The Law Offices of
Gagen, McCoy, McMahon, Koss, Markowitz & Raines
A Professional Corporation

LEGAL SERVICES

Land Use and Real Estate
The Firm's land use and real estate attorneys have extensive experience with residential and commercial land use, real estate matters and related litigation. Our Practice is involved in processing land use and development applications through state and local government agencies. The Firm's attorneys work with engineers, architects and other professionals in complex development matters. They also petition before state agencies and professional trade organizations for construction and real estate licenses and appear for clients in administrative and arbitration proceedings. They are involved in the negotiation, drafting, and interpretation of purchase contracts, leases, loan instruments and related documents, while providing advice regarding the construction process, including mechanic's liens, building permits, and dispute resolution.

Criminal and Juvenile Law
The Firm represents clients in all aspects of criminal defense in both State and Federal courts. Our criminal litigators have represented hundreds of individuals and organizations in a variety of cases. The Firm frequently coordinates any civil litigation that might follow criminal matters. Our attorneys are notably accomplished in highly publicized felonies, complex corporate wrongdoing cases, and misdemeanor and juvenile offenses.

Litigation
The Firm's trial attorneys have extensive experience in State and Federal courts. Our attorneys' litigation expertise encompasses areas of business and commercial transactions, land use and real estate, criminal defense, personal injury, and wrongful death claims.

Business Counseling and Contract Matters
Our attorneys have substantial experience in the formation, organization and operations of business entities, including corporations, limited liability companies, joint ventures, general and limited partnerships, and sole proprietorships. Our representation includes counseling on issues relating to contract formation, business relationships, and strategic planning, in addition to general legal matters. The Firm has experience in providing legal assistance in reorganizations, stock and asset purchases and sales, and tax planning. The Firm also provides assistance in employment matters, including the negotiation and preparation of employment agreements and various compensation incentive arrangements.

Estate Planning & Probate
The Firm handles all aspects of estate planning and trust administration. They are involved in the drafting and administration of revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, and powers of attorney. Counsel on estate, gift and income tax planning is also available. Our attorneys represent clients in a wide variety of probate proceedings regarding wills, guardianships, and conservatorships.

Winery Law & Vineyard Law
In addition to the Firm's wide array of legal services, our St. Helena office provides legal advice that addresses the specialized needs of wineries and vineyards, such as winery and vineyard acquisitions and dispositions and entity selection. Other areas of expertise include the drafting and negotiations of vineyard leases and grape contracts, wine-business tax advice, sophisticated estate and business planning for winery and vineyard owners, and winery and vineyard real estate and land use matters.