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September 20, 2023

PLG Attorney Sean Ponist to Present on “Successfully Medicating Real Estate Case” on September 28, 2023.

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Please join us on September 28, 2023, to hear from Sean Ponist and other leading attorneys and mediators as they discuss “Successfully Mediating Real Estate Cases.” As more than 95% of civil cases resolve before trial, it is critical to be just as skilled in mediation as in the courtroom. This presentation, sponsored by the Real Property Section of the San Francisco Bar Association, will cover mediation basics as well as tips and strategies for more advanced practitioners, including the following:

  • Mediation Basics
  • Mediator’s Role
  • Opening Mediation Session and Counsel’s Remarks
  • Addressing Common Issues at Mediation
  • Mediation Strategies
  • Nailing Down a Settlement

Click here to register for the event.


September 6, 2023

PLG Attorneys Sean Ponist and Cary McReynolds to Lecture on Rescission of Real Property Transactions on September 15, 2023

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Join us on September 15, 2023 to hear from Sean Ponist and Cary D. McReynolds as they discuss “Rescission of Real Property Transactions: Real World Tips and Traps” as they present to the Contra Costa County Bar Association. The presentation will provide an overview of real property rescission claims, with a discussion of important aspects beyond the basics and practice guides, including:

  • Rescission in mixed defendant cases, where rescission applies to some, but not all defendants;
  • In depth discussion of damages recoverable in rescission cases; and
  • Pitfalls to be aware of in rescission actions and how to manage them

Click here to register for the event


Homes in San Francisco
August 17, 2023

The Ponist Law Group Obtains $8.85 Million Settlement for Clients

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The Ponist Law Group’s (PLG) clients had purchased a new, high-end home for $3.1 million several years back. The home was supposed to be their dream home but, instead, it turned out to be a nightmare. Shortly after the close of escrow, our clients discovered significant construction defects.

PLG filed suit on behalf of our clients against the developer-sellers as well as the real agent and brokerage company. The lawsuit alleged, among other things, negligence, fraud, misrepresentation and unjust enrichment and sought rescission, punitive damages and other consequential damages.

During the litigation, the defendants sought to stonewall discovery efforts. Their actions were not well-taken and PLG obtained orders compelling discovery as well as major issue and evidentiary sanctions against them, effectively establishing liability against the defendants. Based thereon, PLG obtained summary adjudication and established grounds for punitive damages.

As a result, PLG was able to obtain a settlement on behalf of our clients for rescission and $8.85 million.


June 16, 2023

SDCBA Civil Litigation Section Hosts Summer Social

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Earlier this week, the Civil Litigation Section of the San Diego County Bar Association hosted its summer social.  Attorney Sean Ponist of the Ponist Law Group is the Chair of the Civil Litigation Section.  It was the first in-person event for the Section since the start of the pandemic and the first time that the Section’s Board of Directors met in person since the start of the pandemic.  Pictured above are Board Members Aaron Sibley, Sean Ponist (Chair), Ray Ayers and Michael Hirman (left to right). 


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January 10, 2023

Sean Ponist Named to Both the San Diego Super Lawyers List and the Northern California Super Lawyers List for 2022

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The Ponist Law Group is pleased to announce that founding partner Sean E. Ponist has been selected to both the 2022 San Diego Super Lawyers List as well as the 2022 Northern California Super Lawyer List. Mr. Ponist’s selection to multiple regions of the State is unique and reflects his presence and accomplishments throughout California. The Super Lawyer award is bestowed upon those who “demonstrate the highest degree of professional achievement and peer recognition” and is awarded to less than 5% of attorneys based on peer nomination and evaluation as well as independent research.


Real Estate Standard of Care
September 12, 2022

Real Estate Standard of Care

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Please join us on September 21, 2022 to hear from Sean Ponist and others as they discuss “Real Estate Standard of Care.” The seminar examines standard of care in real estate transactions for agents and brokers as well as duties of buyers/sellers. It will cover duties of agents/brokers in real estate transactions; agency law and dual agency problems; out-of-state problems—out-of-state brokers and out-of-state properties; buyer/seller obligations; and new case law update.

To register, click here.

For seminar flyer, click here.


January 16, 2022

Sean Ponist Named to the 2021 Northern California Super Lawyers List

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The Ponist Law Group is pleased to announce that founding partner Sean E. Ponist has been selected as a 2021 Northern California Super Lawyer.  Earlier this year, Mr. Ponist had also been selected as a 2021 San Diego Super Lawyer.  This unique selection in multiple regions of the State reflects the Mr. Ponist’s presence and accomplishments throughout California.  The Super Lawyer award is bestowed upon those who “demonstrate the highest degree of professional achievement and peer recognition” and is awarded to less than 5% of attorneys based on peer nomination and evaluation as well as independent research.

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December 16, 2021

Attorney Sean Ponist Named to the 2021 San Diego Super Lawyers List

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The Ponist Law Group is proud to announce that founding partner Sean E. Ponist has been selected as a 2021 San Diego Super Lawyer, an award bestowed upon those who “demonstrate the highest degree of professional achievement and peer recognition.” This marks the 11th year that he has been selected as a Super Lawyer.  The distinction is awarded to less than 5% of attorneys based on peer nomination and evaluation as well as independent research.Read More


December 9, 2021

The New Look of Trials

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As the Chair of the Civil Litigation Section of San Diego County Bar Association, Sean Ponist invites you to attend the section’s upcoming seminar entitled “The New Look of Trials:  Perspectives From the Bench and Trial Attorneys” which takes place December 15, 2021.  While trials are back in full swing, they don’t “look” entirely the same.  This presentation explores new issues and challenges, as well as means of overcoming them, in the pandemic. 

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Family
November 19, 2021

With the Holidays Approaching, Here is a Quick Reminder to be Grateful for Your Family

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With the holidays fast-approaching and, with it, the opportunity for family to get together, we wanted to provide you with a not-so-nice family situation, so that you may better appreciate your own situation.  Happy holidays!  The recent case of McMillin v. Eare, Case No. B298990, 2021 WL 4949007 (Sept. 30, 2021) is an intriguing matter, involving a family dissolution and an ensuing fight over the family’s real estate.  The decision reminds us of two important (legal) lessons and a third (value) lesson:  first, you don’t owe a fiduciary duty to your family members, just because they are family (sorry Mom!); second, when you deed a property to another, you have transferred it and longer have any right to it, regardless of any purported conditions of the transfer; and, third, be nice to your family and grateful for your loved ones.

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    • PLG Attorney Sean Ponist to Present on “Successfully Medicating Real Estate Case” on September 28, 2023. September 20, 2023
    • PLG Attorneys Sean Ponist and Cary McReynolds to Lecture on Rescission of Real Property Transactions on September 15, 2023 September 6, 2023
    • The Ponist Law Group Obtains $8.85 Million Settlement for Clients August 17, 2023
    • SDCBA Civil Litigation Section Hosts Summer Social June 16, 2023
    • Sean Ponist Named to Both the San Diego Super Lawyers List and the Northern California Super Lawyers List for 2022 January 10, 2023
    • Real Estate Standard of Care September 12, 2022
    • Sean Ponist Named to the 2021 Northern California Super Lawyers List January 16, 2022
    • Attorney Sean Ponist Named to the 2021 San Diego Super Lawyers List December 16, 2021
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