Conferred the prestigious “Super Lawyer” award, a distinction bestowed upon less than 5% of attorneys, for the past eight years (2011-present).
Recognized as one of the Best of the Bar by the San Diego Business Journal.
Received this award based on achievements, peer recognition and ethical standards.
The Litigation Counsel of America is a trial lawyer honorary society whose membership is limited to less than one-half of 1% percent of North American lawyers, judges and scholars.
Please join us on April 30, 2024, to hear from Sean Ponist, mediator Debra Graceffa, and expert Steve Edrington as they discuss “Broker/Agent: Failure to Disclose and Agency Issues.” This […]
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.
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.
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.
