Legal Alerts Jan 05, 2021
New Public Agency Laws on Safety, Finance, Contracting and More
Part 1: New Laws Impacting California Public Agencies for 2021
Complying with the never-ending changes in law and the ever-increasing statutory requirements that apply to public works projects — and then overcoming the many other challenges that arise — requires transactional experience, legal knowledge and litigation skill.
Best Best & Krieger LLP attorneys regularly provide guidance to cities, counties, special districts, transit and transportation authorities, water agencies, school districts, colleges and universities, community services districts, local agency formation commissions and other public entities on all aspects of public contracting, from planning and property acquisition through construction and project closeout. We assist with procurement needs, draft and negotiate all transactional documents, prepare bid packages, advise on construction and risk management, and resolve disputes when they arise.
Our attorneys fully grasp the interplay of statutes and regulations that govern projects, from the Public Contract Code to Labor Code and environmental permitting requirements, enabling us to assure legal compliance and reduce the risk of delay and liability exposure.
Broad Experience
BB&K has advised on a wide range of public works projects, including transportation systems, water storage and transmission facilities, wastewater treatment and recycling systems and educational facilities. With a California-licensed professional civil engineer and other degreed engineers on our team, we offer not just legal prospective, but industry knowledge and first-hand experience in designing and constructing public facilities.
Comprehensive Service and Proactive Guidance
Working proactively with clients, we help maximize resources, contain costs and avoid delays, disruptions and disputes. BB&K attorneys draft and review all documentation, including land acquisition contracts, professional services agreements and bid documents. Additionally, we assist our public agency clients with:
Part 1: New Laws Impacting California Public Agencies for 2021
California Court of Appeal Decision in School District Case Applies to Public Agencies
Annual U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers List
Former Senior Counsel and Trial Attorney in the D.C. AG's Office
San Diego Daily Transcript Recognizes Young Professionals
Three Named “Lawyers of the Year” and One Included on “Ones to Watch” List
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Part 2: California Laws Impacting Public Agencies for 2020
Calif. Supreme Court: San Diegans for Open Government v. Public Facilities Financing Authority of the City of San Diego
Additional Changes at Firm Reflect Growth, Diversification
Case Provides Valuable Guidance for Public Agencies Wanting One Contractor for Two Phases
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BB&K Attorneys Acknowledged for Contribution in the Hermosa Beach Patch
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University of California, Davis, Extension Course
Los Angeles Community College District’s $80 Million Program Management Services Contract Properly Awarded, Court Finds
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California Appellate Court Decision in Kaanaana v. Barrett Business Services, Inc.
Housing and Land Use and Environmental Laws Saw Changes in 2019
AB 3002 Took Effect Jan. 1
New and Expanded Services and More Attorneys and Staff Added in 2018
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Daily Journal Recognizes California’s Best
California Lawmakers Continue to Address Housing Crisis
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UPCCA Update Takes Effect Jan. 1
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Aims to Provide Revenue to Repair Failing Infrastructure
Attorney Recently Merged Firm with BB&K, Sierra Sun Reports
California Association of Public Procurement Officials
BB&K Attorneys Mary Beth Coburn and Rebecca Chaparro Write About Disaster Preparedness in PublicCEO
California Appellate Court Expands Court’s Equitable Authority
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Legal Issues that Matter Most to California Cities
Details Local Agencies Need are Included
The State of the Union Address and a Leaked Memo Give the Insight We’ve Been Waiting For
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101st Annual CAPPO Conference
Association of California Water Agencies
CARCD's 72nd Annual Conference
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What Are the Challenges and Barriers and How Can They Be Addressed?
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Affordable Housing Production in California Gets a Boost from Sacramento
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California Association of School Business Officials
BB&K Advised on $152.2 Million TIFIA Loan
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New California Law Takes Effect Immediately
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International Municipal Lawyers Association
BB&K Partner Seth Merewitz Discusses Development with the Orange County Register
BB&K Helped RCTC Pave the Way
LCC Public Works Officers Institute
L.A. County Bar Association
2017 Public-Private Partnership Conference and Expo
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How BB&K Can Help Your Agency Position and Respond
Laws Passed in 2016 That Will Impact Public Agency Work
Public Works Contract Disputes Impacted by New California Law
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California Appellate Court Finds Contract Void Under Government Code Section 1090
Details of a Potential NFL Deal for Carson Not of Public Interest, Court Says
Legislation Would Limit Design Professionals’ Liability on Public Contracts
This comprehensive round-up includes new legislation that will impact cities, counties, special districts and schools.
Published Case Provides Blueprint for Viable Alternative Seating
Urgency Legislation SB 854 Passed by California Legislature
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