types of situations. If Ben tells me he is going to do something he has always followed through. I highly recommend him.
Benedict Charles Di Duca's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Di Duca is a detail oriented attorney who is passionate about the structure and stability of his clients' businesses. He responds quickly to clients. He is an ardent advocate to have in your corner."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Ben on a business matter a couple of years ago. At all times Ben was professional, ethical and displayed an excellent grasp of the legal issues at hand."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Di Duca for ten years or more. He is the best construction attorney I know. He has fantastic attention to detail and great communication skills. He is also a zealous advocate that genuinely cares about his clients."
"Mr. Di Duca is clear, authoritative, professional, and firm when it comes to the representation of his clients."
Georgia Stearns
Construction and development lawyer | Jun 26
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Di Duca’s substantial knowledge of business and transactional law, coupled with his experience and legal knowledge of the construction industry, place him in the unique position of being both an expert and attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Mitchell Ehrlich
Construction and development lawyer | Aug 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
Jennifer Mispagel
Construction and development lawyer | Aug 17
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Gina Policastri
Construction and development lawyer | Aug 17
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Michael Lonich
Construction and development lawyer | Aug 17
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Experience
Honors
2001
Valedictorion, Cal Northern School of Law
Work Experience
2017 - Present
President, Di Duca Ellingson, A Professional Corporation
2008 - 2017
President, DI DUCA LAW, PC (formerly Di Duca Stearns, PC)
2003 - 2008
Attorney, BENEDICT C. DI DUCA, Esq.
2002 - 2003
Deputy District Attorney, Colusa County District Attorney
2001 - 2002
Attorney, Christensen & Scwharz, LLP
Associations
2010 - Present
California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate DistrictCourt Mediation Panel
2006 - Present
Butte County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
District Court of California, Eastern DistrictAdmitted to Practice
2002 - Present
State of CaliforniaNotary Public
2001 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2001 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Lions Clubs International
Past President
Lions Eye Foundation
Life Member
Valley Contractor’s Exchange
Member
International Society of Explosives Engineers
Founding Member, Golden West Chapter
2008 - 2012
Associated General Contractors of California (past)Member
1994 - 1996
Butte-Glenn Community College FoundationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Business Litigation
Settled successfully
Business / Bank Workout
Successful
Construction Defects Litigation
Settled
Business Sale
Successful
Business Sales
Successful
Civil Appeal
Prevailed
Litigation - Construction - Public Works
Prevailed
Commercial Litigation
prevailed
Criminal Prosecution
Education
2001
CAL Northern School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2018
10 Things Contractors Do To Put Themselves Out Of Business
Construction Law And Practices
2016
VCE Contractor's Exchange Seminar
Contract Red Flag Provisions
2016
Valley Contractor's Exchange Seminar
Organize Your Organization
2016
Construction Contracts Advanced Practices
Construction Contracts
2014
Seminar
Top 10 Contract Red Flags
2012
Public Works Seminar
Managing Risk And Profit Through Project Control
2011
Public Works Seminar
Managing Risk And Profit Through Project Control
2011
Contractor Seminar
California Mechanics' Liens And Stop Notices
Publications
2014
Valley Contractor's Exchange
Can I Sell My Business And Retire On The Income?
2010
Valley Contractors Exchange Newsline
Managing Your Business For Profitability
1997
International Society of Explosives Engineers
Cost Effective Rock Removal Techniques
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Should you sign a Unconditional Final Release if you have not been paid retention?
31 Dec 2014
Q&A
Buying defunct business that state suspended
16 Dec 2014