Atty. Craig F. Andersen

Atty. Craig F. Andersen

Craig has been very involved in the entire entitlement process and represented a number of local, regional and national businesses regarding new sites. Craig has also represented and continues to represent a number of entities involved in the waste industry.

Concord Concord 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Craig F. Andersen at a glance

Craig F. Andersen is an Of Counsel based in Concord, California, practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1974). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of Washington, Seattle (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •AGC •ABC. Serands clients in Concord, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Craig has been very involved in the entire entitlement process and represented a number of local, regional and national businesses regarding new sites
  • Craig has also represented and continues to represent a number of entities involved in the waste industry
  • He has served as a Temporary Superior Court Commissioner in Contra Costa County
  • He also possesses a private pilot’s license and a general engineering contractor’s license
  • Craig has lectured extensively regarding various business topics
  • He also serves as a director of a publicly-held banking institution, Presidio Bank, and of the privately held construction company, Corey Delta Engineering
  • Craig is also very involved as an advisor/instructor to the Contra Costa First Tee program
  • Newsroom Publications •Errant Wheeled Cart Rolls Outside Coverage of Commercial General Liability Policy Case Updates, 12.18.23 In the News •Errant Wheeled Cart Rolls Outside Coverage of Commercial General Liability Policy Honors & Recognitions •Guest instructor at the Office of Executive Education, Harvard University Graduate School of Design •Lectured extensively with the American Institute of Architects, PGA of America, Northern California PGA, American Society of Golf Course Architects, Associated Building Contractors of America and Associated General Contractors of America

Practice Areas Explained

Craig F. Andersen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Craig F. Andersen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Concord are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Craig F. Andersen

Where is Craig F. Andersen's law office located?
Craig F. Andersen's law practice is located in Concord, California. The firm is Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Craig F. Andersen handle?
Craig F. Andersen focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Craig F. Andersen practiced law?
Craig F. Andersen has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Craig F. Andersen go to law school?
Craig F. Andersen earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Craig F. Andersen for a consultation?
You can contact Craig F. Andersen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Craig F. Andersen received?
Craig F. Andersen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
University of Washington, Seattle
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974

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