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Christopher R. Lucas
Goforth & Lucas
2300 Clayton Road
Suite 1460
Concord, CA 94520
Phone: (925) 682-9500 | Fax: (925) 682-2353
http://www.goforthlucas.com
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Legal Topic
Real Estate
Preferred New Clients
I represent individuals with respect to particular property issues, which are litigated, if necessary, but not transactional or business formation.
Sub-Categories
Commercial Real Estate
- Broker & Transaction Litigation
- Buying & Selling
- Condemnation
- Construction Contracts
- Construction Defects
- Eminent Domain
- Mechanics' Liens
- Mortgages
- Real Estate Loans
- Renting & Leasing
- Title Insurance
- Title Litigation
- Mechanics' Liens
- Mortgages
- Real Estate Loans
- Title Insurance
- Title Litigation
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1980
Bar Number: 95293
Other Court Admissions
State and Federal courts.
Association Memberships
California
Continuing Education
I attend all legal education requirements but I do my own research and I can see directly the issues. I would never delegate to another based on my ability to understand and apply the legal authorities.
Example Cases
Currently I represent 15 clients, all of whom were victimized by a Ponzi or pyramid scheme in which they were also used as "straw buyers" with devastating losses averaging $250,000. The court has appointed a receiver, and named defendants including the title company whose inside contact facilitated this fraud. My knowledge of broker duties and the typical progress of these types of predatory schemes is invaluable and adds up to hope.
Education
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
University of California
City:
Berkeley
State:
CA
Year:
1974
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Golden Gate University School of Law
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1980
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Represent individuals with directed action and need to control cost and time spent, with all work done immediately and with an aim to fairly settle if possible, with my emphasis on real property matters and litigation of all kinds, and Goforth's emphasis on Worker Com, PI and general civil. We are experienced and efficient.
1986 formed partnership to represent individuals at most serious times and crisis with emphasis on ability to meet highest standards of litigation in both toughness and expertise to get the job done and have happy clients.
Previous Employment Summary
Since 1980, wide experience in every type of civil litigation including property and contracts. The overlap and interdisciplinary experience produces exciting insights and approaches for efficient resolution of the individual, one case at a time.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I am all in favor of it.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Willing.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I do it all the time.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
Verbal fluency and keen interest in new situations. I enjoy being the helper and meeting with the individual clients. I did not know back then that property rights and issues concerning money would be this important, but they are very important.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I lived in Mexico as a child and speak Spanish. I worked for three years as a construction laborer on the Trans Alaska Pipeline between graduation from Cal Berkeley and enrollment in law school. I detest elitist attitudes. My clients all have much to teach me.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
The issues involving litigation, property and contract rights are intellectually challenging and always require more research. The resolution of the issues brings great relief and justifies the effort.
What do you like best about your career?
I like meeting people and helping my clients. There is a lot to learn from everyone. I never think I am only a lawyer. I need to solve a problem and never make it worse. I need to understand that these cases are big worries or involve integrity. My clients know I am on the case and that the sooner it is over, the better.
Tell us about your law firm:
I deal with all clients, and all papers go to the clients immediately. I am always available and attentive to developments and thinking about the end result.
What are your strengths and style?
My intellect and grasp of the issues are excellent. If I needed a lawyer, I would want me. I read and understand legal issues, as well as understand the typical problems of cases and what to avoid.
My papers convince my clients that they are in good hands. I am efficient and will locate the bottom line issues immediately. I do not pose and try to employ the undisputed truth as much as possible. I can be blunt both to the other side, and even to my clients, with whom my relations are incredibly good.
Personal Interests:
I am very active and keep dogs. My long stable law partnership and thirty year marriage (she is also the office manager) keep me going.
Office Manager/Assistant
Narcena Lucas
Fax
(925) 682-2353
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Both attorneys and all staff speak fluent Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Flexible.
Hourly Rates
$320
Free Initial Consultation?
Usually I know after a phone call. Most clients I consult do not retain me, but do have good suggestions for avoiding litigation.
Typical Retainer
$5,000.00 plus filing costs of $300-$600.
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