Best Contracts lawyers in California

Latham & Watkins, established in 1934 in Los Angeles, California, by founders Dana Latham and Paul Watkins, is a leading global law firm renowned for its expertise in complex transactions and high-stakes disputes. With over 3,500 lawyers across more than 30 offices in 14 countries, the firm excels in over 60 practice areas, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity, litigation, and regulatory law. Known for its collaborative culture and unwavering client focus, Latham & Watkins leverages its global resources to deliver innovative and results-driven legal solutions. The firm is a top pro bono service provider, with over 270,400 pro bono hours in 2024 and 95% of its lawyers participat

Desert, San Diego County, North San Diego County Chairman, Criminal Law Section, 1999 and American Bar Associations State Bar of California California Attorneys for Criminal Justice California Public Defenders Association.

Los Angeles County, Orange County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California American Institute of Architects.

Fresno County Bar Association State Bar of California.

Bar Association of San Francisco Palo Alto Area and Santa Clara County Bar Associations State Bar of California.

Orange County Delegate to State Bar Convention, 1985, 1990, Los Angeles County Member, International Law Section, Executive Committee, 1996-1997 and American Member, Small Business Committee, 1989-1990 Bar Associations State Bar of California Rota

Orange County Bar Association Member, Sections on Business Litigation Commercial Law and Bankruptcy State Bar of California.