Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in San Diego County
Since 2001, The Roth Law Firm has provided comprehensive legal representation to individuals and businesses, specializing in Business Law, Real Estate, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Insurance Law. Our AV-rated attorneys prioritize client partnerships, offering strategic counsel to navigate complex transactions and litigation. With decades of combined experience, we deliver practical solutions tailored to clients' unique needs while maintaining the highest ethical standards.Our approach emphasizes thorough client education, risk mitigation, and proactive legal strategies across all practice areas. We serve clients from small startups to multinational corporations, ensuring informed decision-making through transparent communication and detailed analysis of available options.
Services
Business Formation
Real Estate Transactions
Mergers & Acquisitions
Insurance Coverage
Employment Contracts
Business Disputes
Corporate Counsel
Construction Law
Real Property Litigation
Insurance Defense
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined legal experience in complex transactions and litigation
- Our AV-rated attorneys maintain the highest peer-reviewed standards of excellence
- We prioritize client partnerships through transparent communication and informed decision-making
- We provide comprehensive legal solutions across four core practice areas
- Our team secured landmark rulings in insurance law through appellate advocacy
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
Services
Business Law
Our Business Law practice provides comprehensive counsel for companies at all growth stages. We handle entity formation, contract negotiation, employment agreements, and business dissolution while prioritizing risk minimization strategies. With decades of experience advising startups to multinational corporations, we deliver tailored solutions for corporate compliance, transactional matters, and dispute resolution. Our attorneys combine practical business insight with legal expertise to protect client interests through every phase of operation.
Real Estate Law
Real Estate Law services cover residential and commercial matters including transactions, landlord/tenant disputes, and property litigation. Our team handles deed transfers, title issues, and construction law matters while emphasizing proactive risk management. With deep local market knowledge, we represent clients in HOA disputes, property line adjustments, and premises liability cases. Our approach combines technical legal expertise with practical solutions for property owners and developers.
Mergers & Acquisitions
The Mergers & Acquisitions practice guides clients through complex business transactions with strategic counsel and meticulous documentation review. We coordinate all transaction aspects, from due diligence to closing, while protecting client interests through collaborative negotiations. Our experience spans diverse industries, handling deals involving commercial real estate, healthcare facilities, and telecommunications networks. We emphasize clear communication and attention to detail in structuring favorable acquisition terms.
Insurance Law
Insurance Law services include coverage analysis, policy drafting, and litigation representation for insurers and policyholders. We handle complex claims involving workers' compensation, general liability, and professional indemnity policies. Our attorneys have shaped precedent in excess insurance coverage through appellate advocacy. We provide strategic counsel on commutation agreements, SIU investigations, and bad faith litigation while maintaining deep industry-specific knowledge.
Construction Law
Construction Law practice serves contractors, developers, and property owners with contract review, lien claims, and dispute resolution. We handle residential and commercial construction defect litigation, licensing matters, and partnership agreements. Our attorneys combine technical legal knowledge with industry experience to address compliance issues, payment disputes, and project documentation challenges. We represent clients in both preventive counsel and courtroom advocacy for construction-related conflicts.
People
James M. Roth
Founding Attorney
James M. Roth has practiced corporate and insurance law for 30+ years, achieving AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell ratings. He serves as general counsel to national businesses and contributes to legal education through law student mentorship programs.
David E.C. Gettis
Partner
David Gettis specializes in insurance law and M&A transactions with AV Preeminent recognition. He provides counsel to business conglomerates and represents clients in complex coverage litigation nationwide.
Questions
What practice areas does The The Roth Law Firm specialize in?
We focus on Business Law, Real Estate, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Insurance Law with additional expertise in Construction Law and Commercial Litigation.
How does the firm approach client relationships?
We view client relationships as partnerships, emphasizing transparent communication, informed decision-making, and tailored legal strategies aligned with business objectives.
What experience do your attorneys have in appellate litigation?
Our attorneys have shaped insurance law precedent through appellate work, including the landmark 2009 Supervalu decision regarding excess workers' compensation coverage.
Do you represent both businesses and individuals?
Yes, we represent clients ranging from small startups to multinational corporations, as well as individual policyholders and property owners.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Poway, California, we represent clients throughout San Diego County and handle matters nationwide in our core practice areas.
How do you handle complex insurance coverage disputes?
We combine technical policy analysis with strategic litigation, handling commutation agreements, SIU investigations, and bad faith claims while prioritizing client education throughout the process.
