Leading Attorney Robert Shaia Joins Cox, Castle & Nicholson as Partner
June 20 2024 - 10:01AM
Business Wire
Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP, a leading full-service law firm
specializing in real estate, announced today that seasoned attorney
Robert Shaia joins the firm as Partner. Shaia joins Cox Castle’s
litigation team, which has decades of experience partnering with
its clients to find the shortest route from conflict to resolution.
Based in Cox Castle’s Orange County office, Shaia specializes in
all types of construction-related disputes in addition to surety
and real estate matters.
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With more than 20 years of experience as a construction
litigator, Shaia represents large construction and engineering
firms on a variety of private and public projects, ranging from
power plants and prison facilities to roads, high-rise
developments, and residential homes. His strategic approach to
handling construction disputes has led to successful outcomes in
claims involving disputed change orders, differing site conditions,
delays, licensing issues, design issues, defect claims, indemnity
issues, pursing and defending bid protests, mechanics’ liens, stop
notices and payment bonds. Shaia joins Cox Castle from Watt,
Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzergerald where he was a Partner.
“Robert’s proven track record in litigation, client-centric
approach, and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable
addition to Cox Castle,” said Dwayne McKenzie, managing partner,
Cox Castle. “We are thrilled to welcome Robert to the firm and look
forward to him being a key contributor to our litigation
practice.”
Shaia has extensive trial and arbitration experience, and has
successfully mediated dozens of cases to resolution. He also has
experience litigating before the California Courts of Appeal. His
notable successes include prevailing in complex bench trials,
arbitrations, and jury trials, showcasing his adeptness in
navigating various legal challenges.
“I pride myself on prompt client service and formulating case
strategies with my client’s involvement and input,” said Shaia. ”A
strong case strategy stems from listening to their concerns and
goals, and I look forward to working alongside Cox Castle’s highly
skilled lawyers to continue to deliver quality results for
clients.”
In addition to his legal expertise, Shaia is a Certified Public
Accountant (inactive), leveraging his financial background to offer
a unique perspective when approaching legal matters.
About Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP
Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP was founded in Los Angeles in
1968, with the goal of providing superior and comprehensive legal
services to businesses, institutions, and individuals in all
aspects of the real estate, finance, and construction industries.
Cox Castle is now one of the largest full-service law firms
specializing in real estate in the United States and has over 140
transactional and litigation attorneys in its Los Angeles, Orange
County, and San Francisco offices.
The firm has substantial expertise in matters involving land and
improved property acquisitions and dispositions; joint ventures;
single and multifamily residential development; land use,
entitlement and regulatory compliance (including coastal commission
and condemnation); office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use
development, leasing and management; commercial lending and
institutional investment; loan workouts and financial
restructuring; construction; resort and hospitality; labor and
employment; risk management and insurance; environmental
compliance; renewable energy and natural resources; and tax and
estate planning. For more information, please visit
www.coxcastle.com.
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