Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP

National

Regional

Las Vegas

Los Angeles

Orange County

San Diego

Practice Areas

• Business

  Our business law practice group leaders have extensive experience in a wide range of transactional matters including, but not limited to, contract drafting, real estate acquisition, intellectual property protection, asset and stock sale and purchases, and corporate formation and compliance for sole proprietorships, general partnerships, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, “S” corporations, and “C” corporations.  We regularly advise corporate directors, officers, and business entities regarding everyday business activities.  Our practice group leaders serve as general counsel to many different companies across various industries.  Additionally, our attorneys routinely litigate claims for our corporate clients in state and federal courts, and arbitration relating to the following issues:

  • Commercial Disputes
  • Contract Claims
  • Intellectual Property and Trade Secret Matters
  • Non-Competition Claims Unfair Competition
  • Shareholder Rights
  • Asset Sales and Purchases
  • Stock Sales and Purchases
  • Partnership Disputes
  • Fiduciary Litigation
  • Trust and Estate Matters (Planning and Litigation)
• Construction Law

  ur construction law practice group leaders are well versed in all aspects of the construction industry and provide comprehensive and efficient legal solutions for our clients.  We are routinely retained by owners, developers, contractors, owners, material suppliers and lower-tiered trades in both residential and commercial settings.  From negotiating construction contracts to in-the-moment project issue analysis, we comprehensively assess each matter to successfully assist our clients in achieving their goals.

  Additionally, our attorneys regularly and effectively litigate construction disputes on behalf of our clients.   Our clients leverage our attorneys’ unmatched experience and knowledge in construction litigation to achieve the most efficient and effective solutions in their disputes.   While mindful of the various dynamics at hand, our outcome-driven attorneys diligently evaluate the facts to ensure our clients are afforded optimal representation.

  Bremer Whyte’s construction attorneys represent clients involved in the following, but not limited to:

  • Contract Negotiation and Preparation
  • Construction Litigation (Private and Public Works)
  • Lien and Surety Claims
  • Defect Litigation
  • Payment Disputes
  • Personal Injury / OSHA investigations
  • Abandonment Claims
  • Delay Claims
• Employment

  Our employment law practice group leaders develop cutting edge strategies to advise and protect our clients in employment law matters and are frequently looked to by our peers to analyze and provide guidance on the ever-changing employment law landscape.  Our attorneys regularly advise both small and large employers on how to navigate the current global economy, technology advances, and changes in workplace culture to ensure they comply with state and federal employment law.  We represent and advise our clients on a wide range of employment law matters, including, but not limited to, the following:

  • Wrongful Termination Claims
  • Wrongful Harassment Claims
  • Discrimination Claims
  • Wage, Hour and Overtime Pay Disputes
  • Retaliation Claims
  • Whistle-Blowing
  • Executive Compensation
  • Employment Agreements
  • Sexual Harassment Training
  • Employee Handbook Advisement
  • Human Resource Advisement
  • FMLA/CMLA/ADA employee accommodations.
• Environmental Law

  Our practice group leaders regularly represent individuals, public entities, businesses, property owners, and landlords in complex litigation involving a multitude of environmental and habitability matters.  Our attorneys have litigated through trial and arbitration numerous matters involving asbestos, hazardous chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, failure to maintain matters, and landlord/tenant disputes.  Our breadth of knowledge and aggressive strategies have resulted in success at trial on a number of these high profile matters.  Our attorneys are routinely engaged to represent clients on environmental matters in the following areas:

  • CEQA
  • Underground Storage Tanks
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Asbestosis
  • Hodgkin’s Disease
  • Lung Disease
  • Leukemia
  • Mesothelioma
  • Silicosis
  • Sick House theories
  • Bed Bug Infestation
• Estate Planning

   Our estate planning attorneys are dedicated to guiding you through the process of ensuring your wishes are honored, and offer the following services:

  Revocable Trusts:  We understand the importance of a well-structured trust to manage and distribute your assets efficiently.  Our revocable trusts provide flexibility, control, and privacy, allowing you to adapt your plan as life evolves.

  Wills:  We work closely with you to articulate your intentions clearly, ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes and minimizing potential conflicts.

  Health Care Directives:  Our health care directives empower you to make decisions about medical treatment, ensuring your values and preferences are respected, even in challenging circumstances.

  Powers of Attorney:  Our powers of attorney grant trusted individuals the authority to manage your financial affairs and make decisions on your behalf, providing peace of mind.

  Plan Reviews and Amendments:  Your relationships and assets change frequently, and so should be your estate plan.  We offer thorough reviews of existing plans, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring your documents align with current laws.  Amendments are handled with precision, guaranteeing your plan stays up-to-date.

  We prioritize understanding your unique needs and goals.  With a compassionate and client-centric approach, we strive to simplify the estate planning process, making it accessible and tailored to you.  Secure your future and leave a lasting legacy with the guidance of an experienced California estate planning attorney.  Schedule a consultation with us today, and let’s build a plan that stands the test of time.

• Family Law

  At our firm, we prioritize thoughtful and competent representation, ensuring clients feel heard and maintain control over their family law matters. Whether navigating a divorce or another family law issue, our team of dedicated attorneys in Orange County and San Diego listens carefully to your concerns and works collaboratively to find solutions that benefit everyone involved. 

  • Child Custody and Visitation
  • Child Support
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
  • Spousal Support
  • Property Division
  • Modifications
  • Paternity 
• Real Estate Law

  Our real estate law practice group leaders advise a wide range of clients including, but not limited to, developers, builders, contractors, subcontractors, owners, brokers, agents, buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants in both transactional and litigated real estate law matters.  Our attorneys regularly negotiate and draft purchase and sale agreements, residential and commercial leases, loan documents, and general contractor and subcontractor agreements.  Additionally, our attorneys have significant experience and successfully litigate real estate disputes in the following areas:

  • Broker and Agent Representation
  • Individual Homeowner Representation
  • Fiduciary Litigation
  • Leasing – Landlord and Tenant Representation (Commercial and Residential)
  • Homeowner Associations
  • Property Management Firms
  • Purchase and Sale
  • Entitlements and Development
  • Fire Losses
  • Financing
  • Construction

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