Construction
USA Guide 2024 : California
Band 3
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415-623-7013Chambers Review
Varela, Lee, Metz & Guarino is home to an experienced team with a large presence in Northern California. The group handles the full gamut of construction law matters, from contract drafting to project management and dispute resolution. It has a particular focus on public work projects, often acting for state, federal and local governments. The firm also acts for major energy, transportation and engineering corporations.
Work Highlights
- VLMG represented HDR Engineering in a breach of contract and professional negligence suit regarding the replacement of four timber trestle bridges over the Los Penasquitos Lagoon in San Diego.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Varela, Lee, Metz & Guarino has an exceptional team of construction lawyers."
"They have a deep knowledge of the industry."
"They definitely know what's happening in the industry."
"Varela, Lee, Metz & Guarino has an exceptional team of construction lawyers."
"They have a deep knowledge of the industry."
"They definitely know what's happening in the industry."
Notable Practitioners
Bennett Lee advises his clients on the full gamut of matters relating to construction contracts, including delay claims and breach of contract litigation. He is also regularly called upon to act as an arbitrator in complex construction disputes.
"I would trust Bennett with major construction litigations. He keeps his eye on the ball and immediately understands all the issues. A top-tier litigator."
"Bennett is a tremendous lawyer. A hard fighter."
"Bennett is outstanding. He is an expert in the construction field."
"Bennett Lee is an excellent trial attorney."
Nicholas Merrell focuses his practice on construction disputes and federal government contracts. He represents general contractors, owners, designers and sureties on a variety of disputes.
"He is incredibly thorough and effective at advocating for his clients."
"He is a good lawyer."