Praised for its ‘depth of knowledge’, the construction team at Hanson Bridgett LLP represents a wide range of owners, general contractors, lenders, and subcontractors in major, high-value disputes. Team leader Michelle Akerman is renowned for both prosecution and defense in contractor claims, with expertise in private commercial and large-scale residential projects. On the transactional front, Lisa Dal Gallo advises on design and construction deals, and handles contract drafting for P3, EPC, and IPD projects. Andrew Giacomini and Joseph Moore specialize in construction disputes, with the former representing UCSF in a construction defect litigation, and the latter regularly litigating in state and federal court. Leading on a range of transactional matters, Stuart Eisler advises on a range of prime agreements, subcontractor agreements and special project contracts. All lawyers are based in San Francisco unless stated otherwise.
Testimonials
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‘The firm has a depth of knowledge and resources, and lawyers who really care.’
‘Stuart Eisler is one of the best attorneys I have worked with. He is diligent, responsive and reasonable in his dealings with others, while looking to give the best pragmatic outcomes.’
Key clients
- Golden Gate Bridge District
- The University of California - San Francisco (UCSF)
Work highlights
- Negotiated a settlement on behalf of UCSF, a world-renowned health care system.
- Served as counsel to CalTrain on disputes arising from electrification of a 60-mile rail corridor.