Atty. David W. Ginn

Atty. David W. Ginn

Presentation and Publication Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry. Diablo Valley College, Adjunct Professor, Spring 2017 and 2018.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (925) 891-1733 Email Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David W. Ginn at a glance

David W. Ginn is an Owner based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at GinnLaw, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, real estate, commercial re, zoning, and partnership disputes. Admitted to practice in California (1986), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Claims (1986). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Presentation and Publication Legal Aspects of the Construction Industry
  • Diablo Valley College, Adjunct Professor, Spring 2017 and 2018
  • Project Management for Construction Project, Lecture for Lorman Business Group, Oakland and San Francisco, 2006, 2008
  • Construction Delay Claims in California, Lecture for Lorman Business Group, San Diego, 2006
  • Nuts and Bolts of Mechanics Liens, Lecture for Lorman Business Group, Oakland, San Francisco, Sacramento, Santa Barbara & Los Angeles, 2005-2009
  • Disclosures in Real Estate Transactions, Lecture for the Contra Costa County Association of Realtors New Member Orientation, Walnut Creek and San Ramon, 2003-2008
  • Negotiation Tactics and Strategies
  • Workshops for the State of California and the County of Los Angeles, Program Sponsored by California State University, Northridge, 2003-2004
  • Negotiating Claims for Project Mangers
  • Presentation for the University of California Project Manager Institute, Oakland and San Diego, 2003
  • Chapter and Update Author, California Mechanics Liens and Related Construction Remedies, 1998 to Present

Building Nationwide

  • What You Need to Know
  • Presentation to the International Council of Shopping Centers, Shopping Center Law Conference, Orlando, Florida, 1997 Chapter Author, Avoiding Construction Delay Claims on Remodels and New Construction
  • Current Topics in Shopping Center Law, International Council of Shopping Centers, Scottsdale, Arizona, 1997
  • Overview of California False Claims Act for the Association of County Counsel, Long Beach, 1996 Construction Liens in California, Lectures for Lorman Business Group, Oakland and San Francisco, 1994-1996 Reported Cases Solano County v
  • Lionsgate Corporation (2005), 126 Cal.App.4th 741
  • Memberships State Bar of California Alameda County Bar Association Contra Costa County Bar Association American Bar Association, Forum on the Construction Industry Design Build Institute of America Named as one of the Fortune 500's "Go To Counsel
  • Northern California "Superlawyer" for 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010
  • AVVO rating: Superb (10.0)

Practice Areas Explained

David W. Ginn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David W. Ginn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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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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Commercial Real Estate

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Land Use & Zoning

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Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

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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 Walnut Creek 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 David W. Ginn

Where is David W. Ginn's law office located?
David W. Ginn's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is GinnLaw, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David W. Ginn handle?
David W. Ginn focuses on contracts, real estate, commercial re, zoning, partnership disputes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David W. Ginn practiced law?
David W. Ginn has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David W. Ginn go to law school?
David W. Ginn earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
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What awards or recognition has David W. Ginn received?
David W. Ginn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Claims
Admitted: 1986

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