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Troy V. Sutton
Law Offices of Troy Sutton
1160 Industrial Road
Unit 2
San Carlos, CA 94070
Phone: (650) 593-2388 | Fax: (650) 593-0927
http://www.troysuttonlaw.com/
Personable Service Reasonable Rates
Legal Topic
Business Law
Preferred New Clients
I am happy to represent individuals, home-owner's associations, start-ups, small companies, and companies that have occasional legal needs and issues but do not require a full-time lawyer.
My preference is working with clients who value establishing a relationship with their attorney. I like to be involved early in a project to help my clients avoid many of the costly mistakes that can lead to expensive litigation.
Sub-Categories
Business Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Breach of Contract
- Contract Disputes
- Contract Drafting & Review
- Employment Contracts
- Non-Compete Contracts
- Commercial Construction Contracts
- Construction Defects
- Construction Disputes
- Government Construction Contracts
- Mechanics' Liens
- Music
- Government Construction Contracts
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 2007
Bar Number: 251246
Other Court Admissions
California State Courts, United States Federal Court, and Northern District of California.
Association Memberships
American Bar Association and San Mateo County Bar Association.
Continuing Education
Each year attorneys are required to fulfill hours of continuing education. I attend a variety of legal education seminars on current legal issues related to the construction industry, real estate, and Alternative Dispute Resolution.
Example Cases
Generally, drafting, and negotiation of contracts, although I have been involved in complex real estate transactions. Recently I have been working with a condo owner's association cleaning up a problem with title documents.
Education
Degree:
Doctor of Juris Prudence
School:
Golden Gate University School of Law
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
2007
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
San Francisco State University
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1993
Focus and Accomplishments:
Interdisciplinary Art
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
The primary focus of my practice is construction related contracts. I have extensive experience in construction contract dispute analysis and resolution. I have worked for owners and contractors.
I started practicing law in 2008. I had been working with an expert construction consulting firm for many years and found many lawyers that we were working for didn't fully understand or appreciate many of the complexities involved in construction cases. I completed law school at night while continuing to work in construction consulting.
Previous Employment Summary
I started practicing law in 2008. I had been working with an expert construction consulting firm for many years and found many lawyers that we were working for didn't fully understand or appreciate many of the complexities involved in construction cases. I completed law school at night while continuing to work in construction consulting.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I am pleased when clients are interested in educating themselves about the law. The better a clients understanding of the law, the more likely my recommendations will make complete sense. However, I am aware that the extreme volume of legal material on any given subject available today makes the education process somewhat overwhelming.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am willing to review documents prepared by clients and advise.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Generally, I am happy to provide a little advice to those representing themselves. However, coaching someone throughout an entire legal process can quickly become more expensive for the client than simply allowing me to handle the case.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I have always appreciated the answer to this type of question from the Orson Wells movie "Citizen Kane." Kane thought it would be "fun to run a newspaper." In my case, I came to realize that I am very good with contracts. It seemed like a natural next step to move from consultant to counsel.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Many years of working in the construction trades has lead to a unique understanding of construction contracts and disputes.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
There has always been something about contracts that appeal to me in the same way that puzzles appeal to others. There is a beauty in drafting an agreement that tries to clearly state the expectations of both parties and tries to anticipate how to resolve all possible problems that might arise prior to the project even getting started. When everyone's expectations are very clearly expressed prior to the start, there is a significant reduction in the likelihood of later disputes.
What do you like best about your career?
I enjoy helping my clients through the entire process of getting a project successfully to completion with little to no disputes. I enjoy being able to come up with creative solutions to unique problems.
Tell us about your law firm:
My firm is small—just me—so you really get my personal attention on every aspect of a project. I share an office with a construction consulting firm that is one of the best in the world and they are always available to me.
What are your strengths and style?
I am a people person. I am easy to get along with and a good communicator. I care about solving my clients' problems in the most effective, cost efficient manner possible, even if it might mean less billable work for me.
Personal Interests:
I spent several years as a professional musician and still enjoying playing for fun when I have some free time.
Fax
(650) 593-0927
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
After hours available by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
My rate is $225. I do not have any fixed price services but I always try to give the client a clear understanding of how long a project is expected to take prior to any commitment and I work hard to make sure that the project is completed within the expected time.
Hourly Rates
$225.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, 30 minute initial consultation.
Typical Retainer
Retainer amounts vary depending on the type of case and the anticipated amount of work involved.
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