Construction

Managing partner of the Oakland office, Mike Timpane is an experienced construction lawyer with an active practice in mediation and arbitration work. He represents a broad spectrum of clients including sureties.

"Mike Timpane at SMTD is solid and smart. He is a construction lawyer, so he gets it."

"I think he is very knowledgeable in construction law. He understands the issues and dynamics. He is also a pragmatist."

Ali Salamirad practices in the area of construction and surety law, advising on a myriad of claims arising from both public and private construction projects.

"Ali is an excellent lawyer."

"Ali is very smart, he is shrewd and he is charismatic. He fights for his clients."

Jonathan Dunn is noted for his expertise in construction disputes involving both public and private projects, as well as sureties matters. He is regularly called upon to represent his clients in litigation arising from delays, errors, disruptions and bid protests.

"Jonathan Dunn is very thorough and an excellent attorney."

"He is a terrific lawyer and a good guy."

"Jonathan is an outstanding attorney who is proficient in the handling of complex matters."

Marilyn Klinger is the managing partner of the Los Angeles office and has a broad practice encompassing both construction litigation and transactional work. She represents a wide range of parties, including owners, contractors and sureties. She also has extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration.

"Marilyn has extensive experience in dealing with complex construction matters."

"Marilyn Klinger impressed me a lot. She does dispute resolution and is very effective. She is very capable and knowledgeable in construction."

"She is an excellent and well-respected lawyer."