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Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP

Construction

USA Guide 2026 : California


Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP

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Provided by Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP

Cox Castle’s experienced construction lawyers represent developers, owners, contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, investors, and construction lenders on the full range of construction law matters, from pre-construction through post-completion. Cox Castle is experienced in a wide range of contracting forms and project delivery systems, including design-bid-build, design-build and multi-prime. From high-rise offices, industrial, apartment and condominium projects, and stadium and sporting facilities, to public infrastructure, luxury hotels, master-planned communities and private residences, our lawyers have the necessary background and proficiency to counsel clients on any project.

Our lawyers skillfully counsel and problem solve for clients at every phase of the construction process, from project delivery selection, contractor licensing, design and construction contract drafting, developing risk management programs, pursuing bid challenges, evaluating claims, performing dispute resolution counselling during construction, and seeking insurance recoveries to rescue troubled projects and resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation. We have extensive experience litigating a wide variety of claims categories, including complicated payment, mechanic’s lien, surety bond, scope gap, design interpretation, design negligence, termination, delay/liquidated damage, defective work, and other disputes.

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Construction - California

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP advises clients at every stage of the construction process, from contracting licensing to contract drafting to dispute resolution. The lawyers represent a wide range of clients, including developers, owners, contractors, subcontractors, design professionals and more in both private and public projects.

Work Highlights

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  • Cox Castle represented Forest Lawn Memorial-Park Association in a dispute arising from a large-scale construction project at its Hollywood Hills location, involving claims of breach of contract and fraud by a terminated contractor.

Strengths

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  • Cox Castle balances in-depth expertise with nimbleness and responsiveness.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • The attorneys at Cox Castle and their relevant experience are excellent.

    Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Robert Campbell
    Band 5Robert Campbell

    Robert Campbell

    Robert Campbell's practice primarily focuses on construction litigation for a range of clients, from project owners to subcontractors. These disputes include delays, defective works and change orders.

    • Robert is one of the most experienced attorneys I have worked with.

      Construction respondentUSA

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