Atty. Gregory P. Arakawa

Atty. Gregory P. Arakawa

Greg Arakawa is the managing partner of the Concord office of WSHB. An experienced trial lawyer, Greg is also known for his finesse in creative approaches to resolving complex, high exposure matters.

Concord Concord 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Gregory P. Arakawa at a glance

Gregory P. Arakawa is a Partner based in Concord, California, practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at Southwestern Law School (J.D., 1994) and University of Southern California (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of 2009, 2010, Memberships •Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors •Contra Costa Industrial Association, Member •ABA Section on Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Concord Chamber Board of Directors. Serands clients in Concord, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Greg Arakawa is the managing partner of the Concord office of WSHB
  • An experienced trial lawyer, Greg is also known for his finesse in creative approaches to resolving complex, high exposure matters
  • His focus includes all facets of claims for transportation companies including independent contractor issues, employment, passenger versus driver issues and bodily injury litigation
  • Greg also has significant experience with trucking, professional liability, toxic tort issues, employment law and bad faith litigation
  • He defends property owners, contractors, and developers against occupational exposure and third-party bodily injury claims
  • He also provides representation in transactional matters and general business litigation
  • He has spoken at numerous seminars and presentations, including the Northern California Claims Conference
  • Before entering the legal profession, Greg was a television reporter for KCNC-TV, the Denver NBC affiliate
  • Newsroom News •WSHB Partner Elected to Greater Concord Chamber Board of Directors Newsroom, 10.1.11 Publications •When Renovation Triggers Liability: California Court Clarifies Landlord Liability and Building Code Compliance Case Updates, 2.3.26 •Appellate Court Rules Written Contract Unnecessary to Invoke Privette Doctrine Case Updates, 7.15.24 In the News •When Renovation Triggers Liability: California Court Clarifies Landlord Liability and Building Code Compliance •Appellate Court Rules Written Contract Unnecessary to Invoke Privette Doctrine •WSHB Partner Elected to Greater Concord Chamber Board of Directors Honors & Recognitions •AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell

Practice Areas Explained

Gregory P. Arakawa's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory P. Arakawa handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Gregory P. Arakawa is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

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.

Gregory P. Arakawa is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Gregory P. Arakawa is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →

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 Gregory P. Arakawa

Where is Gregory P. Arakawa's law office located?
Gregory P. Arakawa'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 Gregory P. Arakawa handle?
Gregory P. Arakawa focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gregory P. Arakawa practiced law?
Gregory P. Arakawa has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Gregory P. Arakawa go to law school?
Gregory P. Arakawa earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Gregory P. Arakawa for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gregory P. Arakawa received?
Gregory P. Arakawa's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern Law School
- 1994
B.A.
University of Southern California
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994

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