Civil Litigator | Trial Attorney | Problem Solver

Real Estate, Construction Law, Landlord-Tenant, Arbitration and Mediation

and Much More...

Real estate and business disputes can quickly become complex and disruptive. I represent individuals, property owners, contractors, and businesses in civil litigation involving real estate and commercial matters. My focus is on protecting my clients’ rights, clarifying their legal position, and pursuing practical solutions that resolve disputes effectively.

Personal Practice

I intentionally keep my practice small so I can give every case the attention it deserves. When you work with my firm, you work directly with me—an attorney who knows your matter and is invested in the outcome. My approach is personal, thoughtful, and focused on providing clear guidance and strong advocacy.

Brett L. Gibbs Lawyer

Brett L. Gibbs

I’m a civil litigator licensed since 2007, experienced in handling state and federal cases from start to finish, including trial and arbitration. I pride myself on understanding the nuances of civil litigation and finding practical solutions for my clients. No problem is too big or too small—I dive in, assess the strengths and weaknesses, and develop strategies to achieve the best outcome.

I also know that sometimes the best outcome is avoiding litigation altogether. Helping clients achieve what they want—or need—efficiently and effectively is what drives my work every day.

Areas of Practice

Protecting clients’ rights and interests in real property, including easements, boundaries, and ownership issues.

Real Property Disputes

Advising and representing buyers and sellers through all stages of the purchases and sales of properties from finding/deciding to sell a property through close of escrow and any post-sale disputes.

Property Sale Disputes

Advising and representing contractors and homeowners through all stages of construction, from project planning to post-completion disputes.

Construction Disputes

Advising clients before, during, and after mediation and other dispute resolution processes to help them understand their options and pursue practical, effective solutions.

Mediation & Dispute Resolution

Analyzing and litigating complex commercial agreements to enforce the rights and obligations of the parties involved.

Commercial Contract Disputes

Resolving and litigating landlord-tenant disputes informally and through litigation.

Business Ownership Disputes

Handling conflicts involving ownership interests, roles, and financial rights within businesses.

Landlord-Tenant Disputes

BAR & COURT ADMISSIONS

COMMUNITY SERVICE

  • State Bar of California;

  • United States District Court, Northern District of California

  • United States District Court, Eastern District of California

  • United States District Court, Central District of California

  • United States District Court, Southern District of California

  • United States Tax Court;

  • United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

  • United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

EDUCATION

  • UC College of the Law, San Francisco (UC Law SF) (Formally UC Hastings, College of Law), J.D.

  • University of Southern California, B.A. (Magna Cum Laude) (Phi Beta Kappa honors as a junior)

  • Volunteered in South Texas to help represent immigrants facing deportation

  • Volunteered in South Central Los Angeles and the Bay Area to assist in teaching children and helping them learn to read

  • Volunteered with SEIU (Local 1877) in Los Angeles

  • Volunteered to represent an indigent taxpayer contesting an IRS assessment at trial

FAMILY LIFE

Brett grew up in the Bay Area and is now raising his family here. As a husband with two young children, his recreation centers on his family time, enjoying the outdoors, exercising, and sports—both as a fan and a participant.