Construction

Gibbs Giden Locher Turner Senet & Wittbrodt LLP is a strong presence in construction disputes, offering clients extensive experience in litigation and international arbitration. The firm displays further expertise in risk management, in addition to bid protests and procurement issues. It advises clients on a broad range of construction projects, and has a continued focus on healthcare projects. The group demonstrate particular strength in Southern California, with offices in Los Angeles and Irvine, alongside one in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is able to draw on additional expertise in related areas such as fidelity and surety law, tort defense and real estate.

"Gibbs Giden do extremely well handling complex matters for us."

"They are reasonable and effective, and do a very good job at sitting down and explaining strategies and options."

"They are great."

Gibbs Giden was counsel for HNTB, the designer of Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority's light rail line to LAX, in a design dispute against the prime contractor.

Richard Wittbrodt is an exceptionally experienced construction law practitioner based in Los Angeles with a focus on the resolution of complex construction disputes. He is regularly instructed by both contractors and subcontractors. Wittbrodt's recent work includes disputes relating to major healthcare and transportation projects. "He's a spectacular practitioner. He gives rock-solid advice to his clients." "He is exceptional and a go-to for high-value cases." "He is a very experienced attorney and the hardest-working lawyer in the case."

Barbara Gadbois is skilled in the handling of both public and private construction projects in healthcare, hospitality and entertainment. She frequently advises owners and contractors on a range of issues including contract formation and bid protests. "She is really terrific." "Barbara has always been there for our company."

Glenn Turner has over four decades of experience in disputes concerning the timely completion of work, contracts, surety and design. He is particularly well regarded for his handling of complex multiparty litigation, and his clients include municipal governments, contractors and subcontractors. "He is a very good trial attorney." "He is outstanding."

Sara Kornblatt maintains a strong disputes practice and is particularly adept at handling claims relating to financial and contractual issues. Her recent work includes construction issues stemming from mixed-use and infrastructure projects. "Sara Kornblatt is a very impressive lawyer." "She is very good at what she does." "She is excellent."

Missy Griffin has experience working on construction claims and litigation for both private and public clients, as well as transactional work, such as contract drafting and analysis and mechanic liens. "She is very competent." "I am very impressed, she is really spectacular."